Specialized Rockhopper Sport 29 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
800$
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 Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
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
Shimano Altus, RD-M2000, 9-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus FD-M2020 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
Specialized Body Geometry Fitness, platform, plastic
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 6-Bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release, 32H
Rear Hub
Formula 6-Bolt freehub, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release, 32H
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
Tektro HD-M275, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise
Handlebar
Stout Mini Rise, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Trail Grips, lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Bridge Sport, steel rails
Seatpost
Alloy, 12mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 672 mm | 696 mm | 719 mm | 745 mm | 770 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 97 mm | 97 mm | 97 mm | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Stack | 601 mm | 610 mm | 620 mm | 634 mm | 648 mm |
| Reach | 399 mm | 419 mm | 439 mm | 459 mm | 479 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 580 mm | 602 mm | 624 mm | 648 mm | 673 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 360 mm | 400 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1099 mm | 1122 mm | 1146 mm | 1172 mm | 1197 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 62 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Standover Height | 726 mm | 748 mm | 775 mm | 814 mm | 847 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Rockhopper Sport 29 is part of the Specialized Rockhopper model. Specialized released 119 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Rockhopper 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 583$. Specialized Rockhopper Expert 27.5 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 1400$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2021 for 800$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 138.13% smaller.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Specialized Rockhopper Sport 29 2021 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCM fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The Rockhopper Sport 29 2021 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Rockhopper Sport 29 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.