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 X5 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized A1 SL Aluminum, 29er geometry, fully butted tubesets, ORE downtube, tapered headtube, forged dropouts w/ disc mount, replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspension Fork
Custom SR Suntour XCR-AIR 29, air spring, mag lowers, Hi-Ten 32mm stanchions, tapered alloy steerer, integrated remote hydraulic lockout w/ rebound, preload adjust, disc mount, size-specific 80/100mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X5, 10-speed, long cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM X5, 2x10, high mount
Shift Levers
SRAM X5, 2x10, trigger
Cassette
Sunrace, 10-speed, 11-36
Crank
Specialized Stout XC, 2x10, 2 pc. 24mm spindle, 36/22, anti-corrosion hardware
Bottom Bracket
24mm BSA for 2 pc. design, 73mm
Chain
KMC X10, 10-speed, w/ reusable MissingLink
Pedals
Alloy, 1 pc. body, 9/16"", w/ reflectors
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized Stout XC disc, alloy, RCC bearing system, QR, 28h
Rear Hub
Specialized Stout XC disc, alloy, RCC bearing system, QR, 32h
Rims
Stout XC, 29"" disc, alloy double-wall, pin joint, 26mm inner width, 28/32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g, black
Tires
Specialized Ground Control Sport, 60TPI, wire bead, 29x2.1""
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro Gemini, hydraulic disc, resin pads, I-spec compatible
Brake Levers
Tektro Gemini, hydraulic, reach adjust, I-spec compatible
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, anti-corrosion hardware
Handlebar
Specialized Stout XC, flat bar, double butted 6061 alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Body Geometry XC Contour, Kraton w/ gel, lock-on, closed end
Headset
1-1/8"" upper, 1-1/2"" lower, Campy style, integrated sealed cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry mountain, 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 | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.52 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.45 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 308.5 mm | 308.5 mm | 308.5 mm | 308.5 mm | 308.5 mm |
| Front Center | 642 mm | 657 mm | 680 mm | 704 mm | 725 mm |
| Rake | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 46 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 79 mm | 79 mm | 79 mm | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Stack | 610 mm | 619 mm | 634 mm | 648 mm | 667 mm |
| Reach | 395 mm | 407 mm | 425 mm | 445 mm | 459 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 583 mm | 610 mm | 632 mm | 657 mm | 677 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 395 mm | 445 mm | 460 mm | 510 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1071 mm | 1086 mm | 1109 mm | 1134 mm | 1154 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 752 mm | 803 mm | 819 mm | 851 mm | 883 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
About this model
Rockhopper Expert 29 is a Specialized Rockhopper model. 119 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Rockhopper bikes models from 2015, by clicking here.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
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, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great 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.
Overview of components
Fork
The SunTour XCR Air is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 100mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which is a lighter material. However, it is not as tough, nor durable as steel is.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Rockhopper Expert 29 model has 29″ aluminum wheels. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Rockhopper Expert 29 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.