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2012 Santa Cruz Blur TR Carbon R XC vs 2012 Specialized Enduro EVO

The Santa Cruz Blur TR Carbon R XC is a Cross Country bike, while the Specialized Enduro EVO is a Trail bike. The Santa Cruz Blur TR Carbon R XC's frame is made from Carbon, while the Specialized Enduro EVO's is Aluminium / Alloy. The Santa Cruz Blur TR Carbon R XC has wheels, while the Specialized Enduro EVO has 26" wheels. The Santa Cruz Blur TR Carbon R XC has RockShox forks. The Santa Cruz Blur TR Carbon R XC retails for $4,141 USD, while the Specialized Enduro EVO retails for $2,750 USD. The Santa Cruz Blur TR Carbon R XC comes in S , M, L, XL, while the Specialized Enduro EVO comes in S, M, L, XL.

  • Description
  • Buy
  • Frameset
  • Frame Material
  • Frame
  • Fork
  • Shock
  • Motor
  • Battery
  • Wheels
  • Hubs
  • Wheels
  • Wheel Size
  • Spokes
  • Tires
  • Drivetrain
  • Chain
  • Crank
  • Bottom Bracket
  • Front Derailleur
  • Rear Derailleur
  • Shifters
  • Cassette
  • Pedals
  • Components
  • Brakeset
  • Brakeset Brand
  • Handlebar
  • Saddle
  • Seatpost
  • Stem
  • Grips
  • Headset
  • Rock Shox Sektor SA r 130 taper, 130mm
  • Fox Float RP 23
  • Shimano M756 hubs (XT)
  • Mavic XM 119 disc rims
  • DT 14 gauge spokes, brass nipples
  • Maxxis Crossmark 2.1 folding
  • 16.9, , 24/32/42 10spd, Shimano HG 74 10spd
  • Shimano M552
  • 13.1,
  • Shimano M780 or M781 (XT) 10 spd
  • Shimano M780 SGS (XT) 10spd
  • Shimano M660 (SLX) 10spd
  • Avid Elixir 5's w/ 160mm rotors, Avid Elixir 5
  • TruVativ Stylo Team 680mm
  • WTB Volt Race
  • Easton EA30, 30.9, , 30.9,
  • TruVativ Stylo Race, 31.8mm
  • Lizard Skin Charger
  • Cane Creek 10
  • M5 alloy, fully manipulated frame w/ ORE TT/ DT, tapered and forged HT , ISCG mount, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 160mm travel
  • X-Fusion Vengeance, coil spring, tapered alloy steerer , reb adj., 20mm thru-axle, 170mm travel, 170mm
  • Custom X-Fusion Vector R, coil over w/piggy back, adj. rebound , Spring rate S: 450, M: 500, L: 550, XL: 600
  • Specialized Hi Lo disc, laser-etched logo, sealed cartridge bearing , 20mm thru-axle, 32h Specialized Hi Lo 142+ disc, laser-etched logo, double-sealed cartridge bearing, 12mm thru-axle, 32h
  • Roval 26, 28mm w/ eyelets, 32h
  • 26"
  • Specialized Butcher Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready , aramid bead, dual-compound, 26x2.3" Specialized Purgatory Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready aramid bead, dual compound, 26x2.2"
  • 419mm, , KMC X-10, 10-speed, w/ reusable Missing Link, nickel plates
  • Custom SRAM S-1250, 9-speed AM double, GXP spindle, with shift guide, S: 170mm, others: 175mm
  • 352mm, SRAM GXP, outboard bearing
  • SRAM X7, 10-speed, S1 direct mount for DMD
  • SRAM X7, 10-speed, mid cage
  • SRAM X5, 10-speed, trigger
  • Custom Avid Elixir 5 SL, hydraulic disc, alloy backed semi-metallic pad , HS-1 rotor, 200mm Custom Avid Elixir 5 SL, hydraulic disc, alloy backed semi-metallic pad, HS-1 rotor, 185mm, Avid Elixir 5 SL hydraulic
  • Specialized DH low-rise bar, 6061 alloy, 750mm wide, 8º backsweep, 6º upsweep, 31.8mm
  • Henge Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm width
  • 2014 butted alloy, single bolt setback, 30.9mm, S/M: 350mm , others: 400mm, 30.9, 34.9mm clamp ID, 7050 hard anodized alloy collar w/ QR, black, 30.9, 34.9mm clamp ID, 7050 hard anodized alloy collar w/ QR, black
  • Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 31.8mm clamp , adjustable rise, S: 60mm, M: 60, L: 75 and XL: 90
  • Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Others: Grappler XL
  • 1-1/8 and 1-1/2" Threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2" lower, cartridge bearings

Why it pays to compare

Mountain Bikes are complicated machines.

They have parts from hundreds of different manufacturers, come in all shapes and sizes (and colours) and are all suited for different purposes. Choosing the right new (or used) Mountain Bike is a complicated, confusing and highly emotional (think buying a new car- the shiny red one is the best choice right?).

Comparing mountain bikes helps bring a bit of logic and reason into the decision process. Not only will comparing mountain bikes save you money, but you'll also find the bike most suitable to you, your riding style and your budget. Plus, when you do hit the Buy Now button, you'll have the confidence you're choosing the perfect bike for you.

It's easy to get carried away by the most rad looking frame, with the coolest paint job and the most aggressive new geometry, but the components are one of the most important things to consider.

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What to compare

Components

It's essential to know which components make up a bike. From there you can compare the differences, such as build quality, performance, features, weight and price. This takes some of the guesswork out of buying a mountain bike.

Here are the components that have the biggest impact on your ride. You should be paying particular attention to these:

  • Fork
  • Shock
  • Drivetrain (Derailleur, shifter, cranks, chain etc.)
  • Brakeset
  • Wheels
Price

Ultimately, for most of us, price is the deciding factor and you want to get the most bang for your buck. Comparing the price of mountain bikes, along with which components you're getting, helps you determine what you're actually paying for. Are you spending your hard-earned dollars on a quality bike frame, with quality components and a solid warranty? Or are you simply paying for a brand name?

Reviews

Nothing is more helpful than what real people think about a bike. It's the next best thing to riding one yourself. Reviews give you a real insight into how a bike actually rides, instead of just what the numbers seem to say about it.

Warranties

Different bike companies have different warranties. It's important to compare the length of these warranties, what they'll cover and who's covered.

How to compare

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