Specialized Pitch Expert 1X 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
875$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCR Air
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Groupset Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
A1 Premium Aluminum, Sport Trail 27.5 Geometry, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR SunTour XCR, air spring, 42mm offset, 80/100mm of travel (size-specific)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore, Shadow Plus, GS cage, 10-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore, RapidFire Plus, 10-speed w/ Optical Gear Display
Cassette
SunRace, 11-42t, 10-speed
Crank
Stout 1x, forged alloy, 30T
Bottom Bracket
Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings
Chain
KMC, X10, EPT anti-corrosion coating, 10-speed w/ Missing Link™
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano, Center Lock™ disc, 9x100mm spacing, quick-release, 32h
Rear Hub
Shimano FH-TX505, Center Lock™ disc, 9x135mm spacing, quick-release, 32h
Rims
Stout Trail 27.5, alloy, disc-specific, double-wall, 25mm internal width, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Ground Control Sport, 60 TPI, wire bead, Flak Jacket Flat protection, 27.5 x 2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180/160mm
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 MTB Grip, lock-on
Seat
Seatpost
Alloy, 12mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 631 mm | 651 mm | 680 mm | 708 mm | 733 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Stack | 557 mm | 557 mm | 580 mm | 599 mm | 613 mm |
| Reach | 375 mm | 395 mm | 415 mm | 435 mm | 455 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 537 mm | 567 mm | 594 mm | 620 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 310 mm | 360 mm | 415 mm | 450 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1058 mm | 1078 mm | 1107 mm | 1134 mm | 1160 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Standover Height | 655 mm | 685 mm | 734 mm | 761 mm | 803 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Pitch Expert 1X is a Specialized Pitch model. Specialized launched 36 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Specialized Pitch 27.5 2020 has a starting price of 520$. Specialized Pitch Expert 1X 2020 on the other hand is the most expensive at 875$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 875$. Comparing the average cost of a Crosscountry bike to this one, you will see that Pitch Expert 1X price is 117.71% 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.
Pitch Expert 1X components
Fork
The Pitch Expert 1X comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCR Air fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Pitch Expert 1X are the 27.5″ aluminum type. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Pitch Expert 1X is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Specialized Pitch Expert 1X bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.