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Rockhopper Expert
Rockhopper Expert
We deliver! Just say when and how.
Excuse the brag, but we’ve really outdone ourselves here. Proving that true trail-taming capability doesn’t have to come at an intimidating price—the Rockhopper Expert is the culmination of 30 years of redefining the relationship between value and performance.
Technical Specifications
Frameset
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
Seat Binder
Alloy, quick release, 34.9
Suspension
Fork
RockShox Judy, Solo Air, Turnkey damper, 46mm offset, QR, 80/90/100mm travel (size-specific), alloy steerer
Cockpit
SeatPost
Alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
Stem
Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise
Handlebars
Stout Mini Rise, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Saddle
Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155/143mm
Grips
Specialized Trail Grips, lock-on
Brakes
Front Brake
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 160,180mm
Rear Brake
Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore M5100, 11-speed
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M5100, SGS, 11-speed
Cassette
Shimano Deore, 11spd, 11-51t
Chain
Shimano CN-LG500, W/QUICK-LINK
Crankset
Stout 1x, forged alloy
Bottom Bracket
Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindle
Wheels & Tires
Rims
Specialized Alloy, hookless, Tubeless ready, 25mm inner width
Front Hub
Formula DC-20, 6-Bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release
Rear Hub
Formula DC-22, 6-Bolt freehub, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release
Front Tire
Ground Control 2BR, 650B/29x2.35, T5
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Rear Tire
Ground Control 2BR, 650B/29x2.35, T5
Inner Tubes
40mm PV 650B/29x1.75-2.4
Accessories
Pedals
SBC-54 Flat pedal
Weight
Weight
12.67kg (27 lb, 14.9 oz)
Weight Size
MD
* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Geometry
| XS - 27.5 | S - 27.5 | M - 27.5 | S - 29 | M - 29 | L - 29 | XL - 29 | XXL - 29 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crank Length | 165mm | 170mm | 170mm | 170mm | 170mm | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm |
| Handlebar Width | 700mm | 720mm | 740mm | 720mm | 740mm | 740mm | 740mm | 740mm |
| Stem Length | 35mm | 45mm | 60mm | 45mm | 60mm | 60mm | 70mm | 70mm |
| Saddle Width | 155mm | 155mm | 143mm | 155mm | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm |
| Seatpost Length | 300mm | 350mm | 400mm | 350mm | 400mm | 400mm | 400mm | 400mm |
| Wheel Size | 27.5in | 27.5in | 29in | 27.5in | 29in | 29in | 29in | 29in |
| Stack | 559mm | 573mm | 607mm | 589mm | 616mm | 626mm | 640mm | 654mm |
| Reach | 375mm | 395mm | 405mm | 415mm | 425mm | 445mm | 465mm | 485mm |
| Head-Tube Length | 95mm | 100mm | 95mm | 105mm | 95mm | 105mm | 120mm | 135mm |
| Head-Tube Angle | 68° | 68° | 68.5° | 68° | 68.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° |
| B-B Height | 310mm | 310mm | 310mm | 310mm | 310mm | 310mm | 310mm | 310mm |
| B-B Drop | 43mm | 43mm | 62mm | 43mm | 62mm | 62mm | 62mm | 62mm |
| Trail | 97mm | 97mm | 97mm | 97mm | 97mm | 97mm | 97mm | 97mm |
| Fork Length (full) | 475mm | 485mm | 505mm | 495mm | 515mm | 515mm | 515mm | 515mm |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 42mm | 42mm | 46mm | 42mm | 46mm | 46mm | 46mm | 46mm |
| Front-Center | 630mm | 656mm | 672mm | 682mm | 696mm | 719mm | 745mm | 770mm |
| Chain-Stay Length | 440mm | 440mm | 440mm | 440mm | 440mm | 440mm | 440mm | 440mm |
| Wheelbase | 1067mm | 1092mm | 1105mm | 1118mm | 1128mm | 1152mm | 1178mm | 1203mm |
| Top-Tube Length (horizontal) | 541mm | 565mm | 586mm | 589mm | 608mm | 630mm | 654mm | 679mm |
| Bike Stand-Over Height | 658mm | 695mm | 732mm | 735mm | 754mm | 781mm | 820mm | 853mm |
| Seat-Tube Length | 310mm | 350mm | 360mm | 400mm | 400mm | 450mm | 500mm | 560mm |
| Seat-Tube Angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Crank Length | 165mm | 165mm | 170mm | 170mm | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm | 175mm |
| Handlebar Width | 700mm | 720mm | 720mm | 740mm | 740mm | 740mm | 740mm | 740mm |
| Stem Length | 35mm | 45mm | 45mm | 60mm | 60mm | 60mm | 70mm | 70mm |
| Seat-Post Length | 300mm | 350mm | 350mm | 400mm | 400mm | 400mm | 400mm | 400mm |
| Saddle Width | 155mm | 155mm | 155mm | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm |
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