Specialized S Works Stumpjumper 2013
Specialized offer a complete range of stumpjumper bikes from the base level comp 29 at 3000 right up to this s works version sitting proudly at the top of the range.
Specialized s works stumpjumper 2013. Specialized s works stumpjumper 29er review. 2013 epic carbon frame 2280g. The stumpy ht s get the same changes forks brakes new alloy roval wheels depending on model as the epics. About specialized stumpjumper bikes go up from the carve range and you ll find the stumpjumper which is specialized s top of the range 29 race ready cross country hardtail mountain bike.
With enough years of experience under its belt to merit a podium finish every time the stumpjumper hardtail is second only to its s works sibling when it comes to cross country speed. 3 5 out of 5 star rating 3 5 usd dollar 7 500 00. Here is a bike that bridges the two needs of climbing fast and descending with confidence. Essentially unchanged from 2012 the specialized stumpjumper fsr comp evo is the cheaper of two evo models and gets an m5 aluminium rather than fact carbon frame.
Incredibly stiff light and hard edged in every way. Starting at the carbon layup it features our highest end fact 11m for an ultra lightweight strong and stiff construction. S works fast trak 29 2 0 2bliss ready front tire features dual compound rubber delivering exceptional speed and traction while minimizing rotating weight custom sram s 1250 xc double crankset with pf30 spindle for improved ground clearance and a custom alloy guard for chain retention during high speed descents all new sip grip a lock on aramid infused half waffle mtb grip boosts. 2013 epic s works 23lbs.
It reflects everything that we ve learned over the years and in our eyes represents the pinnacle of trail performance. About specialized stumpjumper bikes go up from the carve range and you ll find the stumpjumper which is specialized s top of the range 29 race ready cross country hardtail mountain bike. Stumpjumper ht comp alloy 24lbs 4oz. Epics are 29er only 2.
I ve been riding the 2012 specialized epic and have been setting prs on both climbs and descents. When only the best will do you need the ultimate trail bike. Last year s specialized stumpjumper fsr comp evo was our suspension bike of the year but nothing stands still in this game so how does it fare against the class of 2013. The new expert evo r is a fully rigid offering with 1 10 drivetrain.
The 2013 epics are improved once again so we are excited to try them. In other words you need the s works stumpjumper fsr 29. Stumpjumper ht s works 20lbs 6oz.