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Spy Photos: 29" Specialized MTB's!
posted by RoubaixRider at 04:45 PM on March 22, 2007
We were just emailed the spy photos you see here from our friends in the MTB division. If you can’t figure it out immediately, what you’re looking at is a 29" Specialized MTB tire, and a forging with "29" incorporated into it. They’ve kept this project on double-secret lockdown up until about two hours ago, and while details are still sketchy, we can say for certain that there are now rideable prototype Specialized 29” wheeled mountain bikes (with 29” Specialized MTB tires!)
We asked Brandon Sloan, our resident Mountain Bike product manager, for more details and he confirmed that “We could have introduced bikes with 29” wheels a year ago, but instead we remained focused on producing bikes within the 29” category that we felt were worthy of the Specialized name. So we looked at ALL the other design elements we could improve because of the larger wheel size. We discovered quite a few innovations that will make our 29” MTB’s really improve the rider’s experience when they’re out on the trails. Of course, this approach took us a little longer, but we are certain the results will prove it was worth the wait.”
Bikes? As in, “plural”? We asked Brandon how many different 29’ers there will be, and he just smiled and said we’ll have to wait until the summer to find out for sure. He wouldn’t talk about prices, specs, frame material, or other design details, but he promised more will get leaked to the club when they can get us info. We’ll keep everyone in the loop as soon as hear anything new. For now, we’re excited to hear there will be 29" MTB's to ride, and we can’t wait to throw a leg over one on the dirt someday soon!
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Comments (13)
09:44 PM on March 22, 2007 UTC mtnbdave wrote:
SWEET!!.....Lookin' forward to checking them out:)
11:46 PM on March 23, 2007 UTC Ben Ellett wrote:
WOAH! I can't wait to see a whole bike shot!
04:05 PM on March 24, 2007 UTC SquidBuzz wrote:
I guess my next bike purchase is on hold until these are announced.
06:33 PM on March 27, 2007 UTC Burgemeester (See www.Geoladders.com) wrote:
Just when you think Specialized has done all it can, we're in for another epic treat of quality eye candy! Splendid job lads!
10:31 PM on March 29, 2007 UTC RangerD wrote:
As a shop employee our sales are heavily fueled by Fisher's 29er's, but i must say it has been a long time coming and we all aer looking forward to that bike that pushes the antie as Specialized has always done. Looking forward to saddeling up on one this season. Arkansascycling.com !!!
10:01 PM on April 03, 2007 UTC PW Dave wrote:
Sorry guys. I just can't jump on the 29 craze. I'm happy with my Epic just as it is.
12:22 PM on April 07, 2007 UTC Epic Mike wrote:
I'm loving the idea of the 29ers, but I getting an Epic in under a month. After a test ride, I'm sold! Still 29 is a tempting number...
12:40 PM on May 02, 2007 UTC mtb jeff wrote:
All I need now is a 29er S-Works Carbon Hardtail ! sign me up
04:50 PM on May 04, 2007 UTC Shimanodog wrote:
Singlespeed OR geared?! NO E.B.B.? I'm in!!!! Finally, a 29'r geometry. Not just a 26" geo frame with 29" wheels!!! I saw the Stumpjumper HT at Sea Otter. SWEET!
04:50 PM on May 04, 2007 UTC Shimanodog wrote:
Singlespeed OR geared?! NO E.B.B.? I'm in!!!! Finally, a 29'r geometry. Not just a 26" geo frame with 29" wheels!!! I saw the Stumpjumper HT at Sea Otter. SWEET!
09:34 AM on May 14, 2007 UTC Exfit wrote:
Looking forward to special 29er, hard tail and full suspension!
05:10 AM on June 01, 2007 UTC ProEdgeBiker wrote:
Whats the big deal with 29'ers?
08:59 AM on December 10, 2007 UTC enrique morales wrote:
think i'll stick with the 26....