Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
A1 Premium Aluminum, Sport Trail 27.5 Geometry, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT 27.5, coil, 80/100mm of travel (size-specific)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX, 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tourney TX, 3-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Tourney, EZ-Fire Plus, 8-speed
Cassette
SunRace, 8-speed, 11-34t
Crank
Stout, forged alloy, 3x8, Steel, 44/34/24
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, 73mm, internal bearings
Chain
KMC X8EPT, 8-speed, anti-corrosion coating w/ reusable Missing Link™
Pedals
Specialized Dirt
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano, Center Lock™ disc, 9x100mm spacing, quick-release, 32h
Rear Hub
Shimano, Center Lock™ disc, 9x135mm spacing, quick-release, 32h
Rims
Stout Trail 27.5, alloy, disc-specific, double-wall, 25mm internal width, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Ground Control Sport, 60 TPI, wire bead, Flak Jacket Flat protection, 27.5 x 2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
Radius CX7, mechanical disc, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise
Handlebar
Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized MTB Grip, lock-on
Seat
Saddle
Henge Sport, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 12mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 631 mm | 651 mm | 680 mm | 708 mm | 733 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Stack | 557 mm | 557 mm | 580 mm | 599 mm | 613 mm |
| Reach | 375 mm | 395 mm | 415 mm | 435 mm | 455 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 537 mm | 567 mm | 594 mm | 620 mm | 644 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 310 mm | 360 mm | 415 mm | 450 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1058 mm | 1078 mm | 1107 mm | 1134 mm | 1160 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Standover Height | 655 mm | 685 mm | 734 mm | 761 mm | 803 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Men’s Pitch belongs to the Specialized Pitch model. 36 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Pitch bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Specialized Women’s Pitch 2019 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 500$. Specialized Women’s Pitch Expert 2019 on the other hand costs 825$, and is the most expensive model.
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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 500$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Men’s Pitch price is 281% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Overview of components
Fork
Specialized Men’s Pitch 2019 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCT fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Men’s Pitch model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. These wheels will provide you with more control over the bike. However, these wheels have a slower top speed if you compare them to 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Men’s Pitch has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Specialized Men’s Pitch bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.