Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox
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Groupset X7, X5 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Trail 29er Geometry, fully butted w/ tapered headtube, forged dropouts, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
RockShox XC32 29, TurnKey damping w/ lockout, Solo Air spring, tapered alloy steerer, external rebound adj. 15mm thru-axle, 32 mm stanchions, S: 100mm travel, Others: 120mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X7 Type 2, 10-speed, long cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM X5, 10-speed 2X10, 34.9mm clamp
Shift Levers
SRAM X5, 10-speed trigger
Cassette
Sunrace, 10-speed, 11-36
Crank
Custom Samox, 2pc. forged arm, 2x10 w/ e.13 Turbocharger bash guard, 170mm/175mm
Bottom Bracket
GXP BB for 2pc. 73mm shell
Chain
KMC X10
Pedals
Alloy, 1pc. body and cage, w/ reflectors, 9/16""
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized disc, alloy, Hi Lo flange, sealed bearings, alloy axle, 15mm thru axle, 32h
Rear Hub
Specialized disc, alloy, Hi Lo flange, RCC ball bearing system, steel axle, steel cassette body, QR, 32h
Rims
RH Disc 29"", alloy double-wall, 26mm, pin joint, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g (2.0mm)
Tires
Specialized Ground Control, 29x2.1"", wire bead, 60TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Draco 2, hydraulic disc, dual piston, 180mm rotor
Brake Levers
Tektro Draco 2, hydraulic lever
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt clamp, 6-degree rise, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Specialized mini riser, double-butted 6061 alloy, 700mm wide, 10-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 12mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XC Contour, Kraton w/ gel, closed end, 132mm, lock-on
Headset
1-1/8"" upper and 1-1/2"" lower threadless, Campy style, integrated full cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Body Geometry Rockhopper, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, micro-adjust, 12.5mm offset, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15.5" | 17.5" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.66 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 317 mm | 317 mm | 317 mm | 317 mm | 317 mm |
| Front Center | 629 mm | 656 mm | 679 mm | 704 mm | 725 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 41 mm | 41 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 92 mm | 93 mm | 93 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Stack | 614 mm | 626 mm | 640 mm | 655 mm | 674 mm |
| Reach | 370 mm | 394 mm | 412 mm | 433 mm | 447 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 574 mm | 601 mm | 623 mm | 648 mm | 668 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 445 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059 mm | 1086 mm | 1109 mm | 1134 mm | 1155 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 754 mm | 790 mm | 820 mm | 856 mm | 893 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Rockhopper Pro EVO 29 is part of the Specialized Rockhopper model. There are 119 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Specialized Rockhopper bikes models from 2014, here.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy 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. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Overview of components
Fork
The Rockhopper Pro EVO 29 comes factory-installed with the RockShox fork. This has a travel range 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.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Rockhopper Pro EVO 29 bike is equipped with the 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, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Rockhopper Pro EVO 29 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.