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Camber Expert Carbon 29
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 110 / 110mm |
| Fork | Fox |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | X0, X9 |
| Brakes | Formula Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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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Oct 2012 · Alan Muldoon
With the 26 no more, 2013's Camber 29 has big boots to fill
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
Nov 2011 · Seb Rogers
There isn’t a more comfortable mid-travel full susser out there for racking up huge miles
Nov 2010 · What Mountain Bike,
All-new ride for 2011
| Frame | FACT 9m front triangle, M5 rear triangle, 29"" geometry, tapered HT, internal Command Post routing, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, disc only, replaceable derailleur hanger, bolt-on cable guides, 110mm travel BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox Float Performance RL 29, FIT damper, tapered steerer, LO and reb adj. standard drop-outs, 110mm travel Travel: 110mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Custom Fox Triad II, custom for 29er on-the-fly 3-position compression switch 1) Lock out 2) Open 3) ProPedal, rebound adj. 200x49mm Travel: 110mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearing, sealed cartridge |
| Headset | 1-1/8 and 1-1/2"" Threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2"" lower, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise, S: 60mm, M: 75, L:90, XL/XXL:105mm |
| Handlebar | Specialized XC Mini-Riser, 7050 butted alloy, 720mm wide, 10mm rise, 10º backsweep, 6º upsweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Henge Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm width |
| Seatpost | Specialized Command Post BlackLite, 3 position, adjustable height w/air spring, remote operated, single bolt head 30.9mm, S:100mm travel, Others: 125mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Resin Test Ride Pedals with toe clips, CEN std. |
| Grips | Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Others: Grappler XL |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0, 10-speed, mid cage |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM X7, 10-speed, S3 direct mount for DMD, top-pull |
| Crank | Custom SRAM carbon S-2200, 10-speed XC Trail double, PF30 spindle, removable spider, S: 170mm, Others: 175mm |
| Shifters | SRAM X9, 10-speed, trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1050, 10-speed, 11-36t |
| Chain | KMC X-10, 10-speed, w/ reusable Missing Link, nickel plates |
| Brakes | Front: Custom Formula The One R, hydraulic disc, tool-less FCS and reach adjust, metallic pad, SRAM compatible MiXmaster shifter mounts, S/M:180mm rotor, Others: 203mm rotor, Rear: Custom Formula The One R, hydraulic disc, tool-less FCS and reach adjust, metallic pad, SRAM compatible MiXmaster shifter mounts, S/M:160mm rotor, Others: 180mm rotor Type: Formula Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Formula The One R hydraulic |
| Rims | Roval Control Trail 29, alloy disc, 26mm, 32h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Super Comp, 2.0/1.65/1.8 stainless |
| Front Hub | Roval Control Trail 29, OS 24 end caps, QR, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Roval Control Trail 29 142+, DT Swiss alloy cassette body, QR, 28h |
| Tires | Front: Specialized Purgatory Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual-compound, 29x2.2"", Rear: Specialized Ground Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, 29x2.1"" |
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