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2012 Specialized Carve Expert 29

Velopedia Archive ID 4020319

Overview

Model year	2012
Brand	Specialized
Model	Carve Expert 29
Bicycle type	Mountain
Archive ID	4020319
Original MSRP	$1,650.00
Colors	Black/White/Black
Sizes	15.5, 17.5, 19, 21, 23

Frameset

Frame material	Specialized M4 SL
Fork	Recon Silver TK SA SL 29
Rear shock	Fox RP23 Adaptive Logic

Drivetrain

Shifters	Deore 10spd Rapidfire
Front derailleur	Shimano Deore
Rear derailleur	Shimano XT Shadow
Crankset	Hollowtech Octalink 42/32/24
Bottom bracket	Shimano Octalink 73
Cassette	Shimano 10spd 11-36t
Chain	KMC X-10
Pedals	Alloy one-piece flat pedal

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano M505 160/180

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1-1/8" upper, 1-1/2" lower
Handlebar	XC Flat bar 31.8mm
Stem	Specialized 3D
Saddle	Carve SL hollow cro-mo rail
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 4, 2026.