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2020 Specialized

Riprock 20

A 20″ aluminum frame mountain youth bike with mid-range components and mechanical disc brakes.
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Manufacturer Price

MX$14,000($807)
FrameAluminum
SuspensionHardtail, 60mm
ForkSuntour XCT
Wheels20″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 7
GroupsetTourney
BrakesMechanical Disc
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Handling
nimblestable
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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)

16 mph

Riprock 20

Highest gear

(descending)

Reviews

Summary

The Specialized Riprock is a well-designed youth mountain bike that excels in lightweight construction, modern geometry, and kid-specific components, making it an excellent choice for young trail riders. Its slacker geometry, reduced chainstay lengths, and dropped stack heights improve handling and comfort, while the inclusion of hydraulic disc brakes and wide-range cassettes enhances performance. However, some models feature rigid forks, which may limit suspension performance for more aggressive trails.

Pros
  • Lightweight and durable design

  • Modern geometry for improved handling

  • Kid-specific components for comfort and efficiency

  • Hydraulic disc brakes and wide-range cassettes

  • Fun color and graphics designs

Cons
  • Rigid forks on some models limit suspension performance

  • Coaster brake can be challenging for beginners

  • Seat post adjustment requires tools

Key Quotes
Specialized Bicycles has released a new kids bike for 2022, it’s called Riprock.
Mountain Flyer logoMountain Flyer
“Most young riders don’t need suspension forks, and by offering a rigid fork, we’re able to dramatically reduce the bike weight, which ultimately results in a more positive experience for smaller, less powerful riders.”
Pinkbike
Small, yet mighty, the Specialized Riprock 12, previously called the Hotrock 12, is a fun and well-designed little machine capable of getting the youngest and tiniest kids off and riding.
Two Wheeling Tots logoTwo Wheeling Tots

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Mountain Flyer
Specialized Introduces New Kids Riprock With

Oct 2021

Specialized introduces an updated Riprock for young rippers with all the bells and whistles of its classic adult bikes. It has modern geometery and some cool new parts to go with the redesigned frame.

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Pinkbike
Specialized Announces New Riprock Kids' Bikes

Oct 2021 · Mike Kazimer

The new Riprocks have updated geometry and components selected especially for smaller riders.

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Two Wheeling Tots
Specialized Hotrock 16 (Riprock) Review

May 2021 · Natalie Martins

The Specialized Hotrock 16 (Riprock) is our favorite bike-shop bike, but it's pretty pricey for what you get. Read the review for the details.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, single-butted, ZeroStack head tube, 135mm rear hub spacing, forged dropouts, replaceable derailleur hanger

Fork

SR Suntour XCT, coil spring, preload adjust, 60mm of travel

Travel60mm

Spring TypeCoil

Stem

3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, 25.4mm clamp, 60mm

Handlebar

Double-butted alloy, 5-degree backsweep, 25.4mm

Saddle

Specialized Kids' Henge

Seatpost

Alloy, single-bolt, 27.2MM

TypeRigid

Pedals

Nylon platform w/ reflectors

Grips

Specialized, slip-on

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Tourney RD-TX800, 8-speed

Crank

Forged alloy, 127mm, Steel, 30T

Shifters

Shimano Tourney, Revo 7-speed

Cassette

SunRace, 7-Speed, 11-34t

Chain

KMC Z51 EPT, anti-rust coating, 7-speed

Brakes

Front: Mechanical disc, organic pads, 6-bolt, tool-less reach adjust, 160mm, Rear: Mechanical disc, organic pads, 6-bolt, tool-less reach adjust, 160mm

TypeMechanical Disc

Wheels
Rims

24", double-wall aluminum

Spokes

Stainless, 14g

Front Hub

Alloy, 6-bolt disc, 110mm spacing, loose ball bearings, QR, 32h

Rear Hub

Alloy, 6-bolt disc, 135mm spacing, 7-speed freehub, loose ball bearings, QR, 28h

Tires

Front: Big Roller, 60 TPI, wire bead, 20x2.8", Rear: Big Roller, 60 TPI, wire bead, 20x2.8"

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