Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 100mm -
Fork RockShox SID
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Groupset X0, SLX -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Era FACT 10m carbon front triangle, w/ women's IS construction and geometry, M5 aluminum rear triangle, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, 100mm travel, replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID Race for Specialized, 100mm travel, air spring, rebound and floodgate compression adj.w/ LO, alloy steerer
Rear Shock
Fox/SBC remote mini-brain, inertia valve, w/ Brain fade adjust
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-0, 9-speed mid cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano M660 SLX, DMD, top swing, dual pull
Shift Levers
SRAM X-9 aluminum trigger
Cassette
Shimano HG61, 9-speed, 11-34t
Crank
Custom Shimano FC-M762, 2pc. S/M: 170mm, L: 175mm
Bottom Bracket
Custom Shimano BB-91, OS, press-in bearing
Chain
SRAM PC-971, 9-speed w/Power Link
Pedals
None
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, CNC flange, sealed cartridge bearing, oversized end caps, 9mm DT RWS, alloy QR, 28h
Rear Hub
Custom DT Swiss 330SL w/ alloy freehub, QR, 32h
Rims
Custom DT Swiss X420SL, 24mm w/ eyelets, 28/32h
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition 1.8/1.6mm stainless
Tires
S-Works The Captain, 26x2.0"", 120 TPI, tubeless ready aramid bead, dual compound
Brakes
Brakes
Custom Avid Elixir CR SL, alloy backed semi-met pads, alloy Elixir CR lever w/ pad contact and reach adj. 160mm rotors
Brake Levers
Custom Avid Elixir CR SL Hydraulic, tool-less adj. reach and pad contact
Cockpit
Stem
3D forged alloy, adjustable rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Specialized XC low rise bar, 7050 butted alloy, 31.8mm, 640mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 6 degree up
Grips
Specialized waffle lock on grip
Headset
1-1/8"" Threadless, Campy style upper and lower cartridge bearing
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Body Geometry women's Jett, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
Seatpost
2014 butted alloy, single bolt setback, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 331 mm | 331 mm | 331 mm |
| Stack | 542 mm | 560 mm | 569 mm |
| Reach | 380 mm | 399 mm | 427 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 534 mm | 559 mm | 589 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° | 74.2 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 394 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 70 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 126 mm | 143 mm | 154 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1043 mm | 1070 mm | 1101 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| Standover Height | 698 mm | 715 mm | 723 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Era FSR Expert Carbon is part of the Specialized Era model. 20 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Era bikes models from 2010, by clicking 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.
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, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Overview of components
Fork
The RockShox SID 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, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
As for the rear shock, this bike has the Fox/SBC remote mini-brain model, with a travel of 100mm. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In conclusion, to increase your riding experience, get a bike with a rear shock if possible.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Era FSR Expert Carbon model has 26″ aluminum wheels. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Era FSR Expert Carbon is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 3 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.