2018 Specialized Stumpjumper Comp Carbon 27 5 Review
When you need all of today s tech and an agile wheel size you can t beat the stumpjumper comp carbon 27 5.
2018 specialized stumpjumper comp carbon 27 5 review. Specialized stumpjumper fsr comp carbon review at 3 500 it also undercuts the other bikes in this category by a hefty margin. Specialized stumpjumper evo comp alloy 27 5 mountain bike 2020 trail full suspension mtb now 2 700 00 save 21 rrp. So when we took it on our short travel loop complete with reasonable ledges and sweeping turns it was damn fun. 2018 specialized stumpjumper fsr expert.
We review the whole specialized stumpjumper range of models that feature. The carbon molding process also allowed us to revolutionize how you carry your trail essentials with the all new swat door found at the down tube. Specialized stumpjumper fsr comp carbon 650b 2018 review. Reviews ratings specifications weight price and more for the 2018 specialized stumpjumper comp carbon 27 5 bike.
Specialized offer the stumpjumper in both 27 5 and 29er models too. The 2019 27 5 stumpjumper is built on an all new frame with a flip chip that adjusts the head angle 0 5 degrees and alters the bb height 6mm. The 2 6 inch tires combined with the softer gently poppy fsr linkage made for a backslapping high five party on greater than xc but less than all mountain terrain. However with a streamlined range for this year and the next model coming in at just under 5k this is the closest price point to our nominal 4k budget.
Specialized stumpjumper evo pro 27 5 frame just like the alloy version the stumpy evo pro is available with 650b or 29in wheels and in two sizes s2 or s3. Specialized stumpjumper fsr comp carbon 650b ride impressions. This 135mm travel 29er climbs effectively and can stand up to nasty terrain on the descent but the ride is jarring and fairly unexciting. This bike has the skills and capability to tackle a wide range of terrain but lacks personality comfort or a lively feel.
Latest stumpy is a super smooth trail bomber.