Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork RockShox SID
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Groupset XTR, X7 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fate FACT 8m carbon, Women's Performance XC 29er Geometry and carbon layup, tapered headtube, carbon PF30 BB, hollow carbon dropouts, replaceable alloy rear derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
RockShox Sid 29 Brain, inertia valve damper, Solo Air spring, alloy tapered crown/steerer, Brain Fade and reb adj. S: 51mm offset, M/L: 46mm offset, QR, 80mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR Shadow Plus, 10-speed, GS mid cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM X7, 10-speed, 34.9 clamp, top pull
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX, 10-speed, trigger
Cassette
SRAM PG-1050, 10-speed, 11-36
Crank
Custom SRAM carbon S-2200, 10-speed XC double, PF30 spindle, S: 165mm, M: 170mm, L: 175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearings, sealed cartridge
Chain
SRAM PC 1051, 10-speed, PowerLink
Pedals
Resin test ride, w/ toe clips, CEN std.
Wheels
Front Hub
Roval Control 29, 15mm end caps, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Roval Control 29, DT Swiss alloy cassette body, QR, 32h
Rims
Roval Control 29 Carbon, 24mm wide, 32h
Tires
S-Works Fast Trak, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.0"", aramid bead, 120 TPI
Brakes
Brakes
Custom Magura MTS, hydraulic disc, Hi Friction pad, alloy caliper, Storm SL 160mm rotor
Brake Levers
Custom Magura MTS, alloy master cylinder, alloy lever blade, hollow lever pivot, reach adj.
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized, alloy, adjustable rise, 31.8mm clamp
Handlebar
Specialized XC, flat bar, 2014 butted alloy, 660mm wide, 8-degree backsweep, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle aramid-infused, regular thickness
Headset
1-1/8 and 1-1/2"" threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2"" lower, cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Women's Body Geometry Jett Comp Gel, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Specialized 2014 butted alloy, single bolt setback, 27.2mm, 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 19" |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.43 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 304 mm | 304 mm | 304 mm |
| Front Center | 621 mm | 632 mm | 644 mm |
| Rake | 35 mm | 31 mm | 17 mm |
| Trail | 95 mm | 96 mm | 111 mm |
| Stack | 583 mm | 596 mm | 606 mm |
| Reach | 385 mm | 401 mm | 424 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 536 mm | 566 mm | 591 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 340 mm | 398 mm | 433 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 427 mm | 427 mm | 427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1040 mm | 1051 mm | 1063 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm |
| Standover Height | 706 mm | 736 mm | 756 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
Model Overview
Fate Expert Carbon 29 is a Specialized Fate model. Specialized released 13 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Fate bikes models from 2014, 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.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Fate Expert Carbon 29 components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox SID fork installed. The fork’s travel is 80mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 29 2014, has a 29″ carbon 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.