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The aluminium bike weighs a whopping 15.9 kilos! Some downhillers weigh less! The spec can't keep up with the mail-order bikes, but the Specialized Stumpjumper Evo at least has the powerful Code R brakes from Sram. The favourable Fox suspension works perfectly and is quickly adjusted. The geometry places the rider low on the bike thanks to the high BB drop value - as you would expect from the US label.
In the test, the Specialized Stumpjumper Evo quickly shows what it wants: to speed downhill. The wide cockpit paired with the potent suspension allows a lot of speed. The rear end reacts sensitively, has reserves and still provides pleasant feedback. No other trail bike in the test managed this so well. But the Stumpi Evo is not only fast, it can also be fun - provided you apply a bit of pressure. "Great handling, lots of confidence, quiet!", noted celebrity tester Bella Chen. As soon as the trail becomes flat and undulating, the weight inhibits propulsion. That costs all-rounder points. Uphills are still comfortable thanks to the steep seat angle, and the rear suspension doesn't bob even in open mode, something that no other bike has managed in this form.
STRENGTHS: Best rear triangle in the test, geometry, details (SWAT, quiet etc.)
WEAKNESSESWeight, Price
Conclusion
The Specialized Stumpjumper Evo is a first-class enduro bike. Uphills on mountain tours still work well despite the chubby weight. On undulating trails, however, it gets tough. Deduction of points!
Alternative to the Specialized Stumpjumper Evo Comp:
Stumpjumper Expert, price: 6900 Euro: The trail bike version of the Specialized Stumpjumper has 140/130 millimetres of travel, weighs in at a light 12.7 kilos and is ideal for tame laps around the house. However, it is the wrong choice for visits to the park.
Technical data Specialised Stumpjumper Evo Comp:
Manufacturer information
- Distribution Specialised
- Material / Sizes: Aluminium / S1, S2, S3 (tested size), S4, S5, S6
- Price / weight without pedals: 4200 Euro / 15.9 kg
Measurement data
- Front / rear suspension travel: 160 mm / 150 mm
- Rear suspension system: four-link
- Reach: 446 mm
- Stack: 627 mm
- BB drop: -36 mm
Equipment
- Fork / shock: Fox 36 Float Rhythm / Fox Float X Performance
- Cranks / gears: Sram NX Eagle / Sram GX Eagle
- Brake system: Sram Code R
- Wheels: Specialized hubs; Specialized rims
- Tyres: Specialized Butcher Grid Trail T9 2.3, / Specialized Eliminator Grid Trail T7 2.3v
Statement by Dimitri Lehner, FREERIDE editor-in-chief:
"It's a shame that the Stumpi (until model year 2019) is no longer available. It was the epitome of an all-rounder bike. Because the Stumpjumper Evo is an enduro bike and the new Stumpi (130/140 mm) is a firm trail bike."
Laurin Lehner
Editor
