2022 Stumpjumper Expert

I just picked this up on sale for about $200 more than the base stumpjumper 15 model. The bike is a monster. I’ve only ever ridden hardtails and this bike rips. So comfortable too. If you don’t mind getting something a few years old, you absolutely cannot go wrong.

The bike disappears mid-ride. "You think it. You do it." Again and again as an owner, I keep circling back to how "less is more." But, that's only ever really the case when things are just simply built "right" from the beginning. To be honest, I couldn't let myself buy this Stumpjumper when there's real FSR Horst Link available on the EVO. And yet, I couldn't commit to buying the EVO as it seemed as if it would primarily only be a "bruiser of a bike." Because for me personally, aside from regular weekly rides in the Midwest, I travel about 10-times a year out-of-state to conquer 50-miles of technical singletrack trail riding in a day. Thankfully, that's gonna be the kind of opportunity that this Stumpjumper excels at. From experience, showing up without the right bike is always going to be finding out way too late. Now, if you just so happen to have an engineering marvel with you... Well let's just say thanks again and again. Thanks.

This bike is amazing. I’ve had it for two years and it still surprises me how predictable and how fast it is, and I ride at least 3x a week. I bought it after reading and watching lots of review videos, it performs way better than I thought it would.

Great bike does everything super well build quality it's great raced xc on this for a bit and enduro so it's a do everything bike

Precise handling, smooth shifting, responsive suspension.

Perfect trail bike for our local tracks here is a North Carolina. Hovers over the roots and rocks while providing the needed responsiveness in the pocket. Extremely satisfied with the specifications, components and overall performance!

I'm in love with this bike!! Upgraded from a hardtail so this is my 1st full sus bike. This bike is so light and climbs like a goat. I would struggle to keep up on longer hills and my 1st ride on this bike I was cruising up the hills. I was able to ride more miles than usual and that was on the 1st ride after being sick for 2 weeks. Love how adjustable the brake levers, shifters etc are as I have really small hands. I'm 5'3" and was having a hard time finding a full sus small enough and the S1 fits great but I did cut the bars down.

awesome bike, got it after my turbo levo and wanted to ride more with my non-e bike friends. love how it climbs, and surprised how well it descends.

I love this bike. I had a specialized stumpjumper comp carbon ST before and this will definitely up my riding game. Its lighter and so comfortable.

This bike is awesome. I’ve had the bike for a month now handles very nicely in all conditions. I’m very glad I chose this bike

I've got about 40 miles on this thing so far (primarily a combo of tech and flow in the Roanoke area with no shortage of climbing) so I'm still adjusting to the slacker geometry and the overall beefier feel compared to my old full suspension (2015 Salsa Horsethief Carbon 1). I'm still dialing in the cockpit so that factors into things as well. Although it is a carbon frame and lighter than its alloy counterpart, it still requires more input than my old bike to fully realize its potential. Not a big deal, just something to be aware if you're coming from a lighter FS bike. There's a Brandon Weed video that gets into that a little deeper. The bike is super solid and is a dream on the downhills. The slacker head tube angle requires more effort to get the front end up at the moment, but I'm chalking that up to the adjustment period. While it's a bit more active during climbing than my old bike, it still climbs well. I wound up cutting the bars down to 30cm total because the 280cm width put my arms out too wide for comfort, but that's due more to a history of shoulder injuries than any performance issues. The component spec is super solid for the sale price I paid. The wheels and tires do what they're supposed to do and the ratchet hub is nice and quiet. I'll be curious to see how the Roval wheels hold up, but they seem well built. The brakes work as expected coming from SRAM Guide RS brakes on my previous ride, not as grabby as Shimanos, with plenty of ability to modulate, which I realize may not be for everyone. The seat is a little firm for my liking and I'll probably swap that out. The SWAT storage is pretty sweet, but be aware that it will get wet inside (there's a weep hole at the bottom of the down tube), so if you're doing creek crossings and such, don't put anything in there that can't get wet, like documents or gremlins. All in all, it's a sweet rig and I look forward to getting the cockpit dialed in so I can get the most out of this ride.

Excellent handling and fast response. Little soft on the rear shock even with higher pressure. Need to do some more fine tuning on the rear shock.

This is the perfect front range Colorado bike for riding every trail, even the gnarly stuff despite the modest travel. I love riding this bike, it makes me excited to climb and descend. I have a couple gripes with the spec at this cost. A $6,000 bike that doesn't come setup tubeless is so weird. Lower cost and crappier bikes are coming tubeless. When I converted the wheels, I did have to apply my own rim tape. Your experience may vary here. Finally, I think the other parts spec is super mediocre. The hubs seem to lack engagement points, so ratcheting this bike can be tough. The seat is totally uncomfortable for me so that's getting replaced too. Just wish the parts were a bit better for this price.

Awesome all around er on the single track. Big upgrade on my ‘07 stumpy. Reinvigorated my riding!

Been mountain back in for over 34 years and have owned over 20 full suspensions. it’s true things just keep getting better and better across-the-board. This is my third flex stay bike (Lynskey, Marin) and by far the most predictable. Installed Crankbrothers synthesis carbon wheels, Fizik saddle and Death Grips and it’s good to go. From the most aggressive at Tiger(Seattle) to tight uphill switchbacks it’s a keeper. Ride safe/fast!

Specialized's frame redesign has exceeded my expectations. This bike climbs well and descends like butter!

This is a great trail bike. I went from a 2019 Epic Evo to this bike - both are great bikes and capable in their own way. The biggest difference I've found so far is that the bottom bracket is a little lower on the Stumpy - this means more stability but also means that I smacked my pedals more than a few times on my first ride. Downhill is silky smooth. Uphill is really not so different than life on an aluminum Epic Evo - they're about the same weight and I never felt like I was running out of range in gearing.

I've had my 2022 SJ Expert for about 3 months and I'm having a blast! I'm coming from a 2018 Epic Comp and this is so much better and more fun on jumps. Ridding the Epic was had it thrills, but the SJ has that and more. Worth every penny! A++

I have has the SJ expert for a little over a month. I have ridden it most days and it has been amazing. Rips fast down but light and nimble enough for the tricky climbs up. I am 5'9 and the S3 fits great. Cut the bars significantly and will be changing the stem and getting some carbon wheels but damn this thing rides nice. Was debating between the Stump and the Spark but I am super glad I picked this one. Feel like it made me a better rider immediately!

I just picked up my bike so I haven't put it through it's paces yet but my initial ride was wonderful. Smooth, comfortable and great fit. So excited to really test it out on the dirt! 5'6" - S2 was the perfect size.

Best trail bike out there 👍🏼

Superb ride!

Love this bike, the color is amazing. Very modest brown it looks black in most light. Im just under 5'8 and ordered the s3. I put a 40 mm stem on it and absolutely love the feel. Pedals like a beast and still rips dh. Would recommend the evo if its your only bike and you like to ride aggressively. This is my second bike so i wanted something i can pedal long distances.

I have ridden hard tails all my life and was worried about climbing with a full suspension. This bike climbs, descends and floats on trails. To say this is the best bike I have ridden would be an understatement. This bike is so capable and light that I can’t imagine ridding anything else. Amazing bike!

Great bike for the trails in Florida. There aren't any big hills so the bike flows with the flowing trails and expertly handles the technical portions. The bike is light, agile and handles climbs with ease,