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2018 Specialized

Enduro Pro 650b

A 27.5″ carbon frame full suspension enduro bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

$6,500
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 170 / 170mm
ForkÖhlins RXF36
ShockÖhlins
Wheels27.5″ Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetTruvativ Descendant Carbon, X01 Eagle
BrakesSRAM Code R Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Enduro Pro 650b
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

25 mph

Enduro Pro 650b

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Summary

The Specialized Enduro is a high-performance enduro bike praised for its efficient climbing, stable descending, and intuitive handling. It features updated geometry and adjustable suspension, making it versatile for various terrains. However, some models require significant tuning, and the dropper post has been noted for its limitations.

Pros
  • Efficient climbing performance

  • Stable and confident descending

  • Intuitive handling in corners and technical sections

  • Adjustable geometry for versatile riding

  • Sophisticated suspension systems

Cons
  • Suspension may require significant tuning

  • Dropper post issues with tilt and range

  • Rebound damping problems in some models

  • Stiff ride may not suit all riders

Key Quotes
The 170-millimeter-travel chassis ascends as if it has 20 millimeters less squish than it does.
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Fast, agile and seriously capable, the new Enduro is hard not to like.
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Few bikes are as race-ready for elite level enduro as this one.
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Loam Wolf
First Ride: Specialized Enduro S-Works

Aug 2019

First Ride Specialized Enduro S-Works Words & Photos by Nic Hall Going into Crankworx this year, my goal was to get as much time on as many bikes as possible. When Specialized asked us to meet them at their demo tent to take

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Pinkbike
First Ride: The 2020 Specialized Enduro is Bigger & Burlier Than Ever

Aug 2019 · Mike Kazimer

The new Enduro has 170mm of travel and a suspension design borrowed from the Demo downhill bike.

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BikeRadar
Specialized Enduro Pro 29 first ride review

Jun 2018 · Rob Weaver

5 degrees, but it’s the change in bottom-bracket height that makes the biggest difference on the trail, dropping the bike down by 8mm to 345mm. . .

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Singletrack World
Review: Specialized goes #fullenduro for 2018 with the longer, lower, 170mm travel Enduro Elite 650B

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...

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off.road.cc
Specialized Enduro Comp 29/6Fattie review

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?

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Vital MTB
2018 Specialized Enduro Coil 29/6Fattie

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.

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Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Specialized Enduro 29 Pro Review

Feb 2018 · Christoph Bayer

“Evolution instead of revolution” is the motto of the new Specialized Enduro 29 Pro. Rather than completely throwing the frame design overboard, the Specialized team continues to rely on its proven concept and gives the bike some detailed enhancements instead. Is it enough to stand out from the competition? For an overview of the test […]

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MTBR
2018 Specialized Enduro dream build

Feb 2018 · John Bennett

Ground-hugging performance, enough squish for a magic carpet-like ride and total silence. Meet our custom Specialized Enduro. - Mtbr.com

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

FACT IS-X 11m Carbon FSR 27.5 chassis w/ SWAT™ down tube storage, 170mm of travel, carbon seatstays, carbon 27.5 chainstays, tapered head tube, alloy link & adjustable shock extension, 148mm rear dropouts

Fork

Öhlins RXF 36 27.5, Twin-Tube design, air spring w/ adjustable 3rd chamber, adjustable high and low-speed compression, adjustable rebound, 15x110mm thru-axle, 46mm offset, 170mm of travel

Travel170mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

Custom Öhlins STX, Single-Tube design, Rx All Mountain Tune, AUTOSAG, adjustable compression & rebound damping, 216x57mm

Travel170mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM GXP, XR 73

Stem

Specialized Trail, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise

Handlebar

Specialized DH, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 800mm, 31.8mm clamp

Saddle

Body Geometry Henge Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm

Seatpost

Command Post IRcc WU, 12-position micro-height adjustable, alien head design, bottom mount cable routing, remote adjust SRL lever, 34.9mm, 150mm of travel

TypeDropper

Pedals

Specialized Platform, Cr-Mo, 9/16" spindle

Grips

Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed

Crank

Truvativ Descendant, carbon, Boost™ 148, 170mm crankarm, 24mm spindle, Steel, 30T

Shifters

SRAM X01 Eagle, trigger, 12-speed

Cassette

SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed, 10-50t

Chain

SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed w/ PowerLock

Brakes

Front: SRAM Code R, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, metallic pads, 200mm rotor, Rear: SRAM Code R, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, metallic pads, 180mm rotor

TypeSRAM Code R Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Roval Traverse Carbon 27.5, hookless carbon, 30mm inner width, 24/28h, tubeless ready, hand-built

Spokes

DT Swiss Revolution

Front Hub

Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm spacing, 24h

Rear Hub

DT Swiss 350, Star Ratchet, 36t engagement, SRAM XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 28h

Tires

Front: Butcher, GRID casing, Gripton compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5 x 2.6", Rear: Butcher, GRID casing, Gripton compound, 2Bliss Ready, 27.5 x 2.6"

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