I have been riding my old 1997 Specialized Ground Control on all sorts of trails for 18 years. It cost me $1,399 back in 1997 when I lived in Sacramento and biked on nearby trails and near Lake Tahoe.
Recently, when it came time to do maintenance, I took it to the nearby Summit Bicycles. The mechanics there told me that my bike was completely obsolete and that everything needed replacing. I would be better off getting a newer bike.
My old Specialized came with V-brakes - while today's mountain bikes all have hydraulic disc brakes. There were many modern suspension improvements also.
My long search for a replacement bike began. At first, I considered buying brand new - but the bike prices have appreciated dramatically. At the local shops, decent bikes with carbon frames were going for over $3k. I decided to look for a nice used bike on Craigslist.
After many fruitless searches, I found a decent bike - a 2011 Specialized Stumpjumper S-Works FSR Carbon Full Suspension in Pleasanton. It came loaded with all Shimano XTR and SRAM X0 components and looked in proper condition. After some price negotiation, I decided to buy it.
I tried out the new-to-me specialized FSR and liked it a lot. The disc brakes are more responsive, and the dropper post helps go downhill.
Recently, when it came time to do maintenance, I took it to the nearby Summit Bicycles. The mechanics there told me that my bike was completely obsolete and that everything needed replacing. I would be better off getting a newer bike.
My old Specialized came with V-brakes - while today's mountain bikes all have hydraulic disc brakes. There were many modern suspension improvements also.
My long search for a replacement bike began. At first, I considered buying brand new - but the bike prices have appreciated dramatically. At the local shops, decent bikes with carbon frames were going for over $3k. I decided to look for a nice used bike on Craigslist.
After many fruitless searches, I found a decent bike - a 2011 Specialized Stumpjumper S-Works FSR Carbon Full Suspension in Pleasanton. It came loaded with all Shimano XTR and SRAM X0 components and looked in proper condition. After some price negotiation, I decided to buy it.
Frame: Full CarbonOnce purchased, I took it to my local Los Gatos Bicycles bike shop for a thorough evaluation. The mechanics found the chain, cassette, and two chainrings worn out. I had everything replaced, but it cost me another $400.
Size: Med
Fork: Fox FutureShock w/ Brain
Rear Suspension: Fox FutureShock w/ Brain
Rear Derailleur: SRAM X0
Front Derailleur: Shimano XTR
Shifters: SRAM X0
Brakes: Shimano XTR (ICE Tech Rotors)
Cranks: Shimano XTR
Chain: Shimano XTR (replaced with Shimano XT)
Cassette: Shimano XTR (replaced with Shimano XT)
Headset: Cane Creek
Stemp: Thompson Elite X3
Handle Bar: Specialized Carbon
Seat Post: Rock Shox Reverb (Dropper Post)
Seat: WTB Pure V
Grips: Specialized Body Geometry (replaced)
Wheels: Roval Control E5
Tires: WTB Weirwolf 2.3
I tried out the new-to-me specialized FSR and liked it a lot. The disc brakes are more responsive, and the dropper post helps go downhill.
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