A LETTER from Mike I CONSIDER MYSELF LUCKY. It’s been 35 years, and I still couldn’t imagine doing anything else. Bikes are my passion, and I’m fortunate to be surrounded by a company of people who feel the same way and who
3 Who We Are / Contents
4 Mountain
6 FACT Mountain Technology
8 Suspension Technology
10 Suspension FSR 12 Epic Competitive XC 18 Stumpjumper Competitive XC Hardtail 20 Stumpjumper FSR XC Trail
want to spread that passion to others.
26 FSRxc XC Trail Our founding principle—to focus on the rider’s need for functional, technically advanced bikes and equipment that provide a true performance benefit—is at the heart of all of our products, but for 2009, it doesn’t get any better than the new Epic and Roubaix. The Roubaix is my favorite bike, and this year, it’s been redesigned
28 Enduro All Mountain 32 Pitch All Mountain 36 SX Trail Light Freeride 38 Demo Freeride & DH 40 BigHit Freeride & DH 42 P.Series Progressive Hardtail 44 P.AM Progressive Hardtail 48 Rockhopper Recreational XC Hardtail
to give riders an even greater performance advantage. We’ve said that
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nothing is smoother and faster, and Tom Boonen proved it when he
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won the Paris-Roubaix on our new S-Works Roubaix SL2. We’ve also taken the gold standard in cross-country racing, the Epic, and advanced its suspension technology, while cutting weight. The result? Christoph Sauser wins the XC World Championships on the only full suspension
56 Tarmac Competitive Road 62 Allez Competitive Road 64 Transition Triathlon/TT Racing 68 Roubaix Performance Endurance Road 74 Sequoia Recreational Endurance Road 76 Langster Velodrome/Fixed Gear Road 80 Tricross Freeroad
mountain bike that’s lived up to an XC title.
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everyone’s time on a bike better, and in 2009 and beyond, we’ll continue
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thinking of ways to make every pedal stroke more fun.
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See you out there!
96 BG F.I.T. 98 GLOBE 100 EQUIPMENT 102 Optics 106 Shoes 112 Roval Wheels 116 Helmets 122 Saddles 130 Tires 140 Apparel 152 Gloves 156 Bar Coverings 157 Computers 158 Pumps 160 Tools 161 Bags 162 Components
LETTING ‘ER RIP ON THE REPACK DOWNHILL IN MARIN COUNTY!
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A Mike Sinyard signature snapshot of two journalists kicking it old-style
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on the original Stumpjumper hardtail, on now-legendary dirt. 7609-0008
BMX / Youth
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including the Women’s line and Globe bikes—our passion is to make
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WHO WE ARE
Whether it’s through these bikes or any other Specialized products—
2009 SPECIALIZED CONSUMER CATALOG
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ROAD
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Functional Advanced Composite Technology The system that helps us make the world’s best composite road bikes. After winning the 2007 Tour de France Green sprinter’s jersey on our new Tarmac SL2, Team QuickStep’s leader Tom Boonen challenged us to deliver the perfect performance bike for conquering the cobbles of the legendary Paris-Roubaix race. Our global design, engineering and testing teams knew FACT, Functional Advanced Composite Technology, would be the only way to fulfill the lofty requests of Boonen and all other discerning road riders.
Through the use of FACT, our team created a Roubaix chassis that not only claims world-beating torsional rigidity and supremely efficient bottom bracket stiffness, but the greatest vertical compliance available. Tom liked it enough to win the 2008 edition of Paris-Roubaix. You’ll find that, no matter where or how you ride, FACT can make your next outing better.
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Because we’re a company filled with passionate cyclists, we understand the different kinds of experiences road riders expect when they head out the door. With those specific types of riding as a point of departure, our company uses the FACT process to infuse just the right blend of performance benefits in every FACT frame, including super high strength, race-winning efficiency, ultra dialed handling and, of course, super low weight.
