![]() Many switched to this the first bike built specifically for riding trails. Among those who took notice were the “Repack” riders who regularly raced at Mt. Some called the original bike a “Big Kid’s BMX”, but it became clear when the initial shipment of 125 complete bikes sold out in six days that there was nothing childish about it. For the Stumpjumper, Sinyard outfitted a Ritchey-designed frame with modified BMX and motorcycle-derived handlebars. Ritchey was also behind the frames that Specialized used to deliver their first three production bikes. “Tam” - as it was called for short - were fond of frames built by Tom Ritchey. Tam’s downhill singletrack, the denizens of Mt. Known for taking regular street bikes and retrofitting them with larger tires, different handlebars and more or less whatever proved useful in making the bikes handle Mt. Not far from Morgan Hill and Specialized headquarters is the hill that many have called “the birthplace of Mountain Biking.” Mount Tamalpais, located in Marin County, California, played regular host to a notorious gang of long-haired dust-covered young men that included Gary Fisher, Joe Breeze, Charley Kelly and Otis Guy. ![]() ![]() The Allez sees use on roads around the world, and the Stumpjumper, now available in hardtail and full-suspension models, has become legendary as one of the world’s first modern mountain bikes. By 1981, Specialized had three complete bikes in production: the Sequoia and Allez were road-going models, while the Specialized Stumpjumper was made specifically for off-road endeavors.Īll three models remain in the Specialized Bikes lineup today. The story of Specialized Bikes officially began in 1976, when Sinyard brought the first Specialized Touring Tire to market. When he returned to the states, Sinyard began importing handlebars and stems from Italian manufacturer Cinelli. Along his journey, Sinyard became familiar with European parts manufacturers. Specialized founder Mike Sinyard sold his Volkswagen bus for $1,500 to fund a cycle tour of Europe. ![]() Morgan Hill, California is the backdrop for a team of bike enthusiasts whose passion for the sport traces its roots back to 1974. We offer the most efficient way of bringing bike retailers and buyers together. The Specialized product line includes some of the most innovative road, mountain, BMX, multiuse, electric and kids’ bikes on the market today.Īs a BikeExchange buyer, you don’t have to search anywhere else for the best selection of Specialized bikes for sale. Ean13 719676909547 Data sheet BULLET_TEXT Adjustable stays Model Year 2015 FRAME 2015 Fatboy 24", fully butted A1 Premium Aluminum, ZeroStack head tube, 100mm wide threaded bottom bracket, 170mm rear hub spacing FORK Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum, 1-1/8" alloy steerer FRONT TIRE Ground Control Fat, 20x4.0", 60TPI, wire bead REAR TIRE Ground Control Fat 20x4.0", 60TPI, wire bead CRANKSET 9-speed, 28T chainring w/chainguard BOTTOM BRACKET Square taper, 100x151.5mm, internal bearings SHIFT LEVERS SRAM, 9-speed, trigger REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM X4, long cage, 6-/7-/8-speed CASSETTE Sunrace, 9-speed, 11-36t CHAIN KMC X9, 9-speed w/reusable MissingLink FRONT BRAKE Tektro Aries, mechanical disc, organic pads, 160mm rotor REAR BRAKE Tektro Aries, mechanical disc, organic pads, 160mm rotor HANDLEBARS Specialized, alloy, 9-degree backsweep, 4-degree upsweep, 15mm rise, 600mm width, 31.8mm STEM Alloy, 7-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp SADDLE Specialized Youth, steel rails SEATPOST Alloy, single bolt, 27.2mm SEAT BINDER Alloy, 31.8mm PEDALS Platform FRONT HUB Specialized Stout XC 135, disc alloy, loose ball bearings, bolt-on axle, 32h REAR HUB Specialized disc, loose ball bearings, 9-/10-speed cassette body, 10mm steel axle, 32h SPOKES Stainless, 14g INNER TUBES 20x4.The team at Specialized consists of fellow riders who use their firsthand experiences to create worldclass bikes.
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