Specialized Rockhopper Expert 29"

Excuse the boast, but here Specialized has really outdone ourselves

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.

A heart of gold
Presented in the lightweight yet durable Premium A1 Aluminum, the Rockhopper’s butted aluminum frame features hydroformed top and downtubes to keep weight low and strength high, all while providing increased standover clearance, slick internal cable routing, and dropper-post compatibility.

Frame
Presented in our lightweight yet durable Premium A1 Aluminum, the Rockhopper’s butted aluminum frame features hydroformed top and downtubes to keep weight low and strength high, all while providing increased standover clearance, slick internal cable routing, and dropper-post compatibility.

Features

• Beautifully beastly, Tektro hydraulic disc brakes pack a mean bite but deliver their power with a refined, intuitive feel to make for a package that punches way above its pay grade.
• Keep things simple with a durable 1x Shimano drivetrain with plenty of range and a clutch-equipped rear derailleur that keeps your ride quiet—and your chain on.
• Pair dead-reliable hubs from Formula with our 25-millimeter internal diameter, hookless Stout rims for a strong, light, and durable wheelset hat trick.

Tech Specs

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
• Saddle: Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155/143mm
• Handlebars: Stout Mini Rise, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
• 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
• Chain: Shimano CN-LG500, W/QUICK-LINK
• Cassette: Shimano Deore, 11spd, 11-51t
• Crankset: Stout 1x, forged alloy
• Bottom Bracket: Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindle

Accessories

• Pedals: SBC-54 Flat pedal

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
• Rear Tire: Ground Control 2BR, 650B/29x2.35, T5
• Spokes: Stainless, 14g
• Inner Tubes: 40mm PV 650B/29x1.75-2.4

Weight

• Producer's weight: 12.67kg (27 lb, 14.9 oz)
• Weight Size: MD

Producer's note: Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colourway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.