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Enduro Expert Carbon 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 RC |
| Shock | Öhlins |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | X01, X1 |
| Brakes | SRAM Guide RS Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
Summary
The Specialized Enduro is praised for its versatile performance, excelling in both climbing and descending with updated geometry and increased suspension travel. It features dual wheel size compatibility, a robust linkage system, and practical additions like the SWAT storage compartment. Reviewers highlight its capability as a do-it-all trail bike that handles rough terrain with confidence.
Excellent descending capabilities
Improved climbing performance
Dual wheel size compatibility
SWAT storage compartment
Robust suspension and updated geometry
High price tag
Limited dropper post travel on some models
Rear suspension can feel too active in open mode
Front end lethargy on tight turns
The new Enduro linkage is more robust, claims Specialized, and every pivot uses the same bearing size.Bicycling
The Enduro 29 felt like a full-blown downhill bike.
BIKE MagazineOhlins new RXF 36 fork is seriously impressive and superbly composed, even when the trail gets properly choppy.
BikeRadarThe Enduro is a bike that loves to be hussled, the more you push, the more performance is unleashed.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineMake no mistake though; the Enduro isn’t just a one trick pony. It’s agile too, and can be danced through a rock garden or popped over roots by simply dropping your heels and preloading the suspension.
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May 2017
The frozen tendrils of a protracted winter have at last released their tenacious grasp, and we’re again able to ride our beloved trails free of the icy death. Time to wrap up the Specialized Enduro 29 long term review. As is our typical review format, if you’re looking for more spec related detail on this bike, check out my first impressions bit, and/or Pete’s coverage of the product launch. Now let's begin.
Feb 2017 · McCoy
The Specialized Enduro is the perfect tool for ripping downhill
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 · Matt Phillips
The Big E is bigger and badder than ever
May 2016 · Ross Bell
The Specialized Enduro Expert Carbon 29 is a lot of bike, but would it prove justified or just plain overkill for most riders?
Apr 2016 · Alan Muldoon
The Specialized Enduro Expert carbon 650b boasts amazing suspension thanks to Ohlins but is unfortunately let down by limited sizing.
Bomber-solid package with amazing suspension
XC stem and limited size range
Jan 2016 · Sjones
The baddest 150mm 29" enduro bike in the world
| Frame | FACT IS-X 11m carbon, 29 geometry, FACT IS construction, FACT carbon front triangle, M5 alloy rear triangle, tapered head tube, PF30 BB, internal Command Post IR routing, 142mm dropouts, full cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 155mm travel BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Pike RC 29, Solo Air spring, 160mm travel, compression adjust, rebound adjust, tapered steerer, 46mm offset, 15mm Maxle Ultimate thru-axle Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Öhlins, single tube, 3rd Chamber air spring technology, adjustable compression & rebound damping, 215.9x57.2mm Travel: 155mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearings |
| Headset | Hella Flush, 1-1/8"" and 1-1/2"" threadless, Campy style upper w/ 1-1/2"" lower, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, 45/60/75/90/105mm |
| Handlebar | Specialized, 7050 alloy, 8-backsweep, 6-upsweep, 10mm rise, 780mm width, 31.8mm clamp |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Henge Expert, hollow Ti 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 of travel, M/L/XL: 125mm Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | Resin Test Ride w/toe clips |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 rear derailleur, X-Horizon, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | Custom SRAM S-2200, carbon, PF30 spindle, 30T, 94mm BCD spider |
| Shifters | SRAM X1, 11-speed, trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM X01 cassette, 11-speed, 10-42t |
| Chain | SRAM PC-X1 chain, PowerLock, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Guide R lever, hydraulic disc, metallic pads, Guide RS caliper, 200mm Centerline rotor, Rear: SRAM Guide RS lever, hydraulic disc, metallic pads, 180mm Centerline rotor, Guide S4 caliper Type: SRAM Guide RS Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Guide RS, alloy lever, reach adjust |
| 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: Butcher Control 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"", 60TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, Rear: Slaughter Control 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3""60TPI, folding bead |
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Last updated July 9
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