2027 Specialized Rockhopper Sport Mountain Bike

2027 Specialized Rockhopper Sport Mountain Bike

Premium A1 Aluminum Hardtail | Shimano Hydraulic Disc Brakes | microSHIFT Advent 1x9

The 2027 Specialized Rockhopper Sport is a capable hardtail mountain bike built for riders looking to tackle everything from local singletrack to weekend adventures. Combining a lightweight Premium A1 butted aluminum frame, reliable Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, a microSHIFT Advent 1x9 drivetrain, and an SR Suntour XCM suspension fork, the Rockhopper Sport delivers confident handling, dependable performance, and exceptional value.

Designed with size-specific wheel and suspension tuning, every Rockhopper is engineered to provide balanced geometry and predictable handling across the full size range.

Lightweight Premium A1 Aluminum Frame

The Rockhopper Sport is built around Specialized's durable and lightweight Premium A1 butted aluminum frame, featuring:

• Hydroformed top and down tubes
• Internal cable routing
• Zero-stack head tube
• Replaceable alloy derailleur hanger
• Chainstay-mounted disc brake
• Stealth rack mounts
• Dropper post compatibility
• Forged 135x9mm rear dropouts

The result is a frame that's lightweight, durable, and ready for future upgrades.

Size-Specific Ride Performance

To provide the best handling for every rider, Specialized pairs each frame size with the ideal wheel size and suspension travel.

• XS & S: 27.5" Wheels
• M–XXL: 29" Wheels

The Rx Tune SR Suntour XCM fork also features size-specific travel and spring rates for consistent ride quality across every frame size.

SR Suntour XCM Suspension Fork

Designed for confidence on rough terrain.

Features include:

• 30mm stanchions
• Rx Tune damping
• Coil spring
• Lockout
• Quick-release axle
• 42mm offset
• 90mm or 100mm travel (size dependent)

Shimano Hydraulic Disc Brakes

Front and rear Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes provide:

• Excellent stopping power
• Smooth modulation
• Reliable all-weather performance
• 180mm front and rear rotors

microSHIFT Advent 1x9 Drivetrain

Simple, dependable shifting with wide-range gearing.

Features:

• microSHIFT Advent 9-speed shifter
• Advent clutch rear derailleur
• 11-46T cassette
• Quiet chain retention
• Wide gear range for climbing and descending

Durable Wheelset

Built for everyday trail riding.

• Specialized double-wall alloy rims
• 25mm internal width
• Hookless profile
• Formula sealed-bearing hubs
• Stainless steel spokes
• Quick-release front and rear

Ground Control Tires

Equipped with Specialized Ground Control T5 tires for dependable traction on a variety of trail surfaces.

• Front: 27.5/29 x 2.35
• Rear: 27.5/29 x 2.35

Trail-Ready Components

• Stout forged alloy 1x crankset
• Alloy mini-rise handlebar
• 3D forged alloy stem
• Specialized Trail lock-on grips
• Bridge Sport saddle
• Alloy 30.9mm seatpost
• Specialized platform pedals included

Technical Specifications

Frame

• Premium A1 Butted Aluminum
• Internal Cable Routing
• Zero-Stack Head Tube
• Dropper Post Compatible
• Replaceable Derailleur Hanger
• Stealth Rack Mounts

Suspension

• Fork: SR Suntour XCM
• Coil Spring
• Lockout
• Rx Tune
• 30mm Stanchions
• 90–100mm Travel (Size Specific)

Brakes

• Shimano BR-MT200 Hydraulic Disc
• 180mm Front Rotor
• 180mm Rear Rotor

Drivetrain

• microSHIFT Advent 1x9
• Advent Clutch Rear Derailleur
• microSHIFT 11-46T Cassette
• KMC eGlide Chain
• Stout Forged Alloy Crankset

Wheels

• Specialized Double-Wall Alloy Rims
• 25mm Internal Width
• Formula Sealed Bearing Hubs
• Quick Release Axles

Tires

• Specialized Ground Control T5
• 2.35" Width

Available Sizes

Key Features

✔ Lightweight Premium A1 butted aluminum frame

✔ Size-specific wheel sizing and Rx Tune suspension

✔ SR Suntour XCM suspension fork with lockout

✔ Shimano BR-MT200 hydraulic disc brakes

✔ microSHIFT Advent 1x9 drivetrain with clutch derailleur

✔ Specialized Ground Control T5 tires

✔ Internal cable routing and dropper post compatibility

✔ Durable double-wall alloy wheelset

Ideal For

✔ Cross-country riding

✔ Trail riding

✔ Recreational mountain biking

✔ Fitness riding

✔ Weekend adventures

✔ Riders seeking an upgrade-ready hardtail

Why Choose the 2027 Rockhopper Sport?

• Lightweight yet durable Premium A1 aluminum frame
• Reliable Shimano hydraulic braking performance
• Wide-range microSHIFT Advent drivetrain for varied terrain
• Size-specific geometry and suspension tuning for improved ride quality
• Trail-ready components with future upgrade potential
• Trusted Specialized engineering backed by decades of mountain bike innovation

The 2027 Specialized Rockhopper Sport delivers confident trail performance, dependable components, and exceptional value in one versatile hardtail. Whether you're exploring local singletrack, building fitness, or tackling weekend adventures, the Rockhopper Sport is ready to perform with the quality and ride experience Specialized is known for.