Specialized Men’s Rockhopper Comp 2019
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork SunTour XCM
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Groupset Acera, microSHIFT
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Suspension Hardtail
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Drivetrain 2 × 9
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
XS
158cm - 167cm
SM
165cm - 173cm
MD
169cm - 180cm
LG
177cm - 186cm
XL
183cm - 191cm
XXL
186cm - 194cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
A1 alloy, Sport XC 29 Geometry, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCM 29, coil spring, custom Multi-Circuit damping, quick-release, 46mm offset, 80/90/100mm of travel (size-specific)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, 9-speed
Front Derailleur
microSHIFT FD-M462, 2-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus, RapidFire Plus, 9-speed
Cassette
SunRace, 9-Speed, 11-36t
Crank
Stout, forged alloy, 2x9, Steel, 36/22T
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, 73mm, internal bearings
Chain
KMC X9EPT, 9-speed, anti-corrosion coating w/ reusable Missing Link™
Pedals
Specialized Dirt
Wheels
Front Hub
Shimano, Center Lock™ disc, 9x100mm spacing, quick-release, 28h
Rear Hub
Shimano, Center Lock™ disc, 9x135mm spacing, quick-release, 32h
Rims
Specialized Alloy 29, 25mm internal width, disc-specific
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Ground Control Sport, 29x2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 160/180mm
Cockpit
Stem
Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise
Handlebar
Stout XC, double-butted alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm 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
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.33 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm | 312.5 mm |
| Front Center | 631 mm | 650 | 676 mm | 704 mm | 730 mm | 742 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Stack | 590 mm | 599 mm | 609 mm | 623 mm | 637 mm | 637 mm |
| Reach | 384 mm | 399 mm | 422 mm | 445 mm | 466 mm | 478 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 552 mm | 571 mm | 598 mm | 626 mm | 652 mm | 664 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73.9 ° | 73.8 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 370 mm | 400 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.8 ° | 69.8 ° | 69.8 ° | 69.8 ° | 69.8 ° | 69.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm | 444 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1069 mm | 1088 mm | 1114 mm | 1142 mm | 1168 mm | 1180 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm | 57 mm |
| Standover Height | 723 mm | 769 mm | 780 mm | 811 mm | 841 mm | 865 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 165 cm | 169 cm | 177 cm | 183 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 167 cm | 173 cm | 180 cm | 186 cm | 191 cm | 194 cm |
About this model
Men’s Rockhopper Comp completes the Specialized Rockhopper model. There are 119 bikes that carry this model name. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Men’s Rockhopper 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 560$. On the other hand, Specialized Men’s Rockhopper Pro 1X 2019, is the most expensive and costs 1300$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 810$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Men’s Rockhopper Comp price is 135.19% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Men’s Rockhopper Comp components
Fork
Specialized Men’s Rockhopper Comp 2019 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCM fork, and has 100mm travel. 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.
Wheels
The Men’s Rockhopper Comp 2019 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Men’s Rockhopper Comp comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 6 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 194 cm (5.18 ft – 6.36 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.
