The base model Carve Comp 29 was designed to cruise fast-rolling singletrack. With an 80mm-travel RockShox XC32 fork, plus Shimano drivetrain and hydraulic disc brakes, the Carve Comp 29 is a capable and affordable cross-country machine
Features:- Fully butted, smooth-welded M4SL alloy frame is superlight, stiff, and efficient, with 29er XC geometry, integrated, tapered head tube for front-end stiffness, plus bridge-less seatstays for compliance over bumps
- 80mm-travel RockShox XC32 29 fork with lockout, size-specific spring rates, and external rebound/preload adjust for quick, fine-tuning plus tapered alloy steerer for precision handling and light weight
- Light and stiff, double-walled alloy rims for added stiffness; front hub has cartridge bearings and oversized dropout interface for front-end rigidity
- Light and efficient 29 inch Specialized The Captain Control tyres are 2Bliss Ready with aramid bead for fast and predictable speed and control on the trail
- Shimano Alivio crankset with forged alloy arms, Octalink-splined BB interface, and alloy outer ring means greater durability, lighter weight, and better shifting performance
- Shimano hydraulic disc brakes use 180mm front rotor for increased leverage on 29 wheels, while 160mm rear rotor keeps weight low
- Shimano SLX Shadow 9-speed rear derailleur for lightweight, precise shifting, and improved clearance
The Specialized Carve Comp 29 2012 Features are:Frame: Specialized M4SL fully manipulated alloy frame, 29 inch XC geometry, fully butted w/ smooth welding, tapered head/seat tube, forged post mount 160mm dropouts w/ replaceable derailleur hanger, disc only
Fork: RockShox XC32 TK SA 29 SL, magnesium lower, 32mm Cr-Mo stanchions, 1-1/8 inch to 1.5 inch tapered alloy steerer, coil spring, TurnKey damping w/ LO & external reb. adj., 80mm travel
Headset: Integrated 1-1/8 inch upper and 1-1/2 inch lower threadless, Campy-style, full cartridge bearings
Stem: Specialized 3D forged 6061 alloy, 4 bolt clamp, 7 degree rise, 31.8mm
Speed: 27
Front Mech: Shimano Alivo, 9-speed, 34.9mm clamp, bottom-swing, dual-pull
Rear Mech: Shimano SLX Shadow, 9-speed, SGS cage
Chainset: Shimano Alivio, 3pc, 9-speed, Octalink spline, 44/32/22, replaceable
Bottom Bracket: Shimano, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 73mm
Cassette: Shimano 9-speed, 11-34t
Chain: KMC X-9, 9-speed, reusable Missing Link
Front Brake: Shimano BR-M446 hydraulic disc brake, post mount, 180mm 6-bolt rotor
Rear Brake: Shimano BR-M446 hydraulic disc brake, post mount, 160mm 6-bolt rotor
Rims: Carve Disc 29 inch, alloy double-wall, sleeve joint, 32h
Front Hub: Formula disc hub, alloy 7075 axle, high-low flange, double-sealed cartridge bearings, machined disc mount and flange, QR, 32h
Rear Hub: Formula rear disc hub, cassette, double-sealed loose ball, polished races, machined disc mount and flanges, 19mm contact, QR, 32h
Tyres: Specialized The Captain Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, aramid bead, dual compound, 29x2.0 Front Specialized The Captain Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, aramid bead, dual compound, 29x2.0 Rear
Seatpost: Forged 6061 alloy, 2 bolt head, 27.2mm, 12.5mm offset, micro adjust
What is a Hard Tail Mountain Bike?
Thick, knobbly tyres and lots of gears are the overriding features of these machines. Strong frames are built to take the rough with the smooth and can often be accompanied by a front suspension fork for added comfort and control. Theyre designed mainly for off road use but these solid, comfortable bikes often meet more general needs. For further information on mountain bikes see our Mountain Bike Buying Guide.