Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT, Deore -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized M4 Premium Aluminum, XC 29 Geometry, fully-butted w/ smooth welds, tapered head tube, tapered seat tube, forged post-mount 160mm disc dropouts, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
RockShox Reba RL 29, Solo Air spring, S: 80mm travel, M/L/XL: 100mm travel, TurnKey damping w/ OneLoc remote lockout, external rebound adjust, tapered alloy steerer, 32mm alloy stanchions, disc mount
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Shadow Plus, 10-speed, SGS cage
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore RapidFire Plus, SL type, 10-speed, I-spec
Cassette
Custom Sunrace, wide range, 10-speed, 11-40t
Crank
Race Face Æffect, BSA BB, 24mm spindle, 30T direct mount ring
Bottom Bracket
Race Face BSA, for 2 pc. 73mm shell
Chain
KMC X10L, 10-speed, w/ reusable MissingLink
Pedals
Alloy, 1 pc. body, 9/16"", w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Stout XC Pro, Hi Lo disc, alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, QR, 24h
Rear Hub
Specialized Stout XC Pro, Hi Lo disc, alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, QR, 28h
Rims
Specialized Stout XC Pro 29, disc, alloy, double-wall, sleeve joint, 26mm inner width, tubeless ready, 24/28h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g, black
Tires
Specialized Ground Control, 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 29x2.1""
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore, hydraulic disc, dual piston, resin pads
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore, hydraulic, reach adjust
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Stout XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, anti-corrosion hardware
Handlebar
Specialized Stout XC, flat bar, double-butted 6061 alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness
Headset
1-1/8"" upper, 1-1/2"" lower, threadless, Campy style, cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Henge, thin padding, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, 12.5mm offset, 27.2mm, anti-corrosion hardware
Model Overview
Crave Expert 29 belongs to the Specialized Crave model. There are 15 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Crave bikes models from 2016, by clicking 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
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. 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
Specialized Crave Expert 29 2016 bike is equipped with the RockShox Reba fork, and has 80mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering 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
The wheels on Crave Expert 29 are the 29″ aluminum type. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Crave Expert 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
Specialized Crave Expert 29 2016 is available in one size only. In conclusion, double-check its size to make sure it’s a good fit for you.