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2012

Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 29

Specialized Fate 2012

4000

Cross Country

Colour / Carbon/White

Size / 15, 17, 19

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At a glance

The 2012 Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 29 is an Cross Country Carbon mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, is priced at $4,000 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including 15, 17, 19 and a SRAM drivetrain. The bike is part of Specialized's Fate range of mountain bikes.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    2012 Fate HT FACT 8m carbon, FACT IS construction with women's 29" performance geometry, tubesets, and layup, tapered HT, carbon PF-30 BB, DMD, hollow carbon dropouts, replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
  • Fork
    RS/Specialized Sid 29 Brain, Brain Fade and rebound adj., alloy tapered crown/steerer, 80mm travel, 15": 51mm offset, 17"/19": 46mm offset, 80mm
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Roval Control 29, alloy disc, OS 28mm end caps, QR, 32h Roval Control 29 , QR, 32h
  • Wheels
    Roval Control 29, alloy disc, 26mm, 32h
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Spokes
    DT Swiss Competition 1.8/1.6mm stainless
  • Tires
    S-Works Renegade, 120 TPI, 2Bliss Ready aramid bead, dual-compound, 29x1.95"
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    436mm, , KMC X-10, 10-speed, w/ reusable Missing Link, nickel plates
  • Crank
    Custom SRAM S-1250, 10-speed XC double, PF30 spindle, 15": 165mm, 17": 170mm, 19": 175mm
  • Bottom Bracket
    304mm, SRAM GXP, outboard bearing, sealed cartridge
  • Front Derailleur
    SRAM X7, 10-speed, 34.9 clamp mount, top-pull
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM X0, 10-speed, mid cage
  • Shifters
    SRAM X9, 10-speed, trigger
Components
  • Brakeset
    Custom Avid X0 World Cup, hydraulic disc w/ Flex Hose, tool-less reach adj. and alloy blade, alloy backed semi-metal pad, Custom Avid X0 World Cup, hydraulic, tool-less reach adj.
  • Handlebar
    Specialized XC flat, 2014 butted alloy, 660mm wide, 8º back sweep, 31.8mm
  • Saddle
    Specialized Women's Body Geometry Jett Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
  • Seatpost
    2014 butted alloy, single bolt, 27.2mm, 15"/17": 350mm, others: 400mm, 30.9, 32.6mm clamp, one bolt for carbon frame/post, 30.9, 32.6mm clamp, one bolt for carbon frame/post
  • Stem
    Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise
  • Grips
    Specialized XC lock-on
  • Headset
    1-1/8 and 1-1/2" Threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2" lower bearing for tapered integrated HT, cartridge bearings

FAQ

Q: How much is a 2012 Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 29?

A 2012 Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 29 is typically priced around $4,000 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: Where to buy a 2012 Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 29?

The 2012 Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 29 may be purchased directly from Specialized.

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

The 2012 Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 29 has 29" wheels.

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

The 2012 Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 29 comes in sizes 15, 17, 19. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Specialized Fate Expert Carbon 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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