Bicycle Archive · Specification report

2012 Specialized Carve Comp 29

Velopedia Archive ID 3081645

Overview

Model year	2012
Brand	Specialized
Model	Carve Comp 29
Bicycle type	Mountain
Archive ID	3081645
Original MSRP	$1,350.00
Colors	Black/Gray/Red, Black/White/Green
Sizes	15.5, 17.5, 19, 21, 23

Frameset

Frame material	Specialized M4 SL
Fork	RockShox XC32 TK SA 29 SL

Drivetrain

Shifters	Shimano Alivio 9spd Rapidfire
Front derailleur	Shimano Alivio
Rear derailleur	Shimano SLX Shadow
Crankset	Shimano Alivo 44/32/22
Bottom bracket	Shimano Octalink 73
Cassette	Shimano 9spd 11-34
Chain	KMC X-9
Pedals	Alloy one-piece flat pedal

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano M446 180/160

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1-1/8" upper, 1-1/2" lower
Handlebar	XC Flat bar 31.8mm
Stem	Specialized 3D
Saddle	Carve steel rails
Seatpost	Alloy 27.2

Wheels & tires

Rims	Carve Disc 29
Front tire	The Captain Control 29x2

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