Specialized Men’s Stumpjumper Expert 29 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,000$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Travel Rear 140mm -
Fork RockShox Pike RC
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Groupset GX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FACT 11m, full carbon chassis and rear end, asymmetrical design, 29 Trail Geometry, SWAT™ Door integration, threaded BB, fully enclosed internal cable routing, 12x148mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 140mm of travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike RC, DebonAir, rebound/low-speed compression adjust, tapered steerer, 51mm offset, 15mm Maxle® Stealth thru-axle, 15x110mm Boost™, 150mm of travel
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe RT3, Rx Trail Tune, rebound and 3-position compression adjust, 210x50mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle, trigger, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed, 10-50t
Crank
FC DESC 6K EAGLE B148 24MM 170 BLK 30, 30T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed w/ PowerLock®
Pedals
Specialized Dirt
Wheels
Tires
Butcher, GRID casing, GRIPTON® compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.6"
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide R, hydraulic disc, organic pads, Guide S4 4-piston caliper, 200mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Trail, forged alloy, 4-bolt, 5mm rise
Handlebar
Specialized Trail, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 780mm, 31.8mm clamp
Grips
Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Phenom Comp, Adaptive Edge design, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Command Post IRcc, 16-position micro-height adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SRL lever, 34.9mm, S: 130mm, M/L/XL: 160mm of travel
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.52 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.4 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm |
| Front Center | 714 mm | 734 mm | 766 mm | 797 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 107 mm | 107 mm | 107 mm | 107 mm |
| Stack | 611 mm | 611 mm | 638 mm | 653 mm |
| Reach | 402 mm | 422 mm | 442 mm | 467 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 569 mm | 592 mm | 625 mm | 659 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.8 ° | 74.5 ° | 74.1 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 410 mm | 455 mm | 505 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° | 66.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1146 mm | 1166 mm | 1198 mm | 1229 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 744 mm | 747 mm | 759 mm | 772 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Men’s Stumpjumper Expert 29 belongs to the Specialized Stumpjumper model. There are 352 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Men’s Stumpjumper ST Alloy 27.5 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1870$. Specialized Men’s S-Works Stumpjumper ST 29 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 9520$.
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.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5000$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 81.03% higher.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Pike RC fork installed. The fork’s travel is 150mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the RockShox Deluxe RT3 model, with a travel of 140mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
The Men’s Stumpjumper Expert 29 2018 bike is equipped with 29″ wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Men’s Stumpjumper Expert 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Men’s Stumpjumper Expert 29 comes in 4 sizes, that range from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
Dropper post
A dropper post is included with the Men’s Stumpjumper Expert 29. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.