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Camber Comp 26
A 26″ aluminum frame full suspension trail bike with upper mid-range components.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver TK |
| Shock | RockShox |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 3 × 9 |
| Groupset | SLX, Alivio |
| Brakes | Tektro Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Specialized Camber is praised for its lively and confident ride, with sorted handling that feels nimble yet predictable. Its suspension, often featuring the Autosag valve for easy setup, delivers efficient and vice-free performance, making it a capable cross-country bike. However, some reviews note issues like potential pedal strikes and a lack of a thru-axle fork.
Sorted handling and assured cornering
Easy suspension setup with Autosag valve
Lively and confident ride quality
Light and stiff frame design
Efficient and vice-free suspension performance
Watch out for pedal strikes
Lacks a thru-axle fork
Rear shock can feel sluggish or over-damped in some cases
Could use a dropper post on certain models
The Specialized Camber Comp is a dialled trail companion
BikeRadarIt's a decent weight at under 27lb and delivers a lively yet confident ride.
Cycling NewsThe top-shelf S-Works Camber combines 110mm of plush and efficient FSR suspension with Fox Float CTD Factory Series with Kashima coated shock with a premium component package for uncompromising and versatile trail performance.
Flow Mountain BikeThe new 29er-only range will start at £1,500 instead of £2,000, and Specialized has even managed to match the weight of the 26in Camber too. We’ll drink to that!
MBRThe Cambers are so fast and easy to ride that they almost disappear into the ride.
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Nov 2013
Well, there’s really not too much to say; this bike is exquisite. When you spend some time assessing the whole (massive) Specialized mountain bike range, it’s easy to pass over the Camber series. It’s somewhat overshadowed by the whippet-esque racing performance of the Epic line and the legendary versatility of the slightly longer-travel Stumpjumpers. But …
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Dec 2012 · Mike Davis
Totally dialled trail performer that’s just a couple of component tweaks from perfection
Oct 2012 · MBA Action
It's no secret that here at MBA we have touted the 29er's benefits in many cross-country and trail situations. But with the recent push for longer-travel
Feb 2012 · Danny Milner
The fact that there’s a carbon version of the Camber 29 and more models than in the 26in version, speaks volumes of Specialized’s commitment to 29in wheels.
Nov 2010 · What Mountain Bike,
All-new ride for 2011
| Frame | M4 hydroformed tubing, Command Post routing, 135mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, disc only, replaceable derailleur hanger, bolt-on cable guides, 120mm travel |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Recon Silver TK, TurnKey damper, Solo Air, alloy steerer, LO and reb adj. disc only, 120mm travel Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox Ario RL, air spring, rebound adj. and LO, 200x51mm Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 73mm |
| Headset | 1-1/8"" upper and lower, Campy-style cartridge bearings for integrated alloy HT |
| Stem | Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise, S: 60mm, M: 75, L:90, XL:105mm |
| Handlebar | Specialized All-Mountain low-rise, 6061 butted alloy, 720mm wide, 8º backsweep, 6º upsweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Specialized Body Geometry Riva, 143mm width |
| Seatpost | 6061 alloy, 2-bolt micro adjust, setback head, 30.9mm, S/M:350mm, Others:400mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Alloy platform, 9/16"" |
| Grips | Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Others: Grappler XL |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX Shadow M662, 9-speed, SGS long cage |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano SLX M660E, E-type for DMD, top-swing, bottom-pull |
| Crank | Shimano Alivio, Octalink spline, 44/32/22, replaceable rings, S/M: 170mm Others: 175mm |
| Shifters | Shimano Alivio M430, 9-speed, trigger |
| Cassette | Shimano HG20 9-speed, 11-34t, |
| Chain | KMC X-9, 9-speed, reusable Missing Link |
| Brakes | Front: Tektro Draco, hydraulic disc, ceramic pad compound, Light Wave rotor S/M:180mm rotor, Others: 203mm rotor, Rear: Tektro Draco, hydraulic disc, ceramic pad compound, Light Wave rotor S/M:160mm rotor, Others: 180mm rotor Type: Tektro Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Tektro Draco hydraulic |
| Rims | Custom DT Swiss 445D, alloy disc, double-wall, pin joint, eyelets, 24mm, 28/32h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Stainless, 1.8mm (15g) |
| Front Hub | Specialized Hi Lo disc, loose ball, machined disc, QR, 28h |
| Rear Hub | Specialized Hi Lo disc, double-sealed cartridge bearing, QR, 32h |
| Tires | Front: Specialized The Captain Sport, 60 TPI, wire bead, 26x2.0"", Rear: Specialized The Captain Sport, 60 TPI, wire bead, 26x2.0"" |
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Last updated July 9
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