Specialized Rockhopper Sport 29" 2026

The Rockhopper Sport isn't meant to sit in your garage

At an affordable price, this is a respectable bike for off-road fun. It features Shimano CUES controls, Tektro hydraulic disc brakes and an SR SunTour XCM suspension fork. The A1 Premium lightweight alloy frame is the true heart of this Rockhopper. Thanks to the machined tubing, the weight is reduced while the structure is very resistant. The standover space is very wide, there is internal cable routing and the frame is compatible with the use of a dropper seat post.

Features

• With the aim of providing the optimal position for every rider, Rockhoppers are available with two wheel sizes, ensuring handling for everyone.
• Suntour XCM fork with Multi Circuit Damping and specific travel for each size.
• Powerful and intuitive hydraulic disc brakes.
• Shimano single chainring drivetrain with pulley on the rear derailleur to make it quiet and prevent the chain from falling off.
• Highly reliable Formula hubs and hookless rims with 25mm internal diameter; a durable and lightweight combination.

Tech Specs

Frame

• Seat clamp: 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

Suspension

• Fork: SR Suntour XCM 26, 30mm stanchions, Rx Tune, coil spring, custom Multi-Circuit damping w/lockout, QR, 80/90/100mm travel (size-specific), 40mm offset

Brakes

• Front brake: Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc
• Rear brake: Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc

Drivetrain

• Chain: KMC eGlide 11-Speed
• Cassette: Shimano Cues, 9 speed, 11-46T
• Rear derailleur: Shimano, CUES, 9-speed
• Shifters: Shimano, CUES, Right, 9-speed Rapidfire, W/ Optical Gear Display
• Bottom bracket: Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindle
• Crankset: Stout 1x, forged alloy, 30T

Wheels

• Rear hub: Alloy sealed bearing, 6-bolt, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release
• Front hub: Alloy, sealed bearing, 6-bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release
• Front tyre: Ground Control 2BR, 27.5/29x2.35, T5
• Rear tyre: Ground Control 2BR, 27.5/29x2.35, T5
• Rims: Specialised alloy, disc only, double-wall, 25mm inner width, 32h
• Spokes: Stainless, 14g
• Inner tubes: Standard, Schrader Valve

Cockpit

• Stem: 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 7-degree rise
• Seatpost: Alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
• Handlebar: Alloy Mini Rise, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
• Saddle: Bridge Sport, steel rails
• Grips: Specialised Trail Grips, lock-on

Accessories

• Pedals: Specialised, platform

Weight

• Manufacturer's weight: 14.02 kg (30 lb, 14.5 oz)
• Weight measured: MD

Manufacturer's notes: Manufacturer's notes: Weights based on production painted frames as shown. Actual weights will vary based on colour, frame size and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.