2016 Specialized Rhyme Expert Carbon - Small
The Rhyme FSR Expert Carbon is an aggressive, yet fun "all-mountain" bike that remains lightweight and playful trail bike that balances aggressive capability with a lightweight carbon chassis. It is designed for riders who want a bike that is easy to get over obstacles while being nimble in tight and technical switchbacks. The 150mm of travel and the RockShox Pike fork allow it to handle technical trails and the carbon frame coupled with the tuned suspension ensure it doesn't feel sluggish on long climbs. It was built on the same platform as the Stumpjumper and features specific suspension tune and geometry that is great for women and people of a smaller stature. The only item to note is that there is a small heel rub blemish on both stays, which can be seen in the pictures. Otherwise, the bike is in excellent condition, was just tuned, and just received a new chain and fresh grips.
- Frame: FACT 9m carbon front triangle with an M5 alloy rear. Features the SWAT Door integrated storage compartment inside the down tube for tools, tubes, and snacks.
- Fork: RockShox Pike RC fork with 150mm of travel
- Shock: FOX FLOAT Factory with Kashima coating
- Crankset: SRAM S-2200, carbon arms, PF30 spindle, 30T X-Sync ring, 170mm
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM X1, 11-speed, alloy cage
- Cassette: SRAM XG-1180, 11-speed, 10-42t
- Shifters: SRAM X1, 11-speed, trigger
- Brake Set: Shimano Deore XT Hydraulic Disc
- Chain: Shimano 11s
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM, PF30, OS press-in bearings
- Wheels: Roval Traverse 650b, alloy, 29mm internal width, 24/28h
- Rotors:
- Tires: Maxxis Ardent 27.4 x 2.4
- Stem: Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
- Handlebars: Specialized 7050 alloy
- Grips: ODI
- Seatpost: Thompson Masterpiece (alloy)
- Saddle: Specialized Avatar Expert
- Includes: Specialized side entry bottle cage / Shimano Saint flat pedals
Geometry:
The Small frame is ideally suited for riders between 5'0" and 5'5". Because the