1997 Specialized RockHopper

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1997 Specialized RockHopper

Catalogue specifications and reference material for the 1997 Specialized RockHopper. Use this record to identify an old bike and plan its next chapter.

Recorded use: Trail / mid-level

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Recorded specifications

Frame
Direct Drive Light double-butted CrMo frame
Fork
Direct Drive CrMo fork
Frame sizes
13.5, 15.5, 17, 18, 19, 20.5"
Colours
Team Red
Dark Blue
Drivetrain
Specialized Son of Strongarm crankset w/ Comp rings; Shimano Alivio front & STX rear derailleur; Grip Shift SRT-400 shifters (3x7 speed)
Brakes
Dia-Compe alloy Direct Pull V-brakes w/ Dia-Compe DP-7 3-finger levers
Wheels
Ritchey Rock SCX double wall rims w/ Specialized forged alloy front & Shimano rear hub

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1997 Specialized RockHopper