Rockhopper 29
The Rockhopper is a time-tested XC hardtail built for true trail singletrack. Equipped with Tektro hydraulic disc brakes and a SR Suntour XCM suspension fork with lockout, the Rockhopper combines performance with value in a package every rider will appreciate.
  • Fully butted A1 Premium Aluminum frame with ORE down tube for a lighter, more compliant and durable bike
  • Smooth-travel SR Suntour fork with preload adjustment, hydraulic damping, lockout, and size-specific spring rates for more versatility and tunability over varying terrain
  • Suntour's fully replaceable ring crankset uses Shimano's Octalink-splined BB interface for reliable power transfer
  • Tektro hydraulic disc brakes/levers with Light Wave rotors create increased control and superior stopping power for more confident braking
  • Shimano Alivio 9-speed rear derailleur and Acera Rapidfire shifters for reliable high-end performance

Technical Specifications

FRAME Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, 29er frame, fully butted w/ tapered headtube, forged dropouts, alloy replaceable der. hanger
SWAT
REAR SHOCK
FORK SR Suntour SF13-XCM-LO 29", hydraulic damping w/ lockout, coil/MCU spring, 1-1/8" steel steerer, alloy disc only post mount lower, 30mm Hi-Ten stanchion, preload adj., 80mm & 100mm travel
HEADSET Integrated 1-1/8" w/ lower bearing reducer, Campy-style, full cartridge bearings
STEM Specialized 3D forged alloy, 4 bolt clamp, 6º rise, 31.8mm
HANDLEBARS Flat bar, 6061 double butted alloy, 700mm wide, 10º backsweep, 4º upsweep, 31.8mm
GRIPS Specialized Body Geometry XCT, Kraton rubber w/ gel, closed end, 132mm, lock-on
FRONT BRAKE Tektro HDC 300, hydraulic disc, dual piston, Lightwave style rotor, 180mm
REAR BRAKE Tektro HDC 300, hydraulic disc, dual piston, Lightwave style rotor, 160mm
BRAKE LEVERS Tektro, hydraulic lever
FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano Acera, 9-speed, 34.9 clamp, high-mount, bottom swing
REAR DERAILLEUR Shimano Alivio, 9-speed, SGS cage
SHIFT LEVERS Shimano Acera, 9-speed Rapidfire plus, SL type w/ optical display
CASSETTE Shimano HG20-9, 9-speed cassette, 11-34
CHAIN KMC X-9, 9-speed w/ reusable Missing Link
CRANKSET SR Suntour XCR, 9-speed, Octalink
CHAINRINGS 44/32/22, steel
BOTTOM BRACKET Shimano, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 73mm
PEDALS Composite platform, w/ reflectors, 9/16"
RIMS RH Disc, 29", alloy double-wall, 26mm, pin joint, 36h
FRONT HUB Specialized MTB disc hub, alloy, Hi Lo flange, RCC ball bearing system, steel axle, QR, 32h
REAR HUB Specialized MTB disc hub, alloy, Hi Lo flange, RCC ball bearing system, steel axle, steel cassette body, QR, 32h
SPOKES Stainless, 2.0mm (14g)
FRONT TIRE Specialized Ground Control Sport, 29x2.1", wire bead, 60TPI
REAR TIRE Specialized Ground Control Sport, 29x2.1", wire bead, 60TPI
INNER TUBES Presta valve
SADDLE Specialized Body Geometry Rockhopper, steel rails, 143mm width
SEATPOST Alloy two bolt, 12.5mm offset, micro adjust, 30.9mm, 350mm or 400mm
SEAT BINDER 34.9mm, alloy QR, nylon washer
NOTES chainstay protector, reflectors, clear coat, owners manual

Geometry

* *Not all sizes available in all markets

Size 15.5 17.5 19 21 23
Seat Tube Length, Center to Top 394mm 445mm 483mm 533mm 584mm
Top Tube Length (Horizontal) 576mm 603mm 625mm 650mm 670mm
Top Tube Length (Actual) 550mm 572mm 594mm 621mm 644mm
Chainstay Length 442mm 442mm 442mm 442mm 442mm
Bottom Bracket Drop 63.5mm 63.5mm 63.5mm 63.5mm 63.5mm
Bottom Bracket Height 310mm 310mm 310mm 310mm 310mm
Head Tube Length 110mm 100mm 115mm 130mm 150mm
Head Tube Angle 71° 71° 71° 71° 71°
Seat Tube Angle (Actual) 73° 72° 72° 72° 73°
Seat Tube Angle (Effective) 73° 73° 73° 73° 73°
Wheel Base 1064mm 1091mm 1114mm 1139mm 1160mm
Stack 615mm 625mm 639mm 653mm 672mm
Reach 400mm 412mm 430mm 450mm 464mm
Standover Height 760mm 796mm 825mm 859mm 896mm
Handlebar Width 700mm 700mm 700mm 700mm 700mm
Stem Length 60mm 80mm 80mm 80mm 90mm
Crank Length 170mm 175mm 175mm 175mm 175mm
Seatpost Length 350mm 350mm 400mm 400mm 400mm