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S-Works Enduro 650b Frame
A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro frameset.
| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 170mm rear |
| Shock | Öhlins |
| Wheels | 27.5″ |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Specialized Enduro is celebrated for its impressive climbing and descending capabilities, with a design that balances stability on rough descents with efficient uphill performance. Its updated geometry and suspension tuning, including models with Ohlins components, receive high marks for handling and comfort. However, some reviews note concerns with component specs like dropper post travel and shock setup, as well as the bike's weight in certain builds.
Impressive climbing and descending capability
Updated geometry and suspension tuning
Stable on rough descents
Good value for the price
Versatile for a wide variety of riding
Base-model spec can’t hide the weight felt in the wheels and drivetrain
Desire for a firmer shock setting for climbing
Command Post dropper post is unrefined and has short travel
The consensus on the Comp 29 was that it was nearly as impressive climbing challenging terrain as it was descending it.
BIKE MagazineThe new Enduro linkage is more robust, claims Specialized, and every pivot uses the same bearing size.Bicycling
Ohlins new RXF 36 fork is seriously impressive and superbly composed, even when the trail gets properly choppy
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Jun 2018 · Ben Gerrish
Specialized had already redesigned its popular Enduro platform for 2017, but the big-S (well, one of the Big-S’s anyway) decided it could go one better for 2018. With a new...
Apr 2018
The iconic Specialized Enduro 29er has always been a good bike for hard riding, but this long-legged classic just got better thanks to tweaked frame geometry. Despite some minor issues and compromises, it really is some machine and a massive leap in the right direction. Get the best mountain bike for you with our buyer's guide Review: Scott Genius 920 - progressively shaped, lightweight long travel trail 29er When should you replace your bicycle helmet?
Mar 2018 · Bturman
A burly build kit, dual coil suspension, excellent attention to detail, and convenient features make the updated Enduro Coil 29 a surefire bet for experienced riders looking to let it rip.
Aug 2017 · Daniel Sapp
Specialized’s 160mm trail bike gets an updated and adjustable geometry, a new link, new seat-post, and other spec changes for both wheel sizes.
Aug 2017 · Tyler Benedict
After reviewing a few key changes to make the bikes more modern, the 2018 Specialized Enduro mountain bikes looked great on paper, but we wanted to get them out on the trail. This was actually my first ride on an Enduro, so I was really keen to get aboard and see why so many people …
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.
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.
| Frame | FACT 11m, X-Wing layout, full carbon chassis and rear end, All-Mountain Geometry, SWAT™ Door integration, threaded BB, fully enclosed internal cable routing, ManFu link, oversized pivot bearings, 12x148mm dropouts, replaceable derailleur hanger, 170mm of travel BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded |
|---|---|
| Shock | Custom Öhlins STX, Single Tube design, Rx All-Mountain Tune, 3rd Chamber air spring technology, AUTOSAG, adjustable compression & rebound damping, 216x57mm Travel: 170mm |
| Bottom Bracket | BSA, 73mm, threaded |
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