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2012

Specialized Carve Expert 29

Specialized Carve 2012

Cross Country

Size / 15.5", 17.5", 19", 21", 23"

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At a glance

The 2012 Specialized Carve Expert 29 is an Cross Country Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, comes in a range of sizes, including 15.5", 17.5", 19", 21", 23", has RockShox suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Specialized's Carve range of mountain bikes.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Specialized M4SL fully manipulated alloy frame, 29"" geometry, fully butted w/ smooth welding, tapered head/seat tubes, forged post mount 160mm dropouts w/ replaceable derailleur hanger, disc only
  • Fork
    RockShox Recon Silver TK, Recon Silver TK SA SL 29, magnesium lower, butted 32mm Cr-Mo stanchions, 1-1/8"" to 1.5"" tapered alloy steerer, Solo Air spring, TurnKey damping w/ lock out and external rebound adj. 80mm travel
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Formula rear disc hub, cassette, double-sealed loose ball, polished races, machined disc mount and flanges, 19mm contact, QR, 32h
  • Wheels
    Carve Disc 29"", alloy double-wall, sleeve joint, 32h
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Spokes
    Stainless, 2.0mm (14g)
  • Tires
    Specialized The Captain Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, aramid bead, dual compound, 29x2.0""
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    KMC, KMC X-10, 10-speed, reusable Missing Link
  • Crank
    Shimano, Shimano Hollowtech, 3pc, 10-speed, Octalink spline
  • Bottom Bracket
    Shimano, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 73mm
  • Front Derailleur
    Shimano Deore, Shimano Deore, 10-speed, 34.9mm clamp, bottom-swing, dual-pull
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano XT, Shimano XT Shadow, 10-speed, SGS cage
  • Shifters
    Shimano Deore, Shimano Deore, 10-speed Rapidfire plus, SL type w/ optical display
Components
  • Brakeset
    Shimano Deore, Shimano BR-M505 hydraulic disc brake, post mount, 180mm 6-bolt rotor
  • Handlebar
    XC flat bar, double butted alloy, 10º backsweep, 4º upsweep, 31.8mm
  • Saddle
    Specialized Body Geometry Carve SL, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm width
  • Seatpost
    Forged 6061 alloy, 2 bolt head, 27.2mm, 12.5mm offset, micro adjust
  • Stem
    Specialized 3D forged 6061 alloy, 4 bolt clamp, 7º rise, 31.8mm
  • Grips
    Specialized Body Geometry XCT Men's, dual compound, Kraton rubber, closed end, 130mm
  • Headset
    Integrated 1-1/8"" upper and 1-1/2"" lower threadless, Campy-style, full cartridge bearings

FAQ

Q: Where to buy a 2012 Specialized Carve Expert 29?

The 2012 Specialized Carve Expert 29 may be purchased directly from Specialized.

Q: What size wheels does the 2012 Specialized Carve Expert 29 have?

The 2012 Specialized Carve Expert 29 has 29" wheels.

Q: What size 2012 Specialized Carve Expert 29 should I get?

The 2012 Specialized Carve Expert 29 comes in sizes 15.5", 17.5", 19", 21", 23". After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Specialized Carve Expert 29 size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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