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 XCM
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Groupset Acera, Altus -
Suspension Hardtail -
Brakes Hydraulic 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
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, Sport Trail 650b Geometry, butted tubesets, externally relieved headtube, forged dropouts w/ reinforced disc mount, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
Custom SR Suntour XCM 650b, w/ custom Multi-Circuit Damping, alloy lowers, coil/MCU spring, Hi-Ten 30mm stanchions, 1-1/8"" steerer, hydraulic lockout w/ preload adjust, disc mount, size-specific 80/100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Acera, 9-speed, SGS cage
Front Derailleur
Shimano Altus, high mount, bottom swing, dual-pull
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus Rapidfire Plus, SL type, w/ optical display
Cassette
Sunrace, 9-speed, 11-34
Crank
Specialized Stout, forged alloy, 9-speed, square taper spindle
Bottom Bracket
Square taper, cartridge bearings
Chain
KMC X9, 9-speed, reusable Missing Link
Pedals
Composite platform, w/ reflectors, 9/16""
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy double-sealed, ground race, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Specialized Hi Lo disc, alloy, double-sealed, loose ball bearings, QR, 32h
Rims
Specialized Stout, 650b disc, alloy double-wall, pin joint, 25mm inner width, 32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g, w/ brass nipple
Tires
Specialized Fast Trak Sport, 40TPI, wire bead, Flak Jacket protection, 650bx2.0""
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Auriga, hydraulic disc, resin/metallic pads
Brake Levers
Tektro Auriga, hydraulic, tooled reach adjust
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise, anti-corrosion hardware
Handlebar
Specialized, low rise, double butted 6061 alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 5-degree upsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XCT, Kraton w/ gel, lock-on, closed end, 132mm
Headset
1-1/8"" upper/lower, Zerostack 44, steel cups, loose ball bearings
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry mountain, thick padding, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Alloy, 2-bolt, micro-adjust, 12.5mm offset, 30.9mm, anti-corrosion hardware
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.56 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.38 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm | 301 mm |
| Front Center | 605 mm | 626 mm | 651 mm | 670 mm | 697 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 575 mm | 575 mm | 594 mm | 594 mm | 615 mm |
| Reach | 368 mm | 389 mm | 408 mm | 427 mm | 447 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 533 mm | 554 mm | 590 mm | 609 mm | 636 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 330 mm | 394 mm | 444 mm | 460 mm | 510 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm | 422 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1023 mm | 1044 mm | 1069 mm | 1088 mm | 1115 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Standover Height | 692 mm | 731 mm | 778 mm | 790 mm | 833 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 |
About this model
Pitch Comp 650b completes the Specialized Pitch model. Specialized launched 36 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Pitch bikes models from 2015, here.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Pitch Comp 650b components
Fork
The SunTour XCM is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. 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.
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Wheels
The Pitch Comp 650b 2015 bike is equipped with 27.5″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. 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 Pitch Comp 650b has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.