3. Specialized Stumpjumper FSR 6Fattie
For 2016, Specialized took their venerable Stumpjumper trail bike and added plus-sized wheels. It’s got 135mm of rear travel paired with a 150mm-travel fork. In typical Specialized fashion, the 6Fattie Stumpjumper is available in a wide variety of builds, including an aluminum-framed version. If you want their trick SWAT door for storage in the downtube, you’ll have to step up to a carbon frame.
Key features/specs:
- Travel: 135mm rear / 150mm front
- 67.5-degree head tube angle
- 17.2″ (437mm) chainstay length
- SWAT Storage available on carbon frames
- Pricing: $2,900 – $8,500
