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S-Works Camber 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 | RockShox |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | XX1 |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR 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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Jul 2017 · Alan Muldoon
The 2017 Specialized Camber Comp 29 is still a rapid, fun bike though, and with tweaks to the specification it could bump it’s rating up a notch.
Fast, fun ride.
Rear suspension lack support.
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
Mar 2016
The smartly redesigned Specialized Camber Comp 29 proves that the ‘Big Red S’ actually stands for ‘Slayer.’
Oct 2015 · McCoy
The Camber is an efficient trailbike for a rider who wants a bike with cross-country roots that offers slightly more aggressive angles...
| Frame | FACT 11m, full carbon chassis and rear end, Trail Geometry, SWAT™ Door integration, PF30 BB, fully enclosed internal cable routing, Concentric Pivot link, 12x142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 120mm of travel BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox RS-1 29, Solo Air spring, 120mm of travel, compression adjust, rebound adjust, Spike Valve, inverted design, 1-pc. tapered carbon crown/steerer/uppers, 46mm offset, 15mm Maxle Ultimate thru-axle Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX/Specialized remote Position-Sensitive Mini BRAIN, AUTOSAG, Spike Valve, BRAIN Fade adjust I-Valve, Kashima coating, 205x53mm Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearings |
| Headset | 1-1/8"" upper, 1-1/2"" lower, threadless, Campy style, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Syntace F109, 6-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp |
| Handlebar | Specialized Trail, FACT carbon, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 27mm rise, 750mm width, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Henge Expert, hollow titanium rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Command Post IRcc, 12 position micro-height adjustable, alien head design, bottom mount cable routing, remote adjust SRL lever, 30.9mm, S: 100mm, M/L/XL: 125mm travel Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XX1 rear derailleur, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Shifters | SRAM XX1, 11-speed, trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM XX1 cassette, 11-speed, 10-42t |
| Chain | SRAM PC-XX1 chain, PowerLink, 11-speed |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano XTR, hydraulic disc, Ti-metallic pads, S/M: 180mm Ice-Tech rotor, L/XL: 200mm Ice-Tech rotor, Rear: Shimano XTR, hydraulic disc, Ti-metallic pads, S/M: 160mm Ice-Tech rotor, L/XL: 180mm Ice-Tech rotor Type: Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XTR, carbon lever, I-spec |
| Rims | Roval Traverse SL 29, carbon, disc, 30mm inner width, 24/28H |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Revolution |
| Front Hub | Roval Traverse, sealed cartridge bearings, 15mm thru-axle, 100mm spacing, 24h |
| Rear Hub | Roval Traverse SL, DT Swiss Star Ratchet, 54t engagement, SRAM XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 142mm spacing, 28h |
| Tires | Front: Purgatory, Control casing, 29x2.3"", 60TPI, Aramid folding bead, 2Bliss Ready, Rear: Ground Control, Control casing, 29x2.3"", 60TPI, Aramid folding bead, 2Bliss Ready |
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