Bicycle Archive · Specification reportBicycle Archive · Specification reportVelopedia Archive ID 56566
| Model year | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Specialized |
| Model | Rockhopper A1 FS |
| Bicycle type | Mountain bike, front suspension |
| Archive ID | 56566 |
| Original MSRP | $649.00 |
| Colors | Purple |
| Sizes | 13.5", 15.5", 17", 18", 19", 20.5" |
| Frame construction | Welded aluminum |
|---|---|
| Frame material | Specialized Premium A1 aluminum |
| Fork | Rock Shox Quadra 5 |
| Fork material | Magnesium, triple-clamp crown |
| Rear shock | N/A |
| Component group | Shimano Alivio |
|---|---|
| Shifters | Grip Shift SRT-300i |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Alivio top-swing, bottom-pull/clamp-on 31.8 mm |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano STX |
| Crankset | Specialized Son of Strongarm, 20/32/42 teeth |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB-LP26, 107 mm spindle |
| BB shell width | 73mm English |
| Rear cogs | 7-speed, 11 - 28 teeth |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG50, 1/2 x 3/32" |
| Pedals | HTI steel/resin w/clips & straps |
| Brakes | Shimano Altus brakes, Dia-Compe PC-3 levers |
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| Headset | 1 1/8" sealed mechanism |
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| Handlebar | Alloy |
| Handlebar extensions | Not included |
| Stem | Chromoly |
| Saddle | Specialized Comfort Sport |
| Seatpost | Alloy micro-adjust, 30.9 mm diameter |
| Rims | Araya GP-710, 32-hole |
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| Spokes | Wheelsmith stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge |
| Spoke nipples | Brass nipples |
| Front tire | Front: 26 x 1.95" Specialized Ground Control II, Rear: 26 x 1.95" Specialized Ground Master |
| Wheel size | 26" wheels |
| Top tube | 564 mm |
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| Head-tube angle | 71° |
| Seat-tube angle | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1064 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 38.1 mm |
Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.