$4,899 - 2021 Specialized Stumpjumper EVO Expert Reviewed

Further refinement, greater adjustability, and 10mm of additional travel highlight the new Stumpjumper EVO – a ride Specialized is calling 'The Ultimate Trail Bike.' From park laps to big pedal missions, Vital MTB's Product Editor, Brandon Turman, tested it in a wide variety of terrain. Specialized Stumpjumper EVO Highlights: 29-inch wheels 150mm (5.9-inches) rear travel // 160mm (6.3-inches) front FACT 11m full carbon frame Asymmetrical design 210x55mm shock Short 44mm offset fork SWAT Door integration with storage pouch, water bladder, bottle cage, and tool Sealed cartridge bearing pivots Threaded bottom bracket Fully enclosed internal cable routing Boost front and rear axle spacing Replaceable UDH derailleur hanger Frame Weight: 6.1-pounds (2,750g, claimed, Size S4, with shock and hardware) Complete Weight: 30.8-pounds (14.0kg, actual, Size S3, Expert build, no pedals) Complete bikes are available in four standard builds starting at $4,099 USD, plus a limited-edition park model kitted out with a mullet setup and burlier fork. The Stumpjumper EVO also comes in a S-Works frameset option for those looking to create a custom rig. The fact that it is highly adjustable makes it ready for a huge range of rides – whether it's a big backcountry mission, pointing it down some secret steeps, or a day at the bike park. For the descent-loving rider, it's a great pick and right up Vital MTB's alley. Specialized didn't leave anything on the table with this one, delivering the full package with dialed details throughout, great handling, and much-improved suspension performance. Visit https://www.specialized.com for more details. Video by Ben Kraushaar and Brandon Turman