Like a lot of people, my first ‘proper’ mountain bike was a Specialized Rockhopper hardtail. It has been an entry-level fixture in the brand’s line up since 1985 and has brought thousands of riders into the sport as a simple, value offering for novice riders.

For 2021, Specialized is updating the hardtail with a new frame that brings it more in line with modern trends and geometries. Specialized mentions the “stiff competition” it is facing in this category so has worked hard on delivering a high value, entry level bike.

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