Gloss Silver Dust / Satin Burnt Gold Metallic

Satin Cast Blue Metallic / Gloss Astral Blue

Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindle

Front: Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, XS-M 27.5: 160mm, M-XXL 29: 180mm, Rear: Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 160mm

RockShox Judy, Solo Air, Turnkey damper, 46mm offset, QR, 80/90/100mm travel (size-specific), alloy steerer

Specialized A1 premium butted alloy, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger, stealth rack mounts, dropper post compatible

Formula DC-20, 6-Bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release

Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm

Specialized Body Geometry Fitness, Platform, Plastic

Formula DC-22, 6-Bolt freehub, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release

Specialized Alloy, hookless, Tubeless ready, 25mm inner width

Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise

Front: Ground Control 2BR 27.5/29X2.35, Rear: Ground Control 2BR 27.5/29X2.35

IconExcuse the brag, but we’ve really outdone ourselves here. Proving that true trail-taming capability doesn’t have to come at an intimidating price—the Rockhopper Expert is the culmination of 30 years of redefining the relationship between value and performance.Start with a painstakingly engineered Premium A1 Aluminum frame, add in modern geometry that keeps one eye on efficiency and the other on confident capability, and you have the rock-solid foundation of our best Rockhopper yet.Pair that with a parts list that just doesn’t quit (can we get a shoutout for RockShox’s Judy SoloAir fork and Shimanos’s always-in-charge MT-200 hydraulic disc brakes?), and you have a tubeless-ready, SRAM NX 1x12-equipped Rockhopper that’s absolutely prepared to fly.A heart of gold, presented in our lightweight yet durable Premium A1 Aluminum, the Rockhopper’s butted aluminum frame features hydroformed top and downtubes to keep weight low and strength high, all while providing increased standover clearance, slick internal cable routing, and dropper-post compatibility.To ensure that the Rockhopper offers both the best fit and best performance for every person, no matter their measure, we’ve paired each Rockhopper frame size with the optimal wheel size. The result is a Rockhopper to fit every rider and the assurance that every Rockhopper is rolling on the best-handling wheel for its frame size. Beautifully beastly, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes pack a mean bite but deliver their power with a refined, intuitive feel to make for a package that punches way above its pay grade.Keep things simple with a durable 1x SRAM drivetrain with plenty of range and a clutch-equipped rear derailleur that keeps your ride quiet—and your chain on. Pair dead-reliable hubs from Formula with our 25-millimeter internal diameter, hookless Stout rims for a strong, light, and durable wheelset hat trick.

MSRP	$1,299
Where to Buy	$1,299 At Specialized
Category	Crosscountry
Weight	28.9 lbs
	4.5
Frame	Aluminum
	RockShox Judy
Wheels	Aluminum
Wheel Size	27.5″ / 29″
	Shimano Hydraulic Disc


	NX Eagle, SX Eagle
Drivetrain	1 × 12
Suspension	Hardtail
Front Travel	100mm
Brand Site	specialized.com
Summary	The Specialized Rockhopper Expert is a 27.5″ / 29″ aluminum frame hardtail crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.

Frame	Specialized A1 premium butted alloy, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger, stealth rack mounts, dropper post compatible Colors: Gloss Silver Dust / Satin Burnt Gold Metallic; Satin Cast Blue Metallic / Gloss Astral Blue
Fork	RockShox Judy, Solo Air, Turnkey damper, 46mm offset, QR, 80/90/100mm travel (size-specific), alloy steerer Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air
Bottom Bracket	Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindle
Stem	Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise
Handlebar	Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Saddle	Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155/143mm
Seatpost	Alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm Type: Rigid
Pedals	Specialized Body Geometry Fitness, Platform, Plastic
Grips	Specialized Trail Grips, lock-on

Rear Derailleur	SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Crank	Stylo Cranks
Shifters	SRAM SX Eagle, trigger, 12-speed
Cassette	SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50t
Chain	SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
Brakes	Front: Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, XS-M 27.5: 160mm, M-XXL 29: 180mm, Rear: Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 160mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc

Rims	Specialized Alloy, hookless, Tubeless ready, 25mm inner width
Spokes	Stainless, 14g
Front Hub	Formula DC-20, 6-Bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release
Rear Hub	Formula DC-22, 6-Bolt freehub, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release
Tires	Front: Ground Control 2BR 27.5/29X2.35, Rear: Ground Control 2BR 27.5/29X2.35