Specialized Women’s Rockhopper Sport 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Acera, Altus
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 3 × 8
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
151cm - 164cm
SM
159cm - 170cm
MD
165cm - 177cm
LG
171cm - 184cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
A1 alloy, Sport XC 29 Geometry, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT 29, coil spring, custom Multi-Circuit damping, quick-release, 46mm offset, 80/90/100mm of travel (size-specific)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 3-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano EF505, EZ-Fire Plus, 8-speed
Cassette
SunRace, 8-speed, 11-34t
Crank
Stout, forged alloy, 3x8, Steel, 44/34/24T
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, 73mm, internal bearings
Chain
KMC X8EPT, 8-speed, anti-corrosion coating w/ reusable Missing Link™
Pedals
Specialized Dirt
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano, Center Lock™ disc, 9x100mm spacing, quick-release, 28h
Rear Hub
Shimano, Center Lock™ disc, 9x135mm spacing, quick-release, 32h
Rims
Specialized Alloy 29, 25mm internal width, disc-specific
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Ground Control Sport, 29x2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 160/180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise
Handlebar
Stout XC, double-butted alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized MTB Grip, lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Myth Sport, steel rails, 155mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 12mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm |
| Front Center | 631 mm | 650 | 676 mm | 704 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Stack | 590 mm | 599 mm | 609 mm | 623 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 399 mm | 422 mm | 445 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 552 mm | 571 mm | 598 mm | 626 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.9 ° | 73.8 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 400 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.8 ° | 69.8 ° | 69.8 ° | 69.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1069 mm | 1088 mm | 1114 mm | 1142 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm |
| Standover Height | 723 mm | 769 mm | 780 mm | 811 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 151 cm | 159 cm | 165 cm | 171 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 164 cm | 170 cm | 177 cm | 184 cm |
Model Overview
Women’s Rockhopper Sport is part of the Specialized Rockhopper model. Specialized launched 119 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Men’s Rockhopper 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 560$. On the other hand, Specialized Men’s Rockhopper Pro 1X 2019, is the most expensive and costs 1300$.
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$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Specialized released this model in 2019, its price was 710$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 168.31% smaller.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Women’s Rockhopper Sport components
Fork
The SunTour XCT is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
The Women’s Rockhopper Sport 2019 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Women’s Rockhopper Sport comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 151 cm – 184 cm (4.95 ft – 6.04 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
