What does Specialized FSR mean?
Front Suspension and Rear [
In case you were wondering what the ‘FSR’ acronym means, technically it means ‘Front Suspension and Rear [suspension]’. This is historical acronym that dates back to when suspension forks came out (Stumpjumpers with sus forks were dubbed ‘FS’). When rear suspension came along, they added the ‘R’, hence ‘FSR’.
Can I put 29 Wheels on a 27.5 frame Stumpjumper?
Stumpjumper Geometry Part of the reason the chainstays are longer is the new bike is compatible with 27.5+ tires (the old 27.5 Stumpy wasn’t). I also discovered the rear triangle has plenty of room for a 29-inch wheel with 2.6-inch tire.
Is the Stumpjumper a good all around bike?
It was designed to be a true all-terrain bike, capable of going anywhere and everywhere. The 2021 Stumpjumper has very similar intentions to the original. It’s designed to climb and descend well. To be a well-rounded every day trail tool capable of taking you out and back, up and down and everywhere in between.
Is a Stumpjumper a trail or enduro bike?
As of today, there’s a new Stumpjumper. With 130mm rear travel and 140mm in the front, it’s a more traditionally trail focused bike than the 150/160 Evo that launched last week. The new Stumpy is the lighter and better climbing, with up to date geometry, some familiar features, and some surprising changes.
Is Trek better than Specialized?
There isn’t a clear winner. Both offer similar bikes and components in the same price range. Trek has a wider variety of bikes to choose from compared to Specialized. At entry-level, you get slightly better parts when you go with Specialized.
What is a Stumpjumper FSR?
Bottom line The Stumpjumper FSR ST is a bike with 120mm travel in the rear and 130mm in the fork. It offers riders excellent small bump compliance. It’s not meant for big hits or aggressive trails. It does best on smooth, rolling terrain.
What better 27.5 or 29?
27.5 in. wheels have faster acceleration while 29ers are more efficient on longer rides. Larger wheels place the weight of the spokes, rims, tubes and tires farther from the center of the wheel, resulting in higher rotational mass and slower acceleration.
Can you replace 27.5 wheels with 29?
Yes, you can do it. The diameter of a 29″ wheel & tire is slightly larger than a 27.5+ wheel & tire. The 29″ setup will raise your bottom bracket height.
What is a Stumpjumper bike good for?
The Stumpjumper is for those who want a light, efficient bike for going on long rides, both uphill as well as downhill. For those who don’t live in alpine terrain, it’s a lot of fun on flat trails too.
How heavy is a Stumpjumper?
The full Stumpjumper frame assembly* (barely) tips the scales at an unbelievable 5.33 lbs (2,420g), but Specialized didn’t compromise in their quest for light weight. The Stumpy punches above its weight, setting the bar for mid-travel trail bikes in handling characteristics, pedaling efficiency and trail toughness.
What is the difference between an enduro bike and a trail bike?
Enduro Bike Suspension VS Trail Bike Suspension An enduro bike will generally have between 140 and 180 mm of travel. A trail bike will have up to 140 mm of travel. Enduro racing involves both climbing and descending trails. You are, though, only timed on the descents.
Is the specialized pitch better than the Rockhopper?
The Specialized Rockhopper is one step up from the Pitch with bigger 29-inch wheels and a more trail orientated setup. The Rockhopper is perfect for the rider that is just starting with performance mountain biking and looking to do a bit of XC riding as well as light trails.
How tall does a Stumpjumper FSR 29 bike get?
The sizes available are able to fit rides from 4’10” up to 6″ tall. – Internal cable routing on carbon models, done very nicely indeed, with full carbon tube-style cable guides. – A shorter chain stay length.
What kind of rear end does Stumpjumper FSR use?
M5 alloy Trail Chassis with Stumpjumper FSR rear end blends durability, stiffness, and light weight, while 135mm of travel Trail 29 Geometry provide more than capable handling.
Is there a 650B version of the Stumpjumper?
The 2015 model was effectively a 29″ Stumpjumper main frame adapted for 650B wheels. – No more Specialized Brain Shocks on Stumpjumpers. The special inertia valved Brain shock will stay on bikes like the Epic and Era. – The women’s specific version – The Rhyme – in 650b wheel size only receives all the sweet updates as the Stumpjumper FSR.
How tall can you ride a Specialized Stumpjumper?
The special inertia valved Brain shock will stay on bikes like the Epic and Era. – The women’s specific version – The Rhyme – in 650b wheel size only receives all the sweet updates as the Stumpjumper FSR. The sizes available are able to fit rides from 4’10” up to 6″ tall.
