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2014 Specialized

S-Works Camber 29 Frame

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry frameset.

FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 110mm rear
ShockFox
Wheels29″
SeatpostDropper
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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
Flow's First Bite: Specialized S-Works Camber 29

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 …

Highs
  • We all like champagne...

Lows
  • We have a beer budget.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

FACT 11m carbon front triangle, 29"" geometry, FACT IS construction, full FACT rear triangle, tapered headtube, carbon PF30 BB, full internal shift/brake/post routing, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 110mm travel

BB StandardPF30, Press Fit

Shock

Custom FOX Float CTD Factory w/ AUTOSAG and Boost Valve, Kashima coating, Climb, Trail, Descend settings w/ Trail and reb adj. 197x48mm

Travel110mm

Bottom Bracket

PF30, press-fit

Headset

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

Seatpost

Specialized Command Post IR, 3-position, internally routed adjustable height w/ air spring, remote operated, single bolt head, 30.9mm, 100mm travel

TypeDropper

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