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2014 Specialized

Camber 29

A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 110 / 110mm
ForkSuntour XCR
ShockX-Fusion
Wheels29″ Aluminum
GroupsetSLX, Deore
BrakesTektro Hydraulic Disc
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

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Handling
nimblestable
Camber 29
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Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Summary

The Specialized Camber is a versatile cross-country bike that excels in both climbing and descending, offering a balanced ride with efficient pedaling and playful handling. Its suspension system is praised for being supple and active, providing excellent trail feel. However, some riders note limitations in extremely technical terrain and occasional issues with component performance.

Pros
  • Efficient pedaling and climbing performance

  • Playful and agile handling

  • Supple and active suspension system

  • Versatile for a variety of trail conditions

  • Well-designed geometry for confidence-inspiring rides

Cons
  • Limited performance in extremely technical terrain

  • Some components may require immediate maintenance

  • Not as plush on burly descents as longer-travel bikes

Key Quotes
The Camber EVO exhibits the playfulness of a smaller-wheeled bike, yet offers the traction and rollover that comes with wagon wheels.
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The thing pedals really well, even while humping up long, technical climbs. It feels distinctly un-FSR, in a good way.
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The Camber truly exceeded our expectations as an all-rounder.
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MBR
Specialized Camber Evo 29 (2015) longterm review - MBR

Sep 2015 · Danny Milner

We've got the new Specialized Camber Evo 29 on longterm test. Find out how we're getting on with it...

Highs
  • The perfect blend of handling prowess and mile-munching efficiency

  • Improved Spec and better looks for less money than last year

  • Still some of the best rear suspension in the business

Lows
  • Fork can become overwhelmed when you start to push

  • Stock stem is too long

  • Badly needs full internal dropper post routing

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Bicycling
Specialized’s Redesigned Camber Hits a Sweet Spot

Jul 2015 · Ron Koch

New bike borrows from the Epic and the Stumpjumper so you can ride fast and tackle tough trails

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Bikerumor
Destination Trail: Specialized Introduces All New Camber with a Brain

Jul 2015 · Zach Overholt

One of the raddest things about mountain biking is how the sport can be so many things to just as many different people. However, even with all of the different styles of riding most of us have the same end goal – to get out on the trail. Usually it doesn’t matter what or where …

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Singletrack World
Specialized Camber Evo

Apr 2015 · Sim

A bike built for razzing around the woods? Where do we sign?

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Mountain Flyer
MF Tested | Specialized Camber Comp EVO 29

Aug 2014

We can tell you that the Camber is a great bike and Specialized’s FSR suspension design is tried and true. And that its engineers have spent countless hours perfecting the geometry.

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Mountain Bike Action
Well-Ridden: The Specialized Camber Expert Carbon EVO 29

Jun 2014 · MBA Action

At The Corner Of Cross Country And Aggressive It’s easy to see how the Specialized Camber EVO could be overlooked. Nestled in between the ever-popular

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BIKE Magazine
Bike Test: Specialized Camber Expert Carbon Evo 29

Apr 2014

Bike Test: Specialized Camber Expert Carbon Evo 29. Two testers, three locations, selfish motives, and a word from Specialized.

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Flow Mountain Bike
Tested: Specialized Camber Expert Carbon Evo 29

Jan 2014

This bike was never intended to be a review item for us here at Flow, but after a three-day love-in with the Camber Evo whilst filming for our next Flow Nation video in Mt Buller, we had to let you in on this bike’s dirty little secrets. A gentleman always tells. When planning our trip …

Highs
  • So much grip, Tarzan would be jealous.

  • Suspension of the gods.

  • Great wheels and drivetrain.

Lows
  • Bar shape is not our cuppa.

  • Long stays on tight switchbacks.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

M5 hydroformed tubing, 29"" geometry, tapered headtube, internal Command Post BlackLite routing, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, bolt-on cable guides, 110mm travel

Fork

Suntour XCR 29, coil spring, tapered alloy steerer, lockout and reb adj. S: soft, M: standard, L/XL: hard, 110mm travel

Travel110mm

Spring TypeCoil

Shock

X-Fusion O2 RL, air spring, and reb adj. 197x48mm

Travel110mm

Bottom Bracket

Shimano BB-ES25, Octalink spline, cartridge bearings, 73mm shell

Headset

1-1/8 and 1-1/2"" threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2"" lower, cartridge bearings

Stem

Specialized Trail, 6061 alloy, 4-bolt, 8-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp

Handlebar

Specialized XC Mini-Riser, 6000 butted alloy, 720mm wide, 10mm rise, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 31.8mm

Saddle

Body Geometry Rival, 143mm width

Seatpost

Specialized 6061 alloy, 2-bolt micro-adjust setback, 30.9mm, S/M:350mm, others:400mm

TypeRigid

Grips

Specialized Sip Grip, non-locking

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore Shadow M592, 9-speed, SGS long cage

Front Derailleur

Shimano SLX M660, E-type for DMD, top-swing, bottom pull

Crank

Shimano Alivio, Octalink spline, replaceable rings, S: 170mm, Others: 175mm

Shifters

Shimano Alivio, 9-speed, trigger

Cassette

Shimano HG-20, 9-speed, 11-34

Chain

KMC X9, 9-speed, nickel plate, reusable Missing Link

Brakes

Front: Tektro Draco 2, ceramic pads, Light Wave rotor, S/M: 180mm, Others: 200mm rotor, Rear: Tektro Draco 2, ceramic pads, Light Wave rotor, S/M: 160mm, Others: 180mm rotor

TypeTektro Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Tektro Draco 2, hydraulic disc

Wheels
Rims

Specialized, alloy disc, 24mm wide, 32h

Spokes

Stainless, 2.0mm

Front Hub

Specialized Hi Lo disc, OS28 end caps, sealed cartridge bearings, QR, 32h

Rear Hub

Specialized disc, 4x-sealed cartridge bearings, 12mm thru-axle, 142mm spacing, 32h

Tires

Front: Specialized Ground Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"", foldable aramid bead, 60TPI, Rear: Specialized Ground Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.1"", foldable aramid bead, 60 TPI

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