Light on weight but loaded with technology, the Stumpjumper FSR Comp is nimble yet stable, efficient but burly, and ready for virtually any trail.
Custom Fox Triad II rear shock tackles all trail conditions with its 3-position, on-the-fly adjuster that includes lockout, fully open, and efficient ProPedal settings
RockShox Revelation RL 140mm Dual Air fork has Motion Control damping, rebound/compression adjustment, and external lockout for endless rock garden bliss
DT Swiss X420SL 24mm-wide rims are sturdy and lightweight - strong enough to handle complex singletrack, yet light enough to make the climb out effortless
Both 2Bliss Ready, the S-Works Purgatory 2.2" front tire works in concert with The Captain Control 2.0" rear tire to deliver exceptional traction for pinpoint cornering and braking in varied conditions
Avid Elixir R SL lightweight hydraulic disc brakes/levers with alloy backed semi-metallic pads and tool-free reach adjust for superb control and modulation
Strengths: Great all rounder. Climbs, descents and technical sections are more than capable. I bought the bike new at the end of 2004. Got a great deal on an brand new demo bike that had been sitting in the box all year, size is XL (which was the largest at the time). Came with capable component group and top of the line XTR rear derailleur, which is still shifting crisp and smooth as day one. Bike looks nice, has durable paint and can take a beating.
Weaknesses: Rear shock and hinge location make it a dirt magnet. Had to replace the rear shock bushing a couple times now.
Bottom Line:
After 8 years I'm thinking about getting a second bike, something with a bit more of all all-mountain purpose. I will definitely consider the new Stumpjumper with more travel (130-150 vs 100mm) and a more relaxed frame geometry.
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Submitted by
grider12
a Cross Country Rider
from El Dorado Hills, CA, USA
Date Reviewed: March 27, 2012
Strengths: -Amazing descending abilities
-Very good climber
-Specced very well for the price
-Very good suspension
Weaknesses: -Saddle could be better
Bottom Line:
This is THE bike for this price range. It does what my freeride bike did better, and it is faster than my xc bike so that is a major plus! Took it out on the trails that i usually ride my SX Trail on and it did way better. Cannot believe this bike so far! Love the purgatory tire on the front it is very grippy. I ride light dh to xc races and it has performed amazing in both those categories. Overall no other bike beats this bike for the price.
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GrazzRootz
a Cross Country Rider
from Tampa, FL
Date Reviewed: December 2, 2011
Strengths: Rear shock, Crank, Brakes, Shifters
Weaknesses: Grips
Bottom Line:
This is a sweet ride. Got a great deal on it. If you can find one it beats everything in its price range by a mile. Couldn't ask for a better bike. Makes me wish I could ride everyday. I found myself able to conquer technical parts of the trail that I never could on my hardtail.
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SRAM xo is beast
a Cross Country Rider
from Denver,Colorado
Date Reviewed: October 25, 2011
Strengths: I have the S-WORKS version and it works great. Super light and full of suspension. This is the best bike I have ever ridden. It's very stiff and components are great.
Weaknesses: None,already used for over 400 miles
Bottom Line:
Awesome and will recommend to anyone who is serious about racing.
The bike has a great frame, I bought the comp because I knew that I would be replacing every thing. The upgrade to xo group was worth it! These bikes should come tubless, this should be a standard. Also with any bike purchase you should have a choice of seat size, one size does not fit all! In conclusion, the bike has decent stock components for an entry level model. I would purchase again if I had to do it again
Bike Setup: race face carbon; bars & post
sram xo group
serfas monaco ti saddle
stans tubeless
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Submitted by
ismaelo94
a Weekend Warrior
from charlotte, nc
Date Reviewed: September 22, 2011
Strengths: Light weight, good components, nice looking bike.
Weaknesses: My bike is 2011, so no taper head tube, proprietary rear shock links. Basically, the hole idea of making it so hard to upgrade the bike with non-specialized components or hardware.
Bottom Line:
Don't get me wrong. This is a nice bike. It rides like a dream. Nice shock setup. My only problem with specialized is that their head tube fell behind to other bike makers and just 2012 models come with taper head tube. All the ones who own prior models to 2012 are getting stuck with their frames because their head tubes are not upgradable to be able to take the increasingly popular tapered forks. Another bad point is that their rear shock comes attached to the frame with a specialized proprietary link, so no way to upgrade rear shock.
Favorite Trail: US National whitewater center trails
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$2000.00
Purchased At: Bikesource
Similar Products Used: santacruz blur lt, trek fuel ex8
Bike Setup: rockshox revelation rl, avid elixir r, specialized-fox triad ii, 1 1/8 campy style head tube, sram x7 front derailleur, sram x9 rear derailleur.
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havanother
a Cross Country Rider
from Wellington New Zealand
Date Reviewed: September 15, 2011
Strengths: Great frame. Rides brilliantly. Reasonably light for the travel. Excellent climber.
