The Rockhopper has been a game-changer for my 7-year-old. The bike fits him like a glove, and it's transformed how confidently he navigates the terrain. The gears are intuitive for him, and the bike's weight strikes the perfect balance for tackling hills and keeping up with his energy. However, potential buyers should note that the BLAZE model's color might not match expectations—it's more like an orange sherbet than a bold orange. So, while photos might not accurately convey its hue, rest assured, the ride itself exceeds expectations.

Ordered the orange bike for my son at a store. Went to pick it up and it is not orange but pink. The pictures are very misleading. Luckily the bike store had a green bike and was willing to swap it out.

Within one year of owning we had to replace both breaks, rebuild free hub twice. So much potential but the components of the bike are garbage. Between the bike, labor costs and replacement parts I would have been better off buying a Trailcraft.

Beware the Orange color in person is more of a pinkish color. Very different from the solid orange on the website. I had to return as my son noticed immediately. Customer Service confirmed I loose $70 dollars in shipping. I'm seeing other reviews showing the online colors are known customer complaints which is concerning that the Website has not been updated for Green as well. No Specialized store near me. I consider myself a reasonable shopper but this is a bit deceitful. Burned once so going to continue local shopping.

It’s a great kids bike for the size and I’d still recommend. However, add $150 to the price (and more $ if you need to hire a shop to install new brakes) as you will have to replace the Radius brakes that come spec’d. Disappointed Specialized still specs this bike with brakes with a known and common manufacturing defect. With the initial lever squeeze, the lever goes all the way to the handle bar. On the second or third squeeze it finally catches. Completely unacceptable for a kid learning to brake. Search “Radius brake issue” and you’ll see. A brake bleed doesn’t solve the issue.

A great bike for my son who just turned 9 - we enjoyed putting it together for his birthday. And he can grow into it. He’s very tall for a 9 year old so this bike is probably suited for a 10-11 year old. The knobby tires slows him down ( a good thing) from his rip rock 20” which had smoother tires. The only negative is no kickstand or bottom brackets or treads to attach one. -but I understand this is a real mountain bike and not a street bike.

Fender looks good but weak connection point. Double check all bolts, rear axle was cross threaded from the factory. Warrantied without question but I caught the issue before it was ever used

great bike! it looks super slick, too! my 7 year old is obsessed!

This bike has great features and qualities

My 6 year old was able to grasp riding his bike in 2 weeks exactly, no training wheels. This bike is smooth riding and sleek. My son picked out the gloss blaze/black color. It’s a bright nice color and he gets lots of compliments.

Great bike with a clean and simple look to it. The components are quality in the right places with the drivetrain, brakes, and tires.

I bought this bike to my son, whom is 6, a couple of months ago. We are hitting the trails in Florida about 3 to 4 times a week. The geometry is nothing like the stuff other companies offer for kids out there. He handles this bike incredible. No need for the extra weight of suspension fork. At some point I needed support and contacted C.S. and got connected to Joshua; wowww, excellent service and the responses are always positive. This bike is an investment! A true rideable bike for kids!