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FACT is more than just a type of material that we use to construct frames and equipment. FACT is the process of combining disciplined engineering, cutting-edge fabrication techniques, appropriate material selection, round after round of prototyping and an endless cycle of testing to create composite bikes that are perfectly suited for the ways people actually ride.
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langster The way to get by in sprawling Tokyo, Japan—the Tokyo Langster.
velodrome | fixed-gear road
Velodrome / Fixed-Gear Road
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Built for rallying city streets and lapping racers at the velodrome, the light and lean Langster is as gutsy a ride as it gets—pure and simple, yet fast as hell. Sometimes one speed is all you need.
inside tech Not just for hardcore fixie riders, all of our Langster’s come with a freewheel and fixed gear cog for customizing your set-up whichever way you prefer. So even if you’re not into skidding to the light, any model Langster will work for you.
langster Seattle
langster Vegas
• The Compact Track Design of the Langster’s A1 Premium Aluminum frame is all about converting power into controlled speed
• The Compact Track Design of the Langster’s A1 Premium Aluminum frame is all about converting power into controlled speed
• The Langster carbon fiber fork offers a stiff yet vibration-damping ride
• The Langster carbon fiber fork offers a stiff yet vibration-damping ride
• The 3D-forged alloy Specialized Sport stem resists twisting even when you’re giving it all you got • The straightforward one-speed crankset features an alloy 42-tooth chainring
• The 3D-forged alloy Road Stem uses a 31.8mm bar clamp area for an extra-precise steering connection
• Custom coffee cup holder with handlebar mount
• The ergonomic shape and short drop of the Specialized handlebar create a comfortable ride
• The carbon-wrapped Specialized seatpost absorbs vibration
langster Tokyo • The Compact Track Design of the Langster’s A1 Premium Aluminum frame is all about converting power into controlled speed • The Langster carbon fiber fork offers a stiff yet vibration-damping ride • The 3D-forged alloy Road Stem uses a 31.8mm bar clamp area for an extra-precise steering connection • The S-Works Track handlebar is nicely rounded and super strong • The straightforward one-speed crankset features an alloy 42-tooth chainring Polished Silver
Grab a cup of Joe to go. Signature extras like the coffee holder and fenders on our Seattle Langster, gold stem on the Vegas Langster and handlebar bell on our San Francisco version, make every Langster that much more fun to ride with pride.
langster San Francisco
langster New York
langster
• The Compact Track Design of the Langster’s A1 Premium Aluminum frame is all about converting power into controlled speed
• The Compact Track Design of the Langster’s A1 Premium Aluminum frame is all about converting power into controlled speed
• The Compact Track Design of the Langster’s A1 Premium Aluminum frame is all about converting power into controlled speed
• The Langster carbon fiber fork offers a stiff yet vibration-damping ride
• The Langster carbon fiber fork offers a stiff yet vibration-damping ride
• The Langster carbon fiber fork offers a stiff yet vibration-damping ride
• The 3D-forged alloy Road Stem uses a 31.8mm bar clamp area for an extra-precise steering connection
• The 3D-forged alloy Road Stem uses a 31.8mm bar clamp area for an extra-precise steering connection
• The ergonomic shape and short drop of the Specialized handlebar create a comfortable ride
• The 400mm-wide flat bar gives upright control on busy city streets
• The 400mm-wide flat bar gives upright control on busy city streets
• The carbon-wrapped Specialized seatpost absorbs vibration
• The straightforward one-speed crankset features an alloy 42-tooth chainring
• The straightforward one-speed crankset features an alloy 42-tooth chainring
• The carbon-wrapped Specialized seatpost absorbs vibration
• The carbon-wrapped Specialized seatpost absorbs vibration
• The scientifically proven design of the Body Geometry Toupé makes it easy on your sensitive parts
velodrome | fixed-gear road
langster
• The carbon-wrapped Specialized seatpost absorbs vibration
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• The straightforward one-speed crankset features an alloy 42-tooth chainring
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