Weaknesses: Everything other than the frame.
Bottom Line:
This bike has had great reviews. But I must've got the bike made on Friday afternoon.
With only periodic light use, I've had to replace the seat twice, the brakes failed completely and had to be replaced under warrantee, and the derailleur has never shifted smoothly despite replacing all the cables. Even the chain has had to be replaced. It's all SRAM and I have to say, I'm not impressed. How does a SRAM chain and derailleur 'wear out' after 6 months light use when I've got XT stuff that's working fine after 6 years? How is it my Jamis hardtail has the same wheelset that came with the bike, and my Specialized which cost literally twice the price, had wobbly wheels after 2 weeks? After several busted spokes, I've had to rebuild the whole wheel. I guess it happens, but with all the things that have gone wrong with this bike, it doesn't feel like a bit of bad luck, it feels like a good frame with seriously cheap'n'nasty parts.
I really want to give this bike the lowest rating possible, but you know, I can't bring myself to do it. The people have spoken, and they are right. The thing rides like magic. But seriously, the gear sucks.
Similar Products Used: Jamis Dakar, Jamis Dragon, Marin, other Specialized bikes.
Bike Setup: Stock, but am in the process of replacing pretty much everything.
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Submitted by
dvn
a Cross Country Rider
from Mechanicville, NY, USA
Date Reviewed: September 11, 2011
Strengths: Great handling and suspension. Amazing climbing ability.
Weaknesses: Pedal strikes.
Bottom Line:
This bike impresses me every time I take it out. I was instantly comfortable on it. The rear suspension is amazing in its ability to find traction on rocky, rooty technical climbs. On my first ride to a favorite area, I was able to clear several technical sections that I had never cleared before. The fork seems great as well. I, unlike some other reviewers, find the seat to be very comfortable and the tires work great for my riding areas. The only negative comment I could make is I've been experiencing more pedal strikes than usual. It's not a big deal and I am already adjusting my riding style to compensate. A small price to pay for an otherwise stellar package!
Strengths: -Awesome look/design
-Great components
-Climbs very well, almost as good at my last HT (Rockhopper)
-Very fast and nimble downhill and cross country
-Can take pretty much anything you can throw at it
-Lightweight
-Propedal is a great feature adds a strong aspect to climbing and cross country riding
-Improved my riding pace significantly over my last bike
Weaknesses: -The saddle is terrible, around a dozen rides in a month and my rear has not adjusted (new WTB on the way)
-Tires are not great. Front Specialized Purgatory is OK, I replaced rear Specialized Captain with WTB velociraptor and noticed a differece in handling almost immediately
Bottom Line:
I can't imagine a better bike for the price. I am riding significantly faster now downhill and my pedaling efficiency did not take a hit as much as I thought compared to my hardtail. Very pleased with this bike so far.
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FSR.Dude
a Weekend Warrior
from L.A., CA
Date Reviewed: June 29, 2011
Strengths: Very neutral handling - excellent handling on tight singletrack as well as fast fireroad descents. Great on climbs. Triad, despite reading some neg. reviews, I have found to be an excellent shock, and the 3 settings are outstanding. Very good fork, too - plus, good amt of travel, virtually no stiction. Very good component selection.
Weaknesses: I can't really say weight because for this type of bike, its weight is quite reasonable and expected. You'd have to pay much more to bring its weight down significantly, and I don't think it's worth all the added expense because the bike is excellent as-is.
Bottom Line:
Excellent bike. I am so pleased and happy with this bike that I can't imagine ever needing or wanting to buy another mtn bike, save an Ibis SL, SL-R, or HD 160. It is an absolute pleasure to ride this bike, no matter where or what kind of terrain/trail that I ride. I plan to do some riding at Big Bear (Snow Summit) this summer on this bike, and its suspension is definitely plush and adequate enough to handle anything I throw at it.
Similar Products Used: DBR V-Link 1.0, DBR V-Link Pro carbon fiber, Mongoose Amplifier 2, Schwinn Rocket 88 Disc.
Bike Setup: All stock, except I switched out the saddle (needed a little more padding than stock saddle) and added my favorite clipless pedals (Shimano 747).
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Submitted by
egsavio
a Weekend Warrior
from Florianópolis
Date Reviewed: June 3, 2011
Strengths: Amazing geometry and suspension system.
Weaknesses: Cheap hubs
Bottom Line:
If you are in Brazil, take care. I bought the 2011 comp. After two rides the rear hub broke. The warranty was not respected. I'm very disappointed with Specialized. After that I bought GT Fury instead Demo. Thanks Specialized...
