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MTB Reviews > Mountain bikes > 29er bikes > Specialized Rockhopper Expert Disc 29er
For over two decades the Rockhopper has been the best hardtail for any rider looking for thrills and adventure over a wide variety of terrain. The Rockhopper's M4 alloy frame and premium specs deliver category-leading efficiency, value and dependable handling.
• The Rockhopper Expert Disc 29’s M4 manipulated alloy frame features our 29er-specific geometry for a lower center of
Specialized Rockhopper Expert Disc 29er Reviews
Description: (from specialized.com)
For over two decades the Rockhopper has been the best hardtail for any rider looking for thrills and adventure over a wide variety of terrain. The Rockhopper's M4 alloy frame and premium specs deliver category-leading efficiency, value and dependable handling.
• The Rockhopper Expert Disc 29’s M4 manipulated alloy frame features our 29er-specific geometry for a lower center of
gravity and increased stability. A fully butted tubeset adds to its lightweight strength.
• The front suspension features 32mm Cr-Mo stanchions and a smooth 80mm of coil-sprung travel, rebound and preload adjustments, and lockout.
• The Specialized 3D-forged alloy stem is stiff and strong and features an oversized 31.8mm bar-clamp area for precise steering.
• Tektro’s Auriga Comp dual-piston hydraulic disc brakes feature smooth lever action and easy-to-control stopping power.
• Shimano’s Deore rear derailleur uses a wide-link parallelogram design for increased rigidity, which means accurate shifting and long life.
• Shimano’s Deore Rapidfire trigger shifters feature Dual Control for extra-fast shifts from thumb and/or forefinger.
• The triple-chainring crankset features Shimano’s splined Octalink bottom-bracket connection, which gives maximum power transfer smooth pedaling action.
• The Fast Track Control 29x2.0-inch tires feature a dual compound tread for superior traction and durability, whether you opt to go 2Bliss or not.
• The Indie XC saddle uses our patented Body Geometry design to protect your soft parts.
• The triple-chainring crankset features Shimano’s splined Octalink BB connection, which gives maximum power transfer and smooth pedaling action.
• The front suspension features 32mm Cr-Mo stanchions and a smooth 80mm of coil-sprung travel, rebound and preload adjustments, and lockout.
• The Specialized 3D-forged alloy stem is stiff and strong and features an oversized 31.8mm bar-clamp area for precise steering.
• Tektro’s Auriga Comp dual-piston hydraulic disc brakes feature smooth lever action and easy-to-control stopping power.
• Shimano’s Deore rear derailleur uses a wide-link parallelogram design for increased rigidity, which means accurate shifting and long life.
• Shimano’s Deore Rapidfire trigger shifters feature Dual Control for extra-fast shifts from thumb and/or forefinger.
• The triple-chainring crankset features Shimano’s splined Octalink bottom-bracket connection, which gives maximum power transfer smooth pedaling action.
• The Fast Track Control 29x2.0-inch tires feature a dual compound tread for superior traction and durability, whether you opt to go 2Bliss or not.
• The Indie XC saddle uses our patented Body Geometry design to protect your soft parts.
• The triple-chainring crankset features Shimano’s splined Octalink BB connection, which gives maximum power transfer and smooth pedaling action.
Reviews
on August 17, 2011
Pros
Pretty light considering the price. Rolls over everything. Fast
Cons
Wish it had an air fork and I plan on cutting about 1/2" off each side of handlebars. A little wide for my liking.
Review
2011 Model. Bike is smooth shifting, feels great, climbs like a beast. I went 29r and will never go back. I cant even get on my 26" anymore.
Pros
The bike is light, well equiped for the price and holds up great to the terrain in this area.
Cons
I'm not a big fan of the Dart shock. I got what I paid for.
Review
This was my first serious off road bike. Great entry level ride to improve the skills. Well worth the money and the customer service is excellent.
Pros
Light weight frame, Tektro Auriga Comp hydraulic disc brakes, geometry of frame, Shimano Deore shifters and derailleurs. Fastrack LK Control 29 x 2.0 tires.
Cons
Specialized RHD 29" stout rims,
but they have replaced them with 29" Swiss DT 470's. The complete wheelset not just the rims!!! This ends up being a plus after the factory's customer service!!!
Review
Great ride! I can't say enough good about it! Other than the rims issue, which I just got the call from my LBS to say my Swiss DT 470 rims are in. I understand it to be a $500.00- $600.00 upgrade on my wheelset at NO Charge to me, the customer. Wow! Great customer service to boot!
This is my first bike in thirty years. I am new to Mountain Biking. Middle-aged, pushing 50 (Hard), six and a half foot tall rider under two hundred pounds. So I am hardly a Clydesdale. I went 29 inch because of my height & very long legs. Wheelbase of the bike and height of it are not affected much compared to a 26 inch wheel.
This bike blows the theory that a 29'er doesn't handle as well as a 26 to bits. I have ridden both and any difference in handling is between the riders ears. There is none. Other than it handles small obstacles much easier.
Really i cannot say enough about this bike. Thank you to the folks at specialized and my LBS (B&B Bicycles) in Cedar Hill, Tx.
Now I just need to improve my riding skills more. Pactice, practice, practice. Just means I have to suffer and endure more time on the trails to get the most out of this bike...:) :) :)
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