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Better performance. Better value. Better Rockhopper. By tapping the fit and handling advantages of pairing each rider with their ideal wheel size and suspension that works its hardest for everyone thanks to the size-specific Rx Tune. Added performance to the all-new Rockhopper without dialling up the price. Shimano and MicroShift team up for drivetrain duties with a robust 2x8 drivetrain that can handle everything you’ll throw down while confident braking from Radius CX7 mechanical disc brakes seals the deal of the century.
A heart of gold, presented in our lightweight yet durable Premium A1 aluminium, the Rockhopper’s butted aluminium frame features hydro-formed top and downtubes in order to keep weight low and strength high, all while providing increased standover clearance, slick internal cable routing and dropper-post compatibility.
With the goal of making sure that the Rockhopper offers both the best fit and best performance for every person, no matter their measure, each Rockhopper frame size is paired with the optimal wheel size. The result is a Rockhopper to fit every rider and the assurance that every Rockhopper is rolling on the best-handling wheel for its frame size.
Bringing the Rx Tune to Rockhopper for the very first time, the lockout-equipped SR Suntour XCM with custom Multi-Circuit damping brings size-specific travel and spring rates to the show in a performance that’s sure to impress while also ensuring consistent geometry, handling and suspension performance, regardless of frame or wheel size.
Radius mechanical disc brakes introduce you to the power and longevity of a disc braking system. Gone are the days of riding with your heart in your mouth and white-knuckling your way downhill.
The durable 2x8 MicroShift drivetrain offers plenty of range along with a clutch-equipped rear derailleur that keeps your ride quite—and your chain on.
Pair dead-reliable hubs from Formula with the 25-millimetre internal diameter, hookless Stout rims for a wheelset hat-trick: strong, light and durable.
Specifications:
Frame |
Specialized A1 premium butted alloy, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger, stealth rack mounts, dropper post compatible |
Fork |
SR Suntour XCE 27.5, 28mm stanchions, Rx Tune, coil spring, QR, 80/90/100mm travel (size-specific), 42mm offset |
Stem |
3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 7-degree rise |
Handlebars |
Alloy Mini Rise, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm |
Saddle |
Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155/143mm |
Grips |
Specialized MTB Grip, lock-on |
Front Brake |
Radius CX7, mechanical disc, 160mm |
Rear Brake |
Radius CX7, mechanical disc, 160mm |
Front Derailleur |
MicroShift FD-M462, 2-speed |
Rear Derailleur |
MicroShift Mezzo, 8spd |
Shift Levers |
MicroShift, TS39-8R, 2x8-speed |
Cassette |
SunRace, 8-speed, 11-34t |
Chain |
KMC X8 EPT, anti-rust coating, 8-speed with quick-link |
Crankset |
Stout 2x, forged alloy |
Bottom Bracket |
Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindle |
Rims |
Specialized alloy, disc only, double-wall, 25mm inner width, 32-hole |
Front Hub |
Formula 6-Bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release, 32-hole |
Rear Hub |
Formula SP-2125, 6-Bolt freehub, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release |
Spokes |
Stainless, 14g |
Front Tyre |
Fast Trak Sport, Flak Jacket puncture protection, 27.5 x 2.35" |
Rear Tyre |
Fast Trak Sport, Flak Jacket puncture protection, 27.5 x 2.35" |
Inner Tubes |
Schrader, 40mm valve |
Seat Post |
Alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm |
Seat Post Collar |
Alloy, quick release, 34.9 |
Pedals |
Specialized-54 Flat pedal |
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Geometry & Sizing:
XS |
S |
M |
|
B-B Drop |
43 |
43 |
43 |
B-B Height |
310 |
310 |
310 |
Bike Stand-Over Height |
658 |
695 |
735 |
Chain-Stay Length |
440 |
440 |
440 |
Crank Length |
165 |
170 |
170 |
Fork Length (full) |
475 |
485 |
495 |
Fork Rake/Offset |
42 |
42 |
42 |
Front-Center |
630 |
656 |
682 |
Handlebar Width |
700 |
720 |
740 |
Head-Tube Angle |
68° |
68° |
68° |
Head-Tube Length |
95 |
100 |
105 |
Reach |
375 |
395 |
415 |
Saddle Width |
155 |
155 |
143 |
Seat-Tube Angle |
73.5° |
73.5° |
73.5° |
Seat-Tube Length |
310 |
350 |
400 |
Seatpost Length |
300 |
350 |
400 |
Stack |
559 |
573 |
589 |
Stem Length |
40 |
40 |
60 |
Top-Tube Length (horizontal) |
541 |
565 |
589 |
Trail |
97 |
97 |
97 |
Wheelbase |
1067 |
1092 |
1118 |
*Barring angle values marked by their degree symbol (°), all chart measurements above are listed in millimetres (mm).
Detailed below are the 2022 Rockhopper 27.5's sizes, with their respective rider's height ranges to which they suit:
Extra Small - 142cm to 156cm (4'8" to 5'1")
Small - 152cm to 165cm (5'0" to 5'5")
Medium - 162cm to 178cm (5'4" to 5'10")
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