Last week Specialized blew up the internets with the news of their new 650B (aka 27.5-inch) Stumpjumper EVO models. Word on the street is that the first production run sold out within minutes, so there's definitely demand for these new rigs. We had the opportunity to take a spin on one, get it dirty, and then snap some beauty pics.
The bike is available in two models - the $6,500 Expert Carbon and the $3,400 aluminum Comp - with two colors in each. 26-inch EVO models will be discontinued going forward, but 29-inch EVO models will still be available.
Frame Features
- 150mm of travel front and rear
- Sealed cartridge bearing pivots
- PF30 bottom bracket
- 12x142mm dropouts
- Tapered headtube
- ISCG 05 mounts
- Internal Command Post IR routing (carbon model)
The Expert Carbon EVO model (shown here) features a FACT 9m carbon front triangle and M5 alloy rear triangle. Parts include a RockShox Pike RC fork, FOX Float CTD Factory rear shock with AUTOSAG, Shimano XT brakes, SRAM X01 11-speed drivetrain, 650b Specialized tires, and 650b Specialized 142+ Roval Traverse wheels. Weight is claimed to be 25.8-pounds (11.7kg).
Click next to check it out up close.
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