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
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Groupset X4, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Trail 29"" geometry, fully butted, formed TT, Double ORE DT, externally relieved HT, reinforced disc mount, forged dropouts w/ replaceable hanger, disc only
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour SF10-NVX-MLO-700C-80, 80mm, 1pc. alloy lower, 28mm Hi-Ten stanchions, coil/mcu spring w/ preload adj. size-specific spring rates, spring assisted seals, disc only
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-4, mid cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 34.9mm clamp
Shift Levers
SRAM X4-R trigger
Cassette
SRAM PG-820, 8-speed, 11-32t
Crank
SR SunTour, Octalink spline
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-ES25, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 68mm x 118mm
Chain
KMC X8 w/ reuseable Missing Link
Pedals
Steel cage, composite body, 9/16""
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged alloy, hi/low flange, double sealed, ground race, machined disc mount, 32h
Rear Hub
Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, machined disc mount, cassette, 32h
Rims
Alex RHD, 29"", pinned, alloy double wall, 32h front and rear
Spokes
2mm (14g) stainless
Tires
Specialized Fast Trak LK Sport, 29x2.0"", 60TPI, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB5, mechanical disc, 160mm G2 Clean Sweep rotor
Brake Levers
Alloy, linear pull
Cockpit
Stem
3D forged alloy, 10 degree rise, 25.4mm clamp
Handlebar
Alloy riserbar, 25mm rise, 640mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 7 degree up sweep
Grips
Specialized Enduro, dual compound Kraton, no flange, 131mm
Headset
1-1/8"" threadless, loose ball
Seat
Saddle
Specialized XC, Body Geometry, 143mm width, front and rear bumpers
Seatpost
Alloy two bolt, 12.5mm offset, micro adjust, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 301.15 mm | 301.15 mm | 301.15 mm | 301.15 mm | 301.15 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 568 mm | 583 mm | 608 mm | 638 mm | 658 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.23 ° | 73.17 ° | 73.17 ° | 73.17 ° | 73.17 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1081 mm | 1082 mm | 1103 mm | 1134 mm | 1155 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Standover Height | 701 mm | 789 mm | 822 mm | 856 mm | 892 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Hardrock Sport Disc 29 is a Specialized Hardrock model. Specialized released 33 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Hardrock bikes models from 2010, by clicking here.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Hardrock Sport Disc 29 components
Fork
The Hardrock Sport Disc 29 comes factory-installed with the SunTour fork. This has a travel range of 80mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
Hardrock Sport Disc 29 has an aluminum fork, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Hardrock Sport Disc 29 bike is equipped with the 29″ aluminum model. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Hardrock Sport Disc 29 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.