Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 80mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset X4, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 7 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, fully butted, formed TT, Double ORE DT, externally relieved HT, reinforced disc mount, forged dropouts w/ replaceable hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour SF8-XCT-V2, 80mm, 1pc. alloy lower, 28mm Hi-Ten stanchions, coil/mcu spring w/ preload adj. size-specific spring rates, spring assisted seals
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X-4, mid cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, 34.9mm clamp
Shift Levers
SRAM X3-R trigger
Cassette
SRAM PG-730, 7-speed, 11-32t
Crank
SR SunTour, square taper spline
Bottom Bracket
Sealed cartridge, square taper, 68mm
Chain
KMC Z7 w/ reuseable Missing Link
Pedals
Composite cage and body, 9/16""
Wheels
Front Hub
Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, steel QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, steel QR, cassette, 32h
Rims
Alex Z-1000, 26"", alloy, single wall, 32h front and rear
Spokes
2mm (14g) stainless
Tires
Specialized Fast Trak LK Sport, 26x2.0"", 60TPI, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
V brake, alloy linear pull, 1pc. pad
Brake Levers
Alloy, linear pull
Cockpit
Stem
Forged alloy, 15 degree rise, 25.4mm clamp
Handlebar
Hi-Ten riserbar, 32mm rise, 640mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 6 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 | 13" | 15" | 17" | 19" | 21" | 23" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 299 mm | 299 mm | 299 mm | 299 mm | 299 mm | 299 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 538 mm | 553 mm | 578 mm | 603 mm | 628 mm | 653 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 381 mm | 432 mm | 483 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° | 70.25 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1015 mm | 1030 mm | 1056 mm | 1081 mm | 1107 mm | 1133 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Standover Height | 694 mm | 725 mm | 764 mm | 792 mm | 828 mm | 863 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
About this model
Hardrock is a Specialized Hardrock model. There are 33 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2010 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
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Hardrock components
Fork
The Hardrock comes factory-installed with the SunTour XCT fork. This has a travel range of 80mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Hardrock model has 26″ aluminum wheels. These wheels give you great handling over your bike. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Hardrock has Rim brakes installed. Slightly lighter than hydraulic brakes, rim brakes are a budget choice. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.