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WEWarrier
a Weekend Warrior
from UT, USA
Date Reviewed: April 12, 2011
Strengths: Rider body position is a bit more upright than prone. Specialized really got this right. If you are getting neck pain from being prone on your bike, the Stumpy FSRs are fantastic. Slightly upright ride position gets your butt down for better downhill position - and saves your neck! Racers and XC riders may want a 0% rise and a ride that is more prone, but most weekend warriers will prefer skipping the neck pain and enjoy the rides better on the stock Stumpy setup.
The rear suspension is fantastic. The Fox Triad gives you the option of full-open suspension, pro-pedal for steep climbs, or lock-out.
Also, great pedal platform, especially with pro-pedal on climbs. Plush suspension, reasonable weight for the price.
Weaknesses: I prefer a simple front fork with less adjustability, less, weight and less to go wrong. Not that the Fox Talas is a bad front, I just prefer simple and light.
The only other gripe is that there is not a remote for the rear suspension. While the pro-pedal switch is not too tough to flip, it would be much more convenient if it were on the handset.
Bottom Line:
This bike just feels good. There isn't another bike in the same price range that is even close.
If you can find one, get the 2010. The 3 x 9 gearing is a plus when on-road and you don't need the brain (more weight, something else to go wrong on the trail, hard to dial-in right on the trail) and it will cost you an addition $300 plus, probably more like $600-800 because you can find the 2010s on closeout.
Comment on the 3 x 9 vs 2 x 10: Inspite of what you will see elsewhere, the 3 x 9 on a 26" wheeled bike gives you a 3% lower granny gear, smaller steps between gears, about the same number of double shifts to hit a reasonable gear sequence, and a 22% taller high end (much better for getting home from the trail). The bike manufacturers claim the 2 x 10 saves weight, but it mostly saves them cost. Most weekend warriers will likely prefer keeping their high end gears and the smidge lower granny for a few ounces of weight. Sadly, the 2 x 10 is being crammed down consumers throats. Just last night I was wishing I had an even TALLER top gear. So enjoy the 3 x 9 setup while you can. If you want it in the future, you will likely have to customize, a swap that will cost $100-200 or more.
Weaknesses: Rear Wheel Set, Rear Brakes, Company Customer Support
Bottom Line:
Rear Avid Elixir brakes on my 2009 model screamed like a banshee with a lot of vibration. The only thing that would stop it was a new rotor and semi metallic pads. Spokes on the DT Swiss rear wheel began breaking a few months after I got the bike. Specialized warranted out the wheel set to a new DT Swiss of the same model. Spokes began breaking within a few months on the new set. Returned to LBS who contacted Specialized. Specialized refused to do anything. I called Specialized and was told "the bike shop did not prove to them there is a manufacturing defect." I told the guy I didn't want another bike, just a wheel set that doesn't break. Needless to say, I am not a happy camper and will not own another Specialized product. I paid to have the rear wheel rebuilt with a Mavic rim and new spokes.
Similar Products Used: 2007 Stumpy Comp, Fisher Sugar
Bike Setup: Stock
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Submitted by
SlowbutSure
a Weekend Warrior
from Phoenix, AZ
Date Reviewed: January 31, 2011
Strengths: This bike is light weight, has very good components, the suspension is wonderful especially with the propedal, good tires and did I mention light weight
Weaknesses: On my bike the rear brake can make some noise but not enough to complain about. I would also like wider handlebars
Bottom Line:
This bike is so much better than my old bike. It only weighs 4 pounds less but what a differance that makes. I like the ability to turn on propedal when climbing and turning it back to open for the decent. I wanted a new trail bike and this bike meets all my expectations and then some. I am glad I did not spend more on another bike because this one is great.
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NunyaBiznes
a Weekend Warrior
from PNW
Date Reviewed: January 12, 2011
Strengths: Perfect geometry, relatively light, climbs as good as it decends, great component spec, the whole bike just "feels" right.
Weaknesses: No 15mm thru-axle
Bottom Line:
Just switched from a 2009 Trek Remedy 9, 17.5" to the 2011 Specialized Stumpjumper Comp. It climbs a lot better, the geometry is more suited for my height/weight (5" 11"/165 lbs.), and the rear suspension feels more active.
I was looking at getting the Trek Fuel EX8 as well, but it had too many low spec components and the geometry/suspension just didn't feel as good (yes, the bike shop setup the suspension right for my weight), and I didn't really want to drop down to 120mm travel. Switching test rides from the Fuel EX to the Stumpjumper was a night and day difference. It made my decision very easy.
The component spec is very good on this bike and if I was just looking for my first bike, I wouldn't worry about changing anything. But as you can see, I did switch out a few parts right away (because I had them on hand).
If I was looking for another AM bike to take to Whistler, or ride the North Shore, then the new Enduro would have been better suited. But if you want a bike to ride fast up and down the mountain, go on epic rides, and just plain ride your bike whenever, then the new Stumpjumper is the bike to get!
