Specialized Rockhopper Sport 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
558$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork Suntour XCM
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Groupset microSHIFT Marvo, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 premium butted alloy, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger, stealth rack mounts, dropper post compatible
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM 29, 30mm stanchions, Rx Tune, coil spring, QR, 90/100mm travel (size-specific), 42mm offset
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
microSHIFT Marvo 2x9
Front Derailleur
microSHIFT FD-M462, 2-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus, RapidFire Plus, 9-speed
Cassette
SunRace, 9-Speed, 11-36t
Crank
Stout 2x, forged alloy
Bottom Bracket
Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindle
Chain
KMC X9EPT, 9-speed, anti-corrosion coating w/ reusable Missing Link™
Pedals
SBC-54 Flat pedal
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 6-Bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release, 32H
Rear Hub
Formula SP-2125, 6-Bolt freehub, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release
Rims
Specialized alloy, disc only, double-wall, 25mm inner width, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Front: Ground Control Sport, 29x2.3", Rear: Ground Control Sport, 29x2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
Front: Radius BR-CX7, mechanical disc, Rear: Radius BR-CX7, mechanical disc
Cockpit
Stem
Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise
Handlebar
Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Trail Grips, lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Bridge Sport, steel rails
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
About this model
Rockhopper Sport belongs to the Specialized Rockhopper model. 119 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Rockhopper bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Specialized Rockhopper 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 527$. Specialized Rockhopper Expert 29 2023 on the other hand costs 1400$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Specialized released this model in 2023, its price was 571$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 233.63% lower.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Suntour XCM model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
The wheels on Rockhopper Sport are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Rockhopper Sport has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, make sure it fits you, or look for another model.