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Camber Expert Carbon 29
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 120 / 120mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 34 |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | X01, X1 |
| Brakes | Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The Specialized Camber is a versatile trail bike that excels in efficiency and handling, offering a blend of speed and rough-terrain confidence. Its FSR suspension and thoughtful design details, like the SWAT storage compartment, make it a standout for riders seeking a do-it-all mountain bike. While some reviewers note a desire for a stiffer fork and slacker geometry for more aggressive riding, the Camber is praised for its climbing prowess and descending capabilities.
FSR suspension for consistent traction and comfort
SWAT door storage compartment for convenience
Efficient pedaling and climbing performance
Slackened head angle and shorter chainstays for improved handling
Versatile for a range of trail conditions
Some testers desired a stiffer fork for aggressive riding
Steering can feel twitchy initially
Not ideal for extremely rowdy terrain
I picked the Camber Expert Carbon EVO 29 as my favorite of all 34 bikes in that year’s test issue.
BIKE MagazineSpecialized’s Camber Comp Carbon 29 blends mile-munching speed with surprising rough-stuff confidence
BikeRadarThe Camber is brilliantly well put together.
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May 2017 · Emily Schaldach
The Camber’s 27.5-inch wheel platform accommodates a wide range of rider sizes, and it steamrolls over just about everything. 130 millimeters of travel
Mar 2017 · Wil Barrett
Slotting in between the Epic XC race bike and the long-travel Stumpjumper, the Camber aims to be the trail bike for all.
Aug 2016 · Tyler Benedict
There’s something to be said for getting a kid started on a fully rigid hardtail. But if your local trails are super gnarly, there’s also a pretty darn good argument for getting them suspended as quickly as possible. Traction aside, it’s more about comfort and safety, assuming the weight penalty isn’t too grand. If you …
Jul 2016 · Christoph Bayer
The Specialized Camber is neither a purebred competition bike nor an aggressive trail bike, so what exactly is it? Could it represent the compromise?
Apr 2016 · Tom Marvin
A superbly thought-out high-speed, low-stress all-rounder for fans of traditional handling. Buy if you want a fantastically well-rounded trail bike that oozes traditional virtues
Capable and consistently controlled considering its travel and initially twitchy feel, neutrally-efficient pedalling, low weight and 29er wheels maximise speed and shrink distance, outstandingly user-friendly details
We’d like it even more with a slacker head angle and stiffer fork for opening up its aggro potential
Feb 2016
Now a few seasons into its evolution, the Camber platform has seen some big changes for 2016; it’s now available in both 650B and 29er wheel sizes, with two different travel lengths (130mm for 650B, 120mm for 29″ wheels), and the frame and shock technology has leapt ahead massively. Our test bike is the 120mm-travel Expert …
Excellent efficiency.
Incredibly slick construction.
Innovative storage solutions.
Feature packed!
Small chain ring won't suit every trail.
Jul 2015 · Francis Cebedo
The Camber has upped its climbing prowess with the integration of the new Brain rear shock and the RockShox RS-1 fork. But does it come at the expense of descending ability? - Mtbr.com
Jul 2015 · Ron Koch
New bike borrows from the Epic and the Stumpjumper so you can ride fast and tackle tough trails
| Frame | FACT 9m carbon, Trail 29 Geometry, FACT IS carbon construction, M5 alloy rear triangle, SWAT Door integration, internal cable routing, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, Brain shock mount, replaceable derailleur hanger, 120mm travel BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX 34 Performance 29, 120mm travel, 3-position lever adjust, tapered steerer, 44mm offset, 15mm thru axle Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX/Specialized remote Position-Sensitive Mini Brain, AUTOSAG, Spike Valve, Brain Fade adjust I-Valve, 205x53mm Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM, PF30, OS press-in bearings, sealed cartridge |
| Headset | 1-1/8"" upper, 1-1/2"" lower, threadless, Campy style, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Specialized Stout XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, anti-corrosion hardware |
| Handlebar | Specialized, 7050 alloy, 8-backsweep, 6-upsweep, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Henge Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Command Post IRcc, cruiser control technology, micro-adjust height adjustable, alien head design, bottom mount cable routing, remote adjust SRL lever, 30.9mm, S: 100mm travel, M/L/XL: 125mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Nylon, CEN std. w/ toe clips |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01, 11-speed, carbon cage |
|---|---|
| Crank | Custom SRAM S-2200, carbon, PF30 spindle, 28T direct mount ring |
| Shifters | SRAM X1, 11-speed, trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1180, 11-speed, 10-42t |
| Chain | SRAM PC-X1, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano Deore XT, Ice-Tech metallic pads, S/M: 180mm rotor, L/XL: 200mm rotor, Rear: Shimano Deore XT, Ice-Tech metallic pads, S/M: 160mm rotor, L/XL: 180mm rotor Type: Shimano XT Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XT, I-spec compatible |
| Rims | Roval Traverse 29, alloy, disc, 29mm inner width, 24/28h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Revolution |
| Front Hub | Roval Traverse, 15/20mm thru-axle, 24h |
| Rear Hub | Roval Traverse 142+, SRAM XX1 XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 28h |
| Tires | Front: Specialized Purgatory Control, 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 29x2.3"", Rear: Specialized Ground Control, 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 29x2.3"" |
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Last updated July 9
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