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Rockhopper Sport 27.5

4.8

25 Reviews

All barn-burner and no benchwarmer, the Rockhopper Sport throws out the playbook…

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All barn-burner and no benchwarmer, the Rockhopper Sport throws out the playbook when it comes to putting performance points on the board while playing some serious defense on behalf of your wallet.

Game-ready with Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes, MicroSHIFT shifting and an SR SunTour XCM fork that’s built to hustle, the Rockhopper Sport can tack up the win on any given Sunday—and the rest of the week too for that matter.

  • 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, 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.

  • Pair dead-reliable hubs from Formula with our 25-millimeter internal diameter, hookless Stout rims for a wheelset hat-trick: strong, light and durable.

Technical Specifications

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Frameset

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

Seat Binder

Alloy, quick release, 34.9

Suspension

Fork

SR Suntour XCM 27.5, 30mm stanchions, Rx Tune, coil spring, QR, 80/90/100mm travel (size-specific), 42mm offset

Brakes

Front Brake

Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm

Rear Brake

Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm

Drivetrain

Shift Levers

Microshift, SL-M859R, 2x9

Front Derailleur

microSHIFT FD-M462, 2-speed

Rear Derailleur

Microshift RD-M46L, 9spd

Cassette

SunRace, 9-Speed, 11-36t

Chain

KMC X9EPT, 9-speed, anti-corrosion coating w/ reusable Missing Link™

Crankset

Stout 2x, forged alloy

Bottom Bracket

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

Wheels & Tires

Rims

Specialized alloy, disc only, double-wall, 25mm inner width, 32h

Front Hub

Formula 6-Bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release, 32H

Rear Hub

Formula SP-2125, 6-Bolt freehub, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release

Spokes

Stainless, 14g

Front Tire

Fast Trak Sport, 27.5 x 2.35"

Rear Tire

Fast Trak Sport, 27.5 x 2.35"

Inner Tubes

Schrader, 40mm valve

Cockpit

Stem

3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 7-degree rise

Handlebars

Stout Mini Rise, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm

Grips

Specialized MTB Grip, lock-on

Saddle

Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155/143mm

SeatPost

Alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm

Accessories

Pedals

Specialized Platform Pedal

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Geometry

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XSSM
Crank Length165mm170mm170mm
Handlebar Width700mm720mm740mm
Stem Length40mm40mm60mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm143mm
Seatpost Length300mm350mm400mm
Stack559mm573mm589mm
Fork Length (full)475mm485mm495mm
Fork Rake/Offset42mm42mm42mm
Bike Stand-Over Height658mm695mm735mm
Head-Tube Length95mm100mm105mm
Head-Tube Angle68°68°68°
B-B Height310mm310mm310mm
Trail97mm97mm97mm
B-B Drop43mm43mm43mm
Seat-Tube Length310mm350mm400mm
Front-Center630mm656mm682mm
Top-Tube Length (horizontal)541mm565mm589mm
Reach375mm395mm415mm
Chain-Stay Length440mm440mm440mm
Wheelbase1067mm1092mm1118mm
Seat-Tube Angle73.5°73.5°73.5°
Geometry

Manual Downloads

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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (All Languages)
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2022 Rider/Bike Weight Limits and Terrain Conditions
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual Addendum: Riding With Kids
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Chinese Simplified)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Dutch)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (English)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Finnish)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (German)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Greek)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Hungarian)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Italian)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Japanese)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Korean)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Latvian)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Norwegian)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Polish)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Portuguese)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Romanian)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Russian)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Slovakian)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Slovenian)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Spanish)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Turkish)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (All Languages)
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Trainer Usage Addendum to the Bicycle Owner's Manual
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Rider Reviews

4.8

25 Reviews

 

Great All-Around Bike

This bike is awesome for just going out and riding for fun. One problem, the gears don’t always shift very smoothly. Other than that, the bike is great!


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Steven

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Son bicicletas increíbles muy buena

Son bicicletas increíbles muy buena calidad.


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Israel R.

