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Enduro Expert Carbon
A 26″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 120mm |
| Fork | Fox Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | X0, X9 |
| Brakes | Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Specialized Enduro is celebrated for its exceptional downhill performance, lightweight design, and smooth suspension, making it a top choice for enduro racing and aggressive trail riding. Its geometry and custom-tuned rear shock provide confidence and stability on descents, while improvements in frame kinematics enhance climbing efficiency. However, some reviews note that the rear suspension could be more efficient for pedaling, and certain builds may lack in climbing performance without specific adjustments.
Exceptional downhill performance
Lightweight design
Smooth suspension
Confident and stable geometry
Improved climbing efficiency with frame tweaks
Rear suspension less efficient for pedaling
Some builds may lack in climbing performance without adjustments
Certain components may not withstand aggressive use
The Enduro is a holy terror—in the best possible way—on the downhills.
BIKE MagazineThe Specialized Enduro Expert Carbon is a downhill dream
BikeRadarDescending on the Enduro was predictably awesome. It was plenty of bike and took on the Free Lunch Trail’s big drops as well as the long and technical alpine gravity trails at Keystone resort with confidence and stability at speed.
Mountain FlyerThe result is that the new Enduro is lighter and pedals better than its predecessor, enough to send it to the top of the wishlist for any privateer enduro racer
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Dec 2013
Lighter and more efficient--Specialized tweaked the new 2013 Enduro with an eye towards improving its climbing abilities while retaining its unrivaled descending traits. I've been riding this bike for a solid year. Here's how it fared.
Dec 2013 · MBA Action
When Curtis Keene stopped by our offices with his S-Works Enduro for our "Inside the Pros' Bikes" segment in our January 2013 issue, we were completely
Sep 2013
There are still those willing to stand up for the supremacy of a well-balanced 26-inch wheeled bike.
Apr 2013 · Logan VonBokel
Aaron Gwin rode Specialized's two new models of the Enduro trail bike at the Sea Otter Classic
Dec 2012 · Danny Milner
Specialized enduro racing dream machine: fast, stiff and reassuringly expensive
Jul 2012 · Rob Weaver
A leaner, faster, more efficient bike that looks set to top an enduro podium near you soon
Nov 2010
Genetic Mutant, If the Enduro Pro were a teenager, the little punk would live on synthetic energy drinks, and walk the halls wearing a flat brimmed hat, baggy pants, and an mp3 player streaming Kid Cudi. All the while, still pulling off a top spot on the honor role.
Apr 2010 · Billy
DirtTV: 2010 Specialized Enduro Pro Bike Test
| Frame | FACT IS-X 10m carbon front triangle, M5 rear triangle, tapered HT, replaceable ISCG mounts, 142mm dropouts, full cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 160mm travel |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox 36 TALAS R, air spring, tapered alloy steerer, reb adj. 20mm thru-axle, 160/120mm travel Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox RP23 Adaptive Logic with Boost Valve, reb and separate climbing setting and custom 3-position low-speed comp adj. 8.5 x 2.125"" Travel: 160mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM GXP, outboard bearing |
| 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: 60 M: 60, L: 75 and XL: 90 |
| Handlebar | Specialized All-Mountain low-rise bar, 7050 alloy, 720mm wide, 8º backsweep, 6º upsweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | 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, S1 direct mount for DMD |
| Crank | Custom SRAM carbon S-2200, 10-speed AM double, GXP spindle, removable spider, Gamut shiftguide, S: 170mm, others: 175mm |
| Shifters | SRAM X9, 10-speed, trigger, w/MatchMaker clamp |
| Cassette | SRAM PG 1050, 10-speed, 11-36t |
| Chain | KMC X-10, 10-speed, w/ reusable Missing Link, nickel plates |
| Brakes | Front: Custom Avid X0 World Cup, hydraulic disc, carbon lever blade, alloy backed semi-metallic pad,, Rear: Custom Avid X0 World Cup, hydraulic disc, carbon lever blade, alloy backed semi-metallic pad, Type: Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Avid X0 carbon lever w/tool-less reach adjust, w/MatchMaker clamp |
| Rims | Roval Traverse, alloy disc, 28mm, 27/32h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Super Comp, 2.0/1.65/1.8 stainless |
| Front Hub | Roval Traverse, w/ 20mm thru end caps, 27h |
| Rear Hub | Roval Traverse 142+, 12mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Tires | Front: Specialized Butcher Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, aramid bead, dual-compound, 26x2.3"", Rear: Specialized Purgatory Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready aramid bead, dual compound, 26x2.2"" |
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Last updated July 9
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