Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 20" -
Travel Front 60mm -
Fork SunTour XCT
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Groupset Tourney -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 7 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, single-butted, ZeroStack head tube, 135mm rear hub spacing, forged dropouts, replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour XCT, coil spring, preload adjust, 60mm of travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tourney RD-TX800, 8-speed
Shift Levers
Shimano Tourney, Revo 7-speed
Cassette
SunRace, 7-Speed, 11-34t
Crank
Forged alloy, 127mm, Steel, 30T
Chain
KMC Z51 EPT, anti-rust coating, 7-speed
Pedals
Nylon platform w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, 6-bolt disc, 110mm spacing, loose ball bearings, QR, 32h
Rear Hub
Alloy, 6-bolt disc, 135mm spacing, 7-speed freehub, loose ball bearings, QR, 28h
Rims
24", double-wall aluminum
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Big Roller, 60 TPI, wire bead, 20x2.8"
Brakes
Brakes
Mechanical disc, organic pads, 6-bolt, tool-less reach adjust, 160mm
Cockpit
Stem
3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, 25.4mm clamp, 60mm
Handlebar
Double-butted alloy, 5-degree backsweep, 25.4mm
Grips
Specialized, slip-on
Seat
Saddle
Specialized Kids' Henge
Seatpost
Alloy, single-bolt, 27.2MM
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
Model Overview
Riprock 20 belongs to the Specialized Riprock model. Specialized released 41 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Riprock bikes models from 2021, here.
Model range prices
Specialized Riprock Coaster 12 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 260$. Specialized Riprock Comp 24 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 689$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2021 and its price was 520$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Riprock 20 price is 266.35% lower than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Overview of components
Fork
Specialized Riprock 20 2021 bike is equipped with the SunTour XCT fork, and has 60mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The Riprock 20 2021 bike is equipped with 20″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. This wheel size is used on bike models like BMX, children, or folding bikes. In conclusion, they are great for flat ground or very easy trails.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Riprock 20 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.