2022 SPECIALIZED ROCKHOPPER EXPERT 27.5 - PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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The 2022 Specialized Rockhopper Expert 27.5 is for 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 SRAM’s always-in-charge Level hydraulic disc brakes?) and you have a tubeless-ready, SRAM Eagle 1x12-equipped Rockhopper that’s absolutely prepared to fly.
2022 SPECIALIZED ROCKHOPPER EXPERT 27.5 FEATURES & TECHNOLOGY
A heart of gold, presented in our lightweight yet durable Premium A1 Aluminum, the Rockhopper’s butted aluminum frame features hydroformed top and downtubes in order to keep weight low and strength high, all while providing increased standover clearance, slick internal cable routing and dropper-post compatibility.
With the goal of making sure 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.
Bringing our Rx Tune to Rockhopper for the very first time, the lockout-equipped SR Suntour XCM with custom Multi-Circuit damping brings size-specific travel and spring rates to the show in a performance that’s sure to impress while also ensuring consistent geometry, handling and suspension performance, regardless of frame or wheel size.
Beautifully beastly, SRAM Level 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 MicroSHIFT drivetrain that offers plenty of range along with a clutch-equipped rear derailleur that keeps your ride quite—and your chain on.
Pair dead-reliable hubs from Formula with our 25-millimeter internal diameter, hookless Stout rims for a wheelset hat-trick: strong, light and durable.
Frameset |
- Seat Binder
Alloy, quick release, 34.9
- 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
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Cockpit |
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- SeatPost
Alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
- Saddle
Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155/143mm
- Grips
Specialized MTB Grip, lock-on
- Handlebars
Stout Mini Rise, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
- Stem
3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 7-degree rise
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Drivetrain |
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- Bottom Bracket
SRAM Powerspline
- Crankset
SRAM SX Eagle, Powerspline
- Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
- Cassette
SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50t
- Shift Levers
SRAM SX Eagle, trigger, 12-speed
- Rear Derailleur
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
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Accessories |
Pedals SBC-54 Flat pedal
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Wheels |
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- Inner Tubes
Presta, 40mm valve
- Rear Tire
Fast Trak Control 2Bliss Ready T5, 27.5x2.35"
- Front Tire
Fast Trak Control 2Bliss Ready T5, 27.5x2.35"
- Rear Hub
Formula DC-22, 6-Bolt freehub, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release
- Front Hub
Formula DC-20, 6-Bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release
- Rims
Specialized Alloy, hookless, Tubeless ready, 25mm inner width
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GEOMETRY
Size |
XS |
S |
M |
Crank Length |
165 |
170 |
170 |
Handlebar Width |
700 |
720 |
740 |
Stem Length |
40 |
40 |
60 |
Saddle Width |
155 |
155 |
143 |
Seatpost Length |
300 |
350 |
400 |
Stack |
559 |
573 |
589 |
Fork Length (full) |
475 |
485 |
495 |
Fork Rake/Offset |
42 |
42 |
42 |
Bike Stand-Over Height |
658 |
695 |
735 |
Head-Tube Length |
95 |
100 |
105 |
Head-Tube Angle |
68 |
68 |
68 |
B-B Height |
310 |
310 |
310 |
Trail |
97 |
97 |
97 |
B-B Drop |
43 |
43 |
43 |
Seat-Tube Length |
310 |
350 |
400 |
Front-Center |
630 |
656 |
682 |
Top-Tube Length (horizontal) |
541 |
565 |
589 |
Reach |
375 |
395 |
415 |
Chain-Stay Length |
440 |
440 |
440 |
Wheelbase |
1067 |
1092 |
1118 |
Seat-Tube Angle |
73.5 |
73.5 |
73.5 |
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
Rear Derailleur:
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed
Crankset:
SRAM SX Eagle, Powerspline
Cassette:
SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50t
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
Rims:
Specialized Alloy, hookless, Tubeless ready, 25mm inner width
Front Tire:
Fast Trak Control 2Bliss Ready T5, 27.5x2.35"
Rear Tire:
Fast Trak Control 2Bliss Ready T5, 27.5x2.35"
Rear Shock:
RockShox Judy
Fork:
RockShox Judy, Solo Air, Turnkey damper, 42mm offset, QR, 80/90/100mm travel (size-specific), alloy steerer
Front Brake:
SRAM Level, hydraulic disc, 180/160mm
Rear Brake:
SRAM Level, hydraulic disc, 160mm