Specialized Men’s Rockhopper Expert 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,010$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork SunTour XCR Air
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Groupset Deore, microSHIFT -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
158cm - 167cm
SM
165cm - 173cm
MD
169cm - 180cm
LG
177cm - 186cm
XL
183cm - 191cm
XXL
186cm - 194cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
A1 SL Aluminum, Sport XC 29 Geometry, tapered head tube, internal cable routing, Boost QR 141x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCR-Air 29, rebound adjust, air spring, 46mm offset, 80/90/100mm of travel (size-specific)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore 9-speed
Front Derailleur
microSHIFT FD-M462, 2-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Acera, RapidFire Plus, 9-speed
Cassette
SunRace, 9-Speed, 11-36t
Crank
Stout, forged alloy, 2x9, Alloy, 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, 9x141mm spacing, quick-release, 32h
Rims
Stout XC 29, 25mm internal width, disc-specific, 2Bliss Ready
Spokes
Stainless, 14g, black
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
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Expert is a Specialized Rockhopper model. Specialized released 119 bikes variations of this model so far. 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 cheapest bike model and costs 560$. Specialized Men’s Rockhopper Pro 1X 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 1300$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 1010$. In conclusion, this bike price is 88.61% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Men’s Rockhopper Expert components
Fork
Specialized Men’s Rockhopper Expert 2019 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCR Air fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Men’s Rockhopper Expert are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Men’s Rockhopper Expert comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 6 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 194 cm (5.18 ft – 6.36 ft). In short, you can easily find one that suits you.