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 Alivio, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Trail 29 Geometry ORE down tube, butted tube sets, externally relieved head tube, forged dropouts, reinforced disc mount, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM, coil spring, hydraulic lock-out w/Multi-Circuit Damping, 80/100mm of travel (size specific)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio, Shadow design, SGS cage, 9-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 34.9mm clamp, down-swing, 7/8-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus, 8-speed
Cassette
Sunrace, 8-speed, 11-34t
Crank
Stout, forged alloy construction, 8-speed, 44/32/22T
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, 73mm, internal bearings
Chain
KMC X8, 8-speed w/reusable MissingLink
Pedals
Specialized Dirt
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano Center Lock, disc, 9x100mm QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Shimano Center Lock, disc, 10x135mm QR, 32h
Rims
Stout 29, alloy disc, double-wall, pinned joint, 20mm inner width, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Ground Control Sport, 29x2.1"", 60TPI, wire bead, Flak Jacket protection
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BL-M315, hydraulic disc, resin pads, 180/160mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Stout, 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 6-degree rise
Handlebar
Stout, alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 720mm width, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized MTB Grip, lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Henge Sport, steel rails, 143mm
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 | 1.64 mm | 1.64 mm | 1.61 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm | 305 mm |
| Front Center | 632 mm | 635 mm | 656 mm | 682 mm | 702 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Trail | 83 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Stack | 617 mm | 628 mm | 642 mm | 652 mm | 671 mm |
| Reach | 377 mm | 382 mm | 398 mm | 421 mm | 435 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 553 mm | 576 mm | 596 mm | 622 mm | 642 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.25 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 444 mm | 483 mm | 530 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 105 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1067 mm | 1070 mm | 1091 mm | 1117 mm | 1138 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Standover Height | 743 mm | 791 mm | 821 mm | 859 mm | 888 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Rockhopper Sport 29 is a Specialized Rockhopper model. Specialized launched 119 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
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Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour XCM is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. 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
The wheels on Rockhopper Sport 29 are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
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. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.