Pros: Great climbing bike good parts

Cons: Hate the front fork. it has issues

Recommendation: Good bike rides wonderfully however it takes a big corner...The front fork has issues and should be looked after by Specialized...It clunks.

Pros: With the adjustable front travel it climbs like a goat and with 6" of plush rear travel it flows like water on decents. The component package is almost the same as the 7k super version. This is the best bike I have ever owned in since I started in 95'

Cons: fork clearance, especially when its muddy, why did specialized go with a weird thru axle size(25mm) would like to see an after market single crown front fork(marzocchi 55 eta)

Recommendation: While I have changed the tires(small bock 8's) and I went with the e13 DRS(22/36) the bike is stock and can take a beating. I did blow a fork seal the first week but the shop had the bike back to me in a week. I am not the type to spend 4k on my ride but and testing this one it was a must have. If your a single track weight weiney stay away but if you like the down alittle more than the up and you are rough on your ride this was made for you.

Pros: it climbs well and decends awesome! i love it! it's a great all round bike if you love the downhills but also like to earn your turns on the uphills. It's lighter than most regular trails bikes!

Cons: hmmm. nothing yet...

Recommendation: If you want a 6" travel bike that can climb really well then get this bike. It's a specialized - you can't go wrong.