Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Altus, Shimano -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Sport Trail 29 Geometry, ORE down tube, externally relieved head tube, forged dropouts, reinforced disc mount, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT 29, coil spring, 80mm travel, preload adjust, 1-1/8"" steerer, alloy lowers, Hi-Ten 28mm stanchions, disc mount
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 3-speed, top swing, dual pull
Shift Levers
Shimano ST-EF51, w/ integrated brake lever
Cassette
Sunrace, 8-speed, 11-34t
Crank
Samox, forged alloy, 3 pc. 8-speed, 42/32/22T, w/ chainguard
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, cartridge bearings
Chain
KMC X8, 8-speed, w/ reusable MissingLink
Pedals
Plastic, 9/16"", w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized, Hi Lo disc, alloy, double-sealed, ground race, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Specialized, Hi Lo disc, double-sealed bearing, QR, 32h
Rims
29"", disc, alloy, double-wall, pin joint, 25mm inner width, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Specialized Fast Trak Sport, 30TPI, wire bead, Flak Jacket protection, 29x2.0""
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Aries, mechanical disc, organic pads
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized, forged alloy, 4-bolt, 10-degree rise
Handlebar
Specialized, flat bar, alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 25.4mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XCT, Kraton w/ gel, lock-on, closed end
Headset
1-1/8"" threadless, loose ball
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry mountain, thick padding, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, micro-adjust, 12.5mm offset, 30.9mm, anti-corrosion hardware
Model Overview
Hardrock Disc 29 completes the Specialized Hardrock model. 33 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Hardrock bikes models from 2016, here.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost 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. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Overview of components
Fork
Specialized Hardrock Disc 29 2016 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCT fork, and has 80mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Specialized Hardrock Disc 29 2016, has a 29″ aluminum model. 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
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Hardrock Disc 29 has Mechanical Disc brakes. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
This bike has one size only, so it might not fit you. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.