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Retail price
£ 749
£ 750
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Specifications

Drivetrain

Chain
SRAM PC-1031, 10-speed w/PowerLink
Crank
Specialized Stout XC, 2-piece 2x10, 24mm spindle, anti-corrosion hardware
Derailleurs
Front: SRAM X5, high-clamp 34.9mm, 2x10 - Rear: Shimano SLX, Shadow Plus, SGS cage, 10-speed
Shifters
Shimano Deore, 10-speed
Cassette
SRAM PG-1020, 10-speed, 11-36t

Frameset

Fork
Manitou Minute Comp fork with 120 mm travel: the standard in terms of sensitivity to minor bumps. Fork equipped with a 3-position handlebar lockout: the Combo Shift. The system is ergonomic, integrated (shocks, style), and easy to use in all conditions of use. 15 mm axle, for greater stiffness. 32 mm dampers.
Manitou M30 29, 80/100mm of travel (size specific), 1.125x1.5" tapered steerer, 30mm stanchion, QR, 51mm offset, post mount disc, 160mm rotor
Frame
Rockrider 120 mm frame, 6061 aluminium, equipped with patented NEUF kinematics (New Excentric Ultimate Frame). Benefits: - anti-bobbing: all the pedalling energy is transmitted to the rear wheel, - dynamic: - shock absorption over obstacles means faster cycling.
Specialized A1 SL Aluminum, Trail 29 geometry, fully-butted tube sets, ORE down tube, tapered head tube, forged dropouts, disc mount, replaceable derailleur hanger
Suspensions
Manitou Radium Expert shock provides the bike with greater sensitivity. Shock has two modes of use: - open mode: the shock is very sensitive and absorbs all the bumps on the terrain—perfect for rough terrain. - blocked mode: the shock is stiffer for faster riding on smoother terrain.
B'Twin Sport aluminium stem available in 80 mm (M), 90 mm (L) and 100 mm (XL).
Stout, 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 6-degree rise

Wheels

Hub
Front: Shimano HB-RM35, Center Lock disc, 9x100mm, 28h - Rear: Shimano FH-RM35, Center Lock disc, 10x135mm, 32h
Rims
Stout XC 29, alloy disc, double-wall, pinned joint, 21mm inner width, 28/32h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g, black
Tyres
Hutchinson Toro 27.5" x 2.25 66 TPI, or Taipan 27.5 x 2.10 66 TPI front tyre: well known as versatile tyres with good traction on all types of terrain. Hutchinson Taipan 27.5" x 2.1 rear tyre; a new tyre renowned for its high performance.
Front: Ground Control Sport, 29x2.1", 60TPI, wire bead, Flak Jacket protection - Rear: Ground Control Sport, 29x2.1", 60TPI, wire bead, Flak Jacket protection
Wheels
Mavic Cross Ride 27.5 wheels: lightweight and stiff. Everything you need for fast acceleration and efficient steering. The 27.5 inch wheels provide a good compromise: they have more traction and ease of riding over obstacles than a 26" wheel, while limiting the negative impact of inertia on the bike's steering and responsiveness and the loss of rigidity of a 29" wheel.

Brakes

Brakes
Hayes Prime Sport brakes: powerful, progressive and reliable. Front disc: 180 mm Rear disc: 160 mm. Dial on the lever for easy tool-free adjustment. Lever with non-slip system.
Front: Shimano BR-M365, hydraulic disc, resin pads, 180/160mm rotor - Rear: Shimano BR-M365, hydraulic disc, resin pads, 160mm rotor

Components

Handlebar
B'Twin Comp aluminium low rise handlebar, 690 mm long. - 1"1/8 steering socket, with semi integrated Aheadset with sealed bearings.B'Twin Sport Adherence 700 with an outer lock-on for great hold and grip well suited to steering.
Stout, alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 720mm width, 31.8mm
Grips
Lock-on grips, 130.4mm length
Saddle
B'Twin sport saddle, lightweight and comfortable. - B'Twin sport saddle, lightweight and comfortable. - B'Twin sport saddle, lightweight and comfortable.
Body Geometry Henge Sport, steel rails, 143mm
Seatpost
B'Twin Comp 29.8 mm seat post from aluminium for reduced weight.
Alloy, 12.5mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
Stem
B'Twin Sport aluminium stem available in 80 mm (M), 90 mm (L) and 100 mm (XL).
Stout, 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm clamp, 6-degree rise
Pedals
B'Twin platform pedals.
Specialized Dirt