What kind of wheels does a specialized BigHit use?
The wheels – Mavic EX325 rims and Specialized hubs – are fine, although the 60a compound of Specialized’s Chunder tyres is noticeably less grippy than the Kenda Stick E rubber on the other bikes. Although the BigHit is slightly down on spec compared to the other bikes here, it more than makes up for it in unshakeable ride quality.
How big is a specialized big hit bike?
This may be called the Big Hit, and it can certainly cope with the bigger hits, but the most noticeable thing about this bike is its sheer agility. Weighing in at 17.2kg (38lb), the Specialized is one of the lighter bikes in its class.
What do you need to know about specialized freeriders?
Big box-fronted hydroformed tubes make up the rest of the frame in Specialized’s typical FSR interrupted seat tube fashion. There are a few inches of saddle adjustment before you need to saw the seatpost down, but freeriders will need a telescopic post for pedalling back up hills.
Is the big hit III a downhill bike?
The weight, gearing and quick-release seatpost mean this could be ridden for more than just downhill or freeride, but the Big Hit III seems to love punishment. The bike can be launched from bar scraping turn to bar scraping turn with ease and eats up technical terrain without a problem.
How much does a specialized SX trail cost?
The SX Trail was a frame-only deal in the UK, but for 2006 there’ll be a complete bike too, with) and a DHX 5.0 coil shock out back. The frame will cost £1,199.99 and a complete build £2,299.99.
How much does a specialized s works bike cost?
The S-Works we rode had the fantastically quick shifting SRAM X0 shifters and rear mechs, with only the front mech and XTR disc brakes (with 200mm rotors) from Shimano. Frame only price is £1,199.99, with complete builds beginning from £1,499.99.
What does fact Az1 mean on a specialized bike?
Hayes discs and Blackspire chain devices also appear on some models. “FACT Az1” is the name given to Specialized’s carbon process. FACT refers to the ability to be particular about the lay-up of each layer of carbon, so the designers can adjust the directional stiffness and vibration absorption of a frame for a given requirement.