Specialized Rockhopper Sport 26 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
600$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork SunTour XCM
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Groupset Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
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 26, 30mm stanchions, Rx Tune, coil spring, QR, 80mm travel (size-specific), 40mm 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, 22/36T
Bottom Bracket
Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindle
Chain
KMC X9EPT, 9-speed, anti-corrosion coating w/ reusable Missing Link™
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
Ground Control Sport, 26x2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M276, short-reach lever, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Bridge Sport, steel rails
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 | XXS |
|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 295 mm |
| Front Center | 601 mm |
| Rake | 40 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm |
| Stack | 538 mm |
| Reach | 350 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 511 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 310 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1012 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 44 mm |
| Standover Height | 642 mm |
| Wheels | 26" |
About this model
Rockhopper Sport 26 is part of the Specialized Rockhopper model. There are 119 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Specialized Rockhopper bikes models from 2020, here.
Model range prices
Specialized Rockhopper 29 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 500$. Specialized Rockhopper Expert 1X 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 975$.
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
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Specialized released this model in 2020, its price was 600$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Rockhopper Sport 26 price is 217.5% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
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
The fork installed on this bike is the SunTour XCM model. The travel on this model is 80mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The Rockhopper Sport 26 2020 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Rockhopper Sport 26 is equipped 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, you can ride your bike with confidence.