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Didn’t expect to have to adjust the derailleur as soon as I got home

The specialized customer service representative gave me the impression that I could ride my bicycle immediately after picking it up from the Authorized Speciialized dealer is Basalt, but to my dismay I went to ride my new bike and the derailleurs need to be adjusted the gears were slipping , slapping and was far to dangerous to ride… W was told that the authorized dealer would prepare my bicycle for riding, I did purchase bottle holders for the bike at the shop and also asked about the price of maintenance knowing full well that after the break in period I would need to go back and have things adjusted maybe it was because I did NOT purchase a 5000$ bike … bike good.. service at authorized specialized dealer… NOT SO GOOD


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Snyder C.

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great bike

my first specialized bike, wish i had bought one sooner


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Robert C.

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BEST BIKE I HAVE EVER BOUGHT !!!!!!!!

i love the bike it is very easy, versatile, fun, and affordable bike to take on trails. my older brother has the expert one and we ride on our favorite trails together.


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Malia l.

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Sleek and stylish ...beautifully crafted

Sleek and stylish ...beautifully crafted love my rockhopper


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Drennan G.

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Not typical orange

This is a nice bike for the cost, but the Blaze color is not like the website photos. In natural sunlight, it is distinctly a pink-orange, like shrimp. In artificial light it looks more like a tangerine, like the photos. If you don’t like shrimp-like orange, don’t get the Blaze. Specialized should use more representative photos on the website.


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Pat

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Great bike with great components.

Great bike with great components. My son loves it!


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Bryce J.

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Rockhopper

Best investment


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Onte P.

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Best bike I've owned. All

Best bike I've owned. All the components are high end, even for an entry level bike. Can be upgraded, but you can still have a great ride straight out the box. Highly recommend the 27.5". Incredibly responsive, light, and handles like a dream.


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Taylor L.

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La mejor para iniciar en MTB

Recomendada al 💯


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Guest G.

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10/10

the best bike I have ever purchased


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jaiden

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excelente bicicleta

muy buena bicicleta suave y ligera, ha respondido bastante bien en todos los terrenos


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JESUS L.

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excelente bicicleta

muy buena bicicleta bastante suave y ligera, ha respondido bastante bien en todos los terrenos


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JESUS L.

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Perfect for entry level mountain bike!!

Beautiful mountain bike for my lil guy! Very simple to assemble and adjust gear shifting. Still a ton of snow on the ground and I can’t keep him off of the bike, he loves it!!


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Eric c.

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Good components especially for the

Good components especially for the sale price and great ride. I have always rode Specialized with the exception of one Trek. Love this rockhopper. The only two things I changed is the saddle and pedals. I purchased a separate upgraded saddle and powergrip pedals. Very easy to put together when delivered. Company provides good directions and a video you can watch if you’re unsure. Plus they have even thought ahead and use the box as the anchor for the bike while assembling if you don’t have a bike stand.


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Jeff S.

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Great bike, my daughter loves

Great bike, my daughter loves it!!!


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Anita L.

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Great bike and great customer

Great bike and great customer service!


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Guest G.

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I ordered my bike online

I ordered my bike online and was pleasantly surprised to have it arrive in my local bike store in just 5 days. The whole process was super easy!


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Guest G.

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Great service, friendly staff who

Great service, friendly staff who actually call you back, accurate shipping and an unreal bike for my son. They even customised the seat so it would fit his current height. Legends. 🤙


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Guest G.

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wonderfull intro bike for kids getting into mountain biking

for a hard tail this bike stood up to all the abuse i gave, no matter what i was doing wether it was 5 ft drops to flat on concrete or overshooting a kicker this bike is great


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Matthew

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Great Beginners Bike

Ive had my bike for about two weeks now, and so far so good. I love how smooth it is on the road. i would definitely recommend this bike.


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Marlene

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Great Entry Level Bike!

Great entry level bike, get the job done when climbing 5-10% grade. Good bike for moderate trails with some decent descends. Would highly recommend if starting out on a budget.


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David

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Fun All Round Bike

I got this bike instead of a hybrid. This offered more cushion while riding on poor roads, performs well on laid out trials and is plain fun. Of all the bikes I tested, this was the most fun. I test rode it and couldn’t stop smiling. I swapped for a decent road tires and now can take it to work. If you are not sure what bike to buy, get this!


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Hars

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Best Bike Ever

Best bike I got through my whole life. Very sturdy, comfortable and feels so soft to ride!


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Mohamed

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