2020 Specialized

Stumpjumper Expert Carbon 29

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail bike with high-end components.

MSRP$5,920
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 140 / 150mm
ForkFox
ShockFox Float DPX2 Performance
Wheels29″ Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetGX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Insights
Ride Feel

Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
Stumpjumper Expert Carbon 29
Other Trail bikes
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)

26 mph

Stumpjumper Expert Carbon 29

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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Reviews
Beta
The Beta Tests: Specialized Stumpjumper S-Works

Mar 2021 · Simon Stewart

More Epic than Enduro, this new Stumpjumper is a thoroughbred speed machine.

Highs
  • Lively and responsive

  • Precise handling

  • Lightweight

Lows
  • Not as versatile as previous Stumpjumpers

  • Unforgiving of poor setup

  • Flex stays only available on carbon models

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Revolution Mountain Bike Magazine
[R]eviewed // Specialized Stumpjumper Evo Expert

Mar 2021 · Blake Nielsen

‘Total control, unparalleled bump-eating suspension, and a fine-tunable geometry are hallmarks of the all-new Stumpjumper EVO Expert. ‘ Lofty words from Specialized to say the least! Long time [R] tester Blake Nielsen got his hands dirty onboard their new Swiss Army knife of bikes on everything he could, from home trails to Thredbo. Read on! Reviewer // Blake Nielsen   Photos // Matt Staggs Let’s start nice and easy with your first impression of the Evo once it arrived at [R]evo’s […]

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off.road.cc
2021 Specialized Stumpjumper Expert review

Dec 2020

The 2021 Specialized Stumpjumper Expert is a completely refreshed model with updated geometry and – on the carbon models – a new suspension platform with flex stays instead of a lower pivot. In this spec it's an incredible all rounder, though the price is undeniably steep. I guess you do get SWAT, though...

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Bike Perfect
Specialized Stumpjumper Expert review

Oct 2020 · Guy Kesteven

Specialized’s new Stumpjumper is significantly slacker and longer in reach but it’s also shorter in travel, much lighter and loses its rear pivot. New benchmark or still work to do?

Highs
  • Excellent slacker, longer, lower geometry

  • Flowing frame vibe

  • Significantly lighter frame

  • Decent weight

  • SWAT

  • Practical, protective details

  • Sorted kit package

  • Full size range

Lows
  • Surprisingly soft under power

  • Overdamped for most riders

  • Inconsistent mid stroke

  • Tires are dry biased

  • Shorter stem please

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Pinkbike
First Look: Specialized's New Carbon Stumpjumper Ditches the Horst Link

Oct 2020 · Mike Levy

There's been a BIG change, even if the newest Stumpy doesn't look all that different.

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VeloNews
Specialized Stumpjumper — the lightest ever — rips the trails again

Oct 2020 · VeloNews.com

Specialized completely overhauls one of the most venerable mountain bike models, with alloy or carbon models to flatten trails and singletrack.

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Freehub
Bike Review | 2021 Specialized Stumpjumper EVO Expert

Oct 2020 · Spencer Johnson

The storied Specialized Stumpjumper EVO—arguably the most famous mountain bike model in the history of our sport—is back for 2021, and the newest incarnation feels more refined and adjustable than ever before. With a headtube angle that’s adjustable from 65.5 degrees all the way down to 63 degrees, and a bottom bracket with height adjustability from 32 millimeters of drop to a ground-hugging 39 millimeters of drop, the new Stumpjumper EVO Expert we tested comes with multiple geometry options that can radically change its personality on a wide variety of terrain. The 2021 Stumpjumper EVO certainly has retained some of the climbing characteristics of its previous iteration. Specifically, it’s a bike that is far better to climb in the seated position than hammering out of the saddle—a trait attributed to the FSR suspension platform, which gives impressive traction through chunky terrain while climbing in the seated position. While climbing in the seated position, my weight felt balanced between the front and rear wheels, allowing me to stay comfortable and in control on even the steepest of climbs. I found the lowest bottom-bracket setting to be the best for climbing, as it extends the chainstay dimensions, adding to its overall stability. When it came to dialing in the compression on the super-active Fox Float DPX2 Performance Elite shock, I preferred switching it into the middle setting on the climb switch to slightly stiffen the pedaling platform.

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MTB Mag
[Tested] Specialized Stumpjumper EVO Expert

Oct 2020 · Ian Collins

Oh man…Where do we even begin with this one? The last time I tested a Stumpjumper EVO, it was in the shape of something a bit more crude and less refined than the bike we’re about to discuss. To start, the bike was aluminum, had no SWAT storage, and the suspension was a little rough around the edges. However, with cutting edge geometry it would best be described as a utilitarian “shredder’s bike”. At the time that I rode it, I had a few bones to pick, but it did earn the tip of the hat for its aggressive disposition.

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

FACT 11m, full carbon chassis and rear-end, asymmetrical design, 29 Trail Geometry, SWAT™ Door integration, threaded BB, fully enclosed internal cable routing, 12x148mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 140mm of travel

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Fork

FOX FLOAT Performance, GRIP damper, 3-position micro-adjustment, tapered alloy steerer, 44mm offset, 150mm of travel

Travel150mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX FLOAT DPX2 Performance, Rx Trail Tune, EVOL Air sleeve, 3-position adjustment, 210x50mm

Travel140mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, Threaded

Stem

Specialized Trail, forged alloy, 4-bolt, 5mm rise, 40mm

Handlebar

Specialized Trail, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 780mm, 31.8mm clamp

Saddle

Body Geometry Myth 155 S, Body Geometry Henge 143 M/L/XL, hollow cr-mo rails

Seatpost

X-Fusion Manic, infinite adjustable, two-bolt head, bottom mount cable routing, remote SRL LE lever, 34.9mm, S: 125mm, M/L: 150mm, XL: 170mm

TypeDropper

Grips

Deity, Knuckleduster, Black

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed

Crank

SRAM Descendant, Boost™, DUB, 170mm, Steel, 30T

Shifters

SRAM GX Eagle, trigger, 12-speed

Cassette

SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 12-speed, 10-50t

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed

Brakes

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

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Roval Traverse Carbon 29, hookless carbon, 30mm inner width, hand-built, 2Bliss Ready

Spokes

DT Swiss Industry

Front Hub

Roval Traverse Carbon 29, hookless carbon, 30mm inner width, hand-built, 15x110mm spacing, 2Bliss Ready, 28h

Rear Hub

DT Swiss 370, 3-Pawl System, SRAM XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 28h

Tires

Front: Butcher, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.6", Rear: Eliminator, GRID TRAIL casing, GRIPTON® compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"

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