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Specialized Rockhopper Expert
The Specialized Rockhopper Expert is the top model in Specialized's affordable line of Rockhopper hardtail mountain bikes designed for riders new to mountain biking. It is available in 2 models; the Rockhopper Expert Disc which has 26" wheels, and as the Rockhopper Expert 29 which has 29" wheels and matching 29" frame geometry. Both have a fully butted M4 alloy frame for lightweight strength and feature a smooth hydraulic damping RockShox Dart 3 fork with preload adjustment. The crankset uses Octalink-splined BB interface for reliable power transfer and SRAM X5 medium-cage rear derailleur and 9-speed trigger shifters give precise gear shifting. Dual-piston hydraulic disc brakes with 160mm rotors deliver smooth, controlled, powerful stops and the alloy double-walled rims give lightweight durability. The Rockhopper Expert Disc comes in a Silver/Dark Silver finish while the Rockhopper Expert 29 comes in a Black finish.
MSRP $940.00
Release date September, 2009
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- Rockhopper Expert Disc - 26" wheels
- Rockhopper Expert 29 - 29" wheels and 29" frame geometry
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- FRAME:
- Rockhopper Expert Disc - Specialized M4 fully manipulated alloy frame, fully butted, ORE DT, externally relieved HT, forged dropouts w/ replaceable derailleur hanger, disc only
- Rockhopper Expert 29 - Specialized M4 fully manipulated alloy frame, fully butted, Trail 29" geometry, ORE DT, externally relieved HT, 2-piece forged adjustable slider dropouts, disc only
- FORK:
- Rockhopper Expert Disc - RockShox Dart 3 SL, 80/100mm, 1 piece magnesium lower, alloy steerer, adj. reb. damping w/ LO and preload adj., size-specific spring rates, disc only
- Rockhopper Expert 29 - RockShox Dart 3 SL for 29" wheel, 80mm, 1 piece magnesium lower, alloy steerer, adj. reb. damping w/ LO and preload adj., size-specific spring rates, spring assisted seal, disc only
- HEADSET: 1-1/8" threadless, loose ball
- STEM: 3D forged alloy, 7 degree rise, 31.8mm clamp
- HANDLEBARS: Butted alloy riserbar, 25mm rise, 660mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 7 degree up sweep
- GRIPS: Specialized Enduro, dual compound Kraton, no flange, 131mm
- FRONT BRAKE: Tektro Auriga Comp, hydraulic disc, dual piston w/ 160mm rotor
- REAR BRAKE: Tektro Auriga Comp, hydraulic disc, dual piston w/ 160mm rotor
- BRAKE LEVERS: Tektro Auriga Comp
- FRONT DERAILLEUR: Shimano Deore, 34.9mm clamp, top swing, bottom pull
- REAR DERAILLEUR: SRAM X-5, mid cage
- SHIFT LEVERS: SRAM X5-R trigger
- CASSETTE: Shimano HG50, 9-speed, 11-34t
- CHAIN: KMC X9 w/ reuseable Missing Link
- CRANKSET: Shimano FC-M442, Octalink Spline
- CHAINRINGS: 44A x 32S x 22S replaceable
- BOTTOM BRACKET: Shimano BB-ES25, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 68mm x 118mm
- PEDALS: Alloy body and cage, 9/16"
- RIMS:
- Rockhopper Expert Disc - Alex RHD 26", pinned, alloy double wall, eyelets, 28h front and 32h rear
- Rockhopper Expert 29 - Alex RHD 29", pinned, alloy double wall, eyelets, 28h front and 32h rear
- FRONT HUB: Forged alloy, hi/low flange, double sealed, ground race, machined disc mount, 32h
- REAR HUB: Forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, machined disc mount, cassette, 32h
- SPOKES: 2mm (14g) stainless
- FRONT TIRE:
- Rockhopper Expert Disc - Specialized Fast Trak LK Sport, 26x2.0", 60TPI, wire bead
- Rockhopper Expert 29 - Specialized Fast Trak LK Sport, 29x2.0", 60TPI, wire bead
- REAR TIRE:
- Rockhopper Expert Disc - Specialized Fast Trak LK Sport, 26x2.0", 60TPI, wire bead
- Rockhopper Expert 29 - Specialized Fast Trak LK Sport, 29x2.0", 60TPI, wire bead
- INNER TUBES: Schraeder valve
- SADDLE: Specialized Rockhopper XC, Body Geometry, 143mm width, front and rear bumpers
- SEATPOST: Alloy two bolt, 12.5mm offset, micro adjust, 30.9mm
- SEAT BINDER: Forged alloy QR, brass washer
- NOTES: Chain stay protector, reflectors, clear coat, owners manual
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