Equipped with a 100mm-travel RockShox Reba RL 29 fork, the aluminium Carve Expert 29 is ready for race day or a quick loop after work. Featuring Avid hydraulic disc brakes, Shimano 2x10 drivetrain, and versatile Specialized Ground Control 2.1-inch tyres, the Carve Expert provides race-day performance that rips on your favourite local trail.
- Fully butted, smooth-welded M4SL alloy frame is superlight, stiff, and efficient, with 29er XC geometry, integrated headset, tapered head tube for front-end stiffness, plus bridge-less seatstays for compliance over bumps
- Light and stiff, double-walled alloy rims for added stiffness; front hub has cartridge bearings and oversized dropout interface for front-end rigidity Avid Elixir 3 hydraulic disc brakes use 180mm front rotor for increased leverage on 29" wheels, while 160mm rear rotor keeps weight low Shimano Deore XT Shadow *10-speed rear derailleur for lightweight, pro-level shifting, and improved clearance
- 100mm-travel RockShox Reba RL 29 fork features a new Solo Air spring, remote Push-Loc, tapered steerer tube and externally adjustable rebound for plush and lightweight trail performance
- Custom SRAM 10-speed XC double-ring crankset with 29er gearing and GXP bottom bracket offers lightweight and durable performance
FRAME - Specialized M4 SL Aluminium, 29er frame w/ XC geometry, fully butted w/ smooth welding, tapered headtube and seat tube, forged post mount 160mm disc dropouts, alloy replaceable der. hanger
FORK - RockShox Reba RL 29", TurnKey damping w/ Push-Loc remote lock out, Solo Air spring, tapered alloy steerer, 32mm alloy stanchions, external rebound adj., 100mm travel
HEADSET - Integrated 1-1/8" upper and 1-1/2" lower threadless, Campy-style, full cartridge bearings
STEM - Specialized 3D forged 6061 alloy, 4 bolt clamp, 7º rise, 31.8mm
HANDLEBARS - Flat bar, 6061 double butted alloy, 700mm wide, 10º backsweep, 4º upsweep, 31.8mm
GRIPS - Specialized BodyGeometry XCT, Kraton rubber w/ gel, closed end, 132mm, lock-on
FRONT BRAKE - Avid Elixir 3R, hydraulic disc, G2 CleanSweep 180mm rotor
REAR BRAKE - Avid Elixir 3R, hydraulic disc, G2 CleanSweep 160mm rotor
BRAKE LEVERS - Avid Elixir 3R, hydraulic lever, tool-less reach adjust
FRONT DERAILLEUR - SRAM X7, 10-speed 2X10, 34.9mm clamp
REAR DERAILLEUR - Shimano Deore XT Shadow, 10-Speed, GS cage
SHIFT LEVERS - Shimano Deore, 10-speed Rapidfire plus, SL type
CASSETTE - SRAM PG 1030, 10-speed cassette, 11-36
CHAIN - KMC X-10, 10-speed w/ reusable Missing Link
CRANKSET - Custom SRAM S1250 2pc, 10-speed XC double for 29er, GXP
CHAINRINGS - 36/22, Aluminium
BOTTOM BRACKET - SRAM GXP BB for 2pc, 73mm shell
PEDALS - Alloy 1pc. body and cage, w/ reflectors, 9/16"
RIMS - Carve SL Disc, 29", alloy double-wall, sleeve joint, 26mm, 32h
FRONT HUB - Specialized MTB disc hub, alloy, Hi Lo flange, cartridge bearings, alloy axle, QR, 32h
REAR HUB - Specialized MTB disc hub, alloy, Hi Lo flange, cartridge bearings, steel axle, steel cassette body, QR, 32h
SPOKES - Stainless, 2.0mm (14g)
FRONT TYRE - Specialized Ground Control, 29x2.1", Kevlar bead, 60TPI
REAR TYRE - Specialized Ground Control, 29x2.1", Kevlar bead, 60TPI
INNER TUBES - Presta valve
SADDLE - Specialized BodyGeometry Carve SL, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm width
SEATPOST - Specialized 2 bolt head, forged alloy, 12.5mm offset, micro adjust, 27.2mm, 350mm or 400mm
SEAT BINDER - 31.8mm, forged alloy QR, brass washer
NOTES - Chainstay protector, reflectors, clear coat, owners manual
Technical Specification
Built, Checked, Tuned and Tested
All our bikes are fully built, checked, tuned and tested by our Cytech qualified mechanics and then securely packaged, ready for delivery. All you have to do is add the pedals (if included), attach the handlebars to the stem and tighten them following the included detailed instructions or by watching our video and using the provided FREE tools. Visit our Bike Assembly page to see how you assemble your new bike once you receive it.
All bikes collected from our shop, are built, tested and ready to ride. For hassle-free home delivery and bike set-up from a qualified mechanic use our Premier Delivery Service.
Please note, occasionally, manufacturers may change the specification without notice. Bicycles do not come with pedals unless otherwise specified. Bikes ordered for delivery will not arrive with the pedals installed, please refer to the owners manual and pedal installation guides provided for guidance. We do not install accessories to bikes, including mudguards. Bikes ordered for delivery that have tubeless compatible tyres and rims will arrive with inner tubes installed or with tubeless valves installed, this will be brand dependent. Sealant is available to be purchased separately.
If you require any assistance please contact our Customer Care team.
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