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2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp · 2019 Specialized Rockhopper Comp

Specification2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp2019 Specialized Rockhopper Comp
Overview
Model year20212019
BrandSpecializedSpecialized
ModelRockhopper CompRockhopper Comp
Bicycle typeMountainMountain
Archive ID900004338900003459
Original MSRP$1,000.00$810.00
ColorsGloss Clay / Satin Cast Blue Metallic; Satin Smoke / Satin Black; Gloss Metallic White Silver / Satin Black; Gloss Oasis / Tarmac BlackGloss Storm Grey/Rocket Red/Tarmac Black; Satin Black/Ion
SizesS; M; L; XL; XXLS; M; L; XL; XXL
Frameset
Frame constructionSpecialized 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 compatibleA1 alloy, Sport XC 29 Geometry, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
Frame materialAluminumAluminum
ForkSR Suntour XCM 29, 30mm Stanchions, Rx Tune, coil spring, custom Multi-Circuit damping w/lockout, QR, 90/100mm travel (size-specific), 46mm offsetSR Suntour XCM 29, coil spring, custom Multi-Circuit damping, quick-release, 46mm offset, 80/90/100mm of travel (size-specific)
Drivetrain
ShiftersmicroSHIFT Advent, 9-speedShimano Altus, RapidFire Plus, 9-speed
Front derailleur—microSHIFT FD-M462, 2-speed
Rear derailleurmicroSHIFT Advent, 1x9 w/ clutchShimano Acera, 9-speed
CranksetStout 1x, forged alloyStout, forged alloy, 2x9; chainrings: Steel, 36/22T
Bottom bracketSquare-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindleSquare taper, 73mm, internal bearings
BB shell width73 mm73 mm
CassettemicroSHIFT Advent, 9-speed, 11-42tSunRace, 9-Speed, 11-36t
ChainKMC X9EPT, 9-speed, anti-corrosion coating w/ reusable Missing Link™KMC X9EPT, 9-speed, anti-corrosion coating w/ reusable Missing Link™
PedalsSpecialized Body Geometry Fitness, platform, plasticSpecialized Dirt
Brakes
Brakes(F) Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm / (R) Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm(F) Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 160/180mm / (R) Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 160mm
Cockpit & contact points
HandlebarSpecialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mmStout XC, double-butted alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 31.8mm
StemStout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree riseStout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise
SaddleBridge Sport, steel railsHenge Sport, steel rails, 143mm
SeatpostAlloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mmAlloy, 12mm offset, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
Wheels & tires
Hubs(F) Shimano HB-TX505, Center Lock™ disc, 9x100mm spacing, quick-release, 28h / (R) Shimano FH-TX505, Center Lock™ disc, 9x135mm spacing, quick-release, 32h(F) Shimano, Center Lock™ disc, 9x100mm spacing, quick-release, 28h / (R) Shimano, Center Lock™ disc, 9x135mm spacing, quick-release, 32h
RimsStout Alloy, hookless, double-wall, 25mm inner widthSpecialized Alloy 29, 25mm internal width, disc-specific
SpokesStainless, 14gStainless, 14g
Front tireFast Trak Sport 29x2.35"Ground Control Sport, 29x2.3"
Rear tireFast Trak Sport 29x2.35"Fast Trak Sport, 29x2.1"

Geometry comparison

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Measurement2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp2019 Specialized Rockhopper Comp
Selected size / positionMM
Reach425 mm418 mm
Stack616 mm605 mm
Effective top tube608 mm594 mm
Head-tube angle68.5°69.8°
Seat-tube angle73.5°73.8°
Seat tube400 mm430 mm
Head tube95 mm95 mm
Chainstay / rear center440 mm440 mm
Wheelbase1128 mm1110 mm
Bottom-bracket drop62 mm57.5 mm
Bottom-bracket height310 mm312.5 mm
Standover height754 mm776 mm
Fork offset / rake46 mm51 mm
Front center696 mm676 mm
Trail97 mm82 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on November 6, 2026.