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2008 Specialized ERA

Velopedia Archive ID 24302

Overview

Model year2008
BrandSpecialized
ModelERA
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID24302
Original MSRP$1,450.00
ColorsBlue
SizesWomens 13.5", womens 15.5", womens 17", womens 18"

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialM5 aluminum
ForkFox F90RL, 90mm travel
Fork materialAluminum, single crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersSRAM X-7 Trigger
Front derailleurShimano M581 LX, dual-pull/clamp-on 34.9mm
Rear derailleurSRAM X.9
CranksetShimano M542, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano M542
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
ChainSRAM PC-971 with Power Link, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsCrank Brothers Smarty

Brakes

BrakesAvid SD-5R brakes, Avid FR-5 levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Threadless
HandlebarSpecialized OS XC flat 2014 alloy bar, 31.8, 600mm wide, 6 back
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemSpecialized ,31.8mm clamp, 3D forged w/CNC finish
SaddleSpecialized Women's Ariel, Hollow Cr-Mo rails
SeatpostAlloy single bolt setback, 30.9mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Specialized Hi Lo disc, Rear: Shimano M525 Disc
RimsMavic X317, 28-hole/32-hole
SpokesDT Swiss stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Spoke nipplesAlloy niples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.00" Specialized Fast Track Control LK, Rear: 26x2.00" Specialized Fast Track Control LK
Wheel sizeFront: 26", Rear: 26x2.00" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.