The 2010 P1 AM (all-mountain). Whats an all mountain hardtail? It’s a hardtail that thinks it’s a free-ride bike. Tweaked angles and a beefed up frame. Think of it as a Hardrock for ’big’ riders or riders who want to ’go big’!
Key features
- A1 Premium aluminium frame
- SR Suntour suspension fork
- 24 speed, SRAM X-4, SRAM X-4 trigger shifters
- Avid BB5 mechanical disc brakes
The Specialized P1 AM 2010 Features are:
Frame: Specialized A1 Premium Aluminium, tig weld, fully-butted w/ double ORE DT, externally machined HT, forged dropouts w/ replaceable 98954020 hanger, disc only
Fork: SR Suntour SF9-XCM-V2, 100mm, 1pc. alloy lower, 30mm Hi-Ten stanchions, coil/mcu spring w/ preload adj., spring assisted seals, disc only
Gears: 24 Shimano Altus, 34.9mm clamp, bottom swing SRAM X-4, midcage
Shifters: SRAM X-4, 8-speed trigger
Wheels: Specialized/Alex HRD, 26 inch, pinned, alloy double wall, 32h Specialized forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, QR, 32h Specialized, forged alloy, double sealed, ground race, cassette, QR, 32h 1.8mm (15g) stainless
Brakes: Specialized linear pull Avid BB5, mechanical disc, calliper/adapter w/ 160mm G2 Clean Sweep rotor Avid BB5, mechanical disc, calliper/adapter w/ 160mm G2 Clean Sweep rotor
Drivetrain: SRAM PG-820, 8-speed, 11-32t cassette, KMC X8 w/ reusable Missing Link chain, SR SunTour, Octalink spline crank, 44 x 32 x 22t, replaceable chainrings, Shimano BB-ES25, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 68mm x 118mm BB
Extra Features: Specialized alloy two bolt, no offset, micro adjust, 30.9mm Specialized Resolution Sport, 26 x 2.1 inch, wire bead, 30TP Front
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.