Biyernes, Marso 1, 2013

Specialized Rockhopper 29 - At a Glance

Specialized Rockhopper 29

The specialized Rockhopper 29 is a bike that is launched for active and adventurous riders who want to go beyond the regular tracks to the unknown extreme roads and is given the last test ride in the $1000 bikes category. This outstanding bike is provided with special provisions and apparatus that are meant for a daring and fiery ride. If you are a new super rider who wants to explore the horizons, then it is rightly made for you. The price of $940 for this exclusive bike is quite affordable for the new sporties as for the beginner's there is no tax and discount on accessories, thus enabling them to come up with both a bike and a helmet within the cost of $ 1,000.

With the unique features of durability, less weight, and quality the manufacturers of the specialized Rockhopper 29 bike have triumphed in their motto of putting forth an irresistible bike for a rocking ride. This bike has been approved after its successful test. The standard used in it are found all around and all the parts of it are easily available. The drivetrains that are used is a mixture of Shimano Alivio and Acara which are reasonable and working. As the Derailler of the Alivio was in a good condition they were not changed during the test ride and as the cables were free from contamination they were kept as it is.


SR Suntour cranks having an octalink bottom bracket are set up within a frame. There is no break or sound in the bottom bracket though there are more than two creek crossings. The noise free feature of this product makes it an irresistible buy. If someone really hates the noise, then he or she should go for this product.


Moreover the added benefit is that the size of the chainrings are frequently used104 outer BCD (bolt circle diameter) which proves to be very helpful for new learners to get on rocks and logs and if damaged they can be easily replaced. The wheels of the Rockhopper's are heavy, as similar as the other bikes of its test group. This bike used the 32 hole cross 3 lacing method, thus securing it from a long term maintenance. The brakes that are used are hard solid reliable brakes of Tetro Draco. They are solid dependable brakes. The brakes are extremely powerful and perfect for an active rider. The action comes pretty good with the SR Suntour fork having 30 mm stanchions, and is solid in structure. The bigger riders require an extra strong string and the smaller ones below 140 pounds should lighten the spring according to their comfort. The Specialized cockpit parts are with 700 mm wide bar along with a 10 degree bend. The saddle is another specialized part of rockhopper but not available in markets normally specially on websites.

The Specialized Rockhopper 29  is a good structured bike with a good frame and it is easily upgradable with the readily available parts in markets or websites. Its parts are all comfortable to ride with and full safety precautions are also checked during the test.

Specialized Rockhopper 29 Review

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