2026 Specialized Rockhopper 26 Inch (pre-order now for August delivery)

2026 ROCKHOPPER 26 INCH

Technical Specifications
Frameset
Frame Specialized A1 premium butted alloy, zero-stack head tube, internal cable routing, 135x9mm forged dropouts, chainstay-mounted disc brake, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger, stealth rack mounts, dropper post compatible
Seat Binder Alloy, quick release, 34.9
Suspension
Fork SR Suntour XCE 26/27.5/29, 28mm stanchions, coil spring, QR, 80/90/100mm travel (size-specific), 42mm offset
Brakes
Front Brake Tektro HD-M280, 2-piston caliper, hydrailic disc
Rear Brake Tektro HD-M280, 2-piston caliper, hydrailic disc
Drivetrain
Front Derailleur Shimano Altus 2-speed
Rear Derailleur Shimano Altus, 9-speed
Shift Levers Shimano Altus, RapidFire Plus, 9-speed
Cassette SunRace, 9-Speed, 11-36t
Chain KMC X9EPT, 9-speed, anti-corrosion coating w/ reusable Missing Link
Crankset Stout 2x, forged alloy
Bottom Bracket Square-tapered, 73mm, internal bearings, 122.5mm spindle
Wheels & tires
Rims Specialized alloy, disc only, double-wall, 25mm inner width, 32h
Front HuB Alloy, Sealed bearing, 6-Bolt, disc, 100x9mm spacing, quick-release
Rear Hub Alloy Sealed bearing, 6-Bolt, disc, 135x9mm spacing, quick-release
Spokes Stainless, 14g
Front Tire Ground Control 2BR, 650B/29x2.35, T5
Rear Tire Ground Control 2BR, 650B/29x2.35, T5
Inner Tubes Standard, Schrader Valve
Cockpit
Stem Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise
Handlebars Alloy Mini Rise, 9-degree backsweep, 15mm rise, 31.8mm
Grips Specialized Trail Grips, lock-on
Saddle Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155/143mm
SeatPostAlloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm
Accessories
Pedals Specialized, platform
Weight
Weight 14.1 kg (31 lb, 1.4 oz)
Weight Size MD