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S-Works Enduro 29
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 155 / 160mm |
| Fork | RockShox Pike RCT3 |
| Shock | Cane Creek DBair IL |
| Wheels | 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XX1 |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide RS Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'4" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Specialized Enduro is celebrated for its versatility across both climbing and descending, with reviewers highlighting its agile geometry, supple suspension, and the choice between 650b and 29er wheel sizes. Its design philosophy aims to blend the acceleration of a light trail bike with the rough terrain capability of a mini-DH bike. While praised for its performance, some critiques include the weight of aluminum frames and the preference for different dropper post options.
Agile geometry and supple suspension performance
Choice between 650b and 29er wheel sizes for varied riding preferences
Blends acceleration of a light trail bike with rough terrain capability
Improved rollover over 26-inch wheels
Top-notch spec and reliable components
Aluminum frames considered heavy by some
Preference for infinite-dropper post over three-position Command Post
650b version may slouch in travel during climbs
"The 29er has the shortest rear end out there, shreds corners and eats rocks and roots alive."
BIKE Magazine"Bigger is better – with 650b and 29 options the rider can choose how big is right for them."
BIKE Magazine"Specialized’s Enduro 29 is proof that long travel 29ers really can work"
BikeRadar"The Enduro Elite is a very capable descender"
BikeRadar"What a bike! The Specialized Enduro 650b impresses with fantastic suspension performance and outstanding handling."
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Dec 2016
How do you improve on a Specialized S-Works Enduro 29? This is how.
Dec 2016
This bike comes with a legendary reputation, way back in mid-2013 it emerged as one of the first 29ers to challenge perceptions of what a big wheeler was capable of. It’s received a major overhaul for 2017, and as we discussed in our initial impressions piece back in August, we like the changes Specialized have implemented. So, what …
Balanced, well thought out geometry.
Pratical frame construction and finishes.
Dual wheelsize compatibility.
None as yet.
Oct 2016 · Wil Barrett
Is the Specialized Enduro 29 a long-legged trail bike? Or a burly enduro machine? Barney investigates in his review of the Expert Carbon
Aug 2016 · Robin Weaver
It’s also worth noting that even with the 160mm fork plugged in, that short head tube still means bar height isn’t hard to get right either — a big plus if you’re on the shorter side of things like me.
Aug 2016 · Matt Phillips
The Big E is bigger and badder than ever
Jan 2016 · Sjones
The baddest 150mm 29" enduro bike in the world
Sep 2015 · Jann Eberharter
Dec 2014 · Staff
We independently tested the Specialized Enduro Expert Carbon 650b and the Enduro Expert Carbon 29 in the past weeks, now it’s time to compare the two bikes on the field. Specialized Italy provided the Enduros for as much time as we wanted, in order to ride one after the other on our home trails. One of our testers is Marco Milivinti, winner of the 2014 Superenduro Series, to get the “pro” point of view. The bikes Both bikes have a Fact Is-X 11m carbon front triangle and a M5 alloy rear triangle. Both are also size Medium and identically spec’d (relative
| Frame | FACT IS-X 11m carbon, 29"" geometry, FACT IS construction, FACT carbon front triangle, M5 alloy rear triangle, tapered headtube, PF30 BB, internal Command Post IR routing, 142mm dropouts, full cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 155mm travel BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Custom RockShox Pike RCT3 29, Solo Air spring, tapered alloy steerer, w/ lockout, compression, rebound adj. 15mm thru-axle, 160mm travel Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Custom Cane Creek DB AIR Inline, high/low-speed compression and rebound adj. w/ climb switch, 8.5""x2.25"" Travel: 155mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Praxis, PF30, OS press-in bearings, sealed cartridge |
| Headset | 1-1/8 and 1-1/2"" threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2"" lower, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Syntace F109, 6-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized XC, mini rise, 7050 alloy, 8-backsweep, 6-upsweep, 10mm rise, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Henge Expert, hollow Ti rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Command Post IR, 3-position height adjustable, alien head design, bottom mount cable routing, w/ remote adjust SRL, 30.9mm, 125mm travel Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Resin test ride, w/ toe clips, CEN std. |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, Others: XL |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XX1, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | S-Works FACT carbon, custom XX1 chainring, OSBB, 30T, 104mm BCD spider |
| Shifters | SRAM XX1, 11-speed, trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM XX1, 11-speed, 10-42 |
| Chain | SRAM PC-XX1, 11-speed, w/ PowerLink |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Guide RS Carbon, metallic pads, 200mm Centerline rotor, Rear: SRAM Guide RS Carbon, metallic pads, 180mm Centerline rotor Type: SRAM Guide RS Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Guide RS Carbon, carbon lever, w/ cartridge bearing, reach adjust |
| Rims | Roval Traverse SL Fattie 29, carbon, 30mm inner width, 24/28h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Revolution |
| Front Hub | Roval Traverse, w/ 15/20mm thru-axle, 24h |
| Rear Hub | Roval Traverse SL 29 142+, XX1 driver body, DT Swiss Star Ratchet, 28h |
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Last updated July 9
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