I bought a Rockhopper in 2017 and over the years I upgraded pretty much everything. Now it is unrecognizable. Sram GX 1X12, Fox 32 stepcast fork, DT swiss 1700 wheelset, Vittoria Barzo/Mezcal tires, dropper post, Shimano XT brakes, chester pedals, upgraded Sram BB, carbon 750 mm handlebar, Ergon seat. The idea was I buy a better frame like a Specialized Epic HT and just use the components but I haven't yet. I'm pretty sure if you added all that up I paid 2-3 times on upgrades over the years than the actual bike cost. But I love it.
Brakes rubbed until I trued the rotors. But after the test ride and re alignment it was great. I built 2 and both came out great. And it wheelies great to!
I own a 2010 Specialized Rock hopper . But I bought it in 2012. For the 12 years I've owned it and still going strong. I'm getting my money's worth out of it. Just recently I had new rims and pedals installed on it. It beats a Walmart bicycle all the way.
Things I like from big S are their contact points. Tires, saddles and hand grips mostly good to go from the start, no matter what range of bike you choose.
I believe color changed as well as what components come on the bike. Current year I believe the rear der is a micro shift with advent shifter. Still a non tubeless wheelset and tire combination. But fun affordable bike to get into the hobby
@@JineeshSadasivan For rockhopper Expert 2024 they still have typo/mismatch on specialized website. General product details mentions "Tektro hydraulic disc brakes pack", while Technical Specifications has "Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 160,180mm".
I bought a Rockhopper in 2017 and over the years I upgraded pretty much everything. Now it is unrecognizable. Sram GX 1X12, Fox 32 stepcast fork, DT swiss 1700 wheelset, Vittoria Barzo/Mezcal tires, dropper post, Shimano XT brakes, chester pedals, upgraded Sram BB, carbon 750 mm handlebar, Ergon seat. The idea was I buy a better frame like a Specialized Epic HT and just use the components but I haven't yet. I'm pretty sure if you added all that up I paid 2-3 times on upgrades over the years than the actual bike cost. But I love it.
I would like to see it. Can you post a video with your Rockhopper on your UA-cam Channel?
I'm getting that exact bike delivered tomorrow. Looks like simple assembly. Thanks.
Brakes rubbed until I trued the rotors. But after the test ride and re alignment it was great. I built 2 and both came out great. And it wheelies great to!
I own a 2010 Specialized Rock hopper . But I bought it in 2012. For the 12 years I've owned it and still going strong. I'm getting my money's worth out of it. Just recently I had new rims and pedals installed on it. It beats a Walmart bicycle all the way.
1:14 ..that “ROCK SHOX” sticker seems to have a typo.
Things I like from big S are their contact points. Tires, saddles and hand grips mostly good to go from the start, no matter what range of bike you choose.
Es una specialized Rockhopper expert o elite? Esque yo tengo la misma con lo mismos componentes, pero la mia es modelo elite
Expert 2025 elite is 2022.
Nice bike. Is it possible to switch to 27.5 tires?
Thank you for showing the handle bars
why did you remove the air from the tyres just to fill it up again? just curiosity haha
Installed sealant
What's the difference between this and the comp? And does any of them come with through axles
I don't believe any come through axle.
But I could be wrong I would have to look into more
I think the biggest difference is the comp is Nine gear i think this one is 11 or possibly 12.
@@207greenroom207 11spd, 11-51t
Is there a difference between the 2022 and 2024 model? besides the color of course
I believe color changed as well as what components come on the bike. Current year I believe the rear der is a micro shift with advent shifter. Still a non tubeless wheelset and tire combination. But fun affordable bike to get into the hobby
@@bikesandbalding Looks like the 2024 model has shimano deor and its tubless
@@JineeshSadasivan For rockhopper Expert 2024 they still have typo/mismatch on specialized website. General product details mentions "Tektro hydraulic disc brakes pack", while Technical Specifications has "Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 160,180mm".
Curios is
That the 29or 27.5 wheels
29in