What is Specialized FSR?
FSR is the name of a suspension design from Specialized. According to a FAQ, it originally stood for “Future Shock Rear”. The Specialized website contains an FSR Suspension page with marketing information about the system.
What is a Specialized Stumpjumper used for?
Over time, the full-suspension Stumpjumper evolved from an XC bike into a mid-travel trail bike. It now caters to riders who want a capable all-rounder for both climbing and descending.
How much does a Specialized Stumpjumper way?
The full Stumpjumper frame assembly* (barely) tips the scales at an unbelievable 5.3 lbs (2,420g), but we didn’t compromise in our quest for light weight. The Stumpy punches above its weight, setting the bar for mid-travel trail bikes in handling characteristics, pedaling efficiency and trail toughness.
What does FSR stand for Stumpjumper?
In case you were wondering what the ‘FSR’ acronym means, technically it means ‘Front Suspension and Rear [suspension]’. This is historical acronym that dates back to when suspension forks came out (Stumpjumpers with sus forks were dubbed ‘FS’). When rear suspension came along, they added the ‘R’, hence ‘FSR’.
How much does a Stumpjumper weigh?
The full Stumpjumper frame assembly* (barely) tips the scales at an unbelievable 5.33 lbs (2,420g), but Specialized didn’t compromise in their quest for light weight. The Stumpy punches above its weight, setting the bar for mid-travel trail bikes in handling characteristics, pedaling efficiency and trail toughness.
What is the FSR link?
FSR link (example: Specialized Enduro). Rear axle is on the seatstay, with a pivot slightly in front of and below the axle. Similar to the linkage driven single pivot, the FSR link has a modified axle path that leads to slightly better bump compliance and better braking abilities. Specialized Enduro with FSR link.
What kind of bike is a Stumpjumper?
The new Stumpjumper is a 130mm (rear) 140mm (front) trail bike on 29-inch wheels. This travel splits the difference between the previous 140/150mm “long travel” Stumpjumper and the 120/130mm Stumpjumper ST. There are no more 27.5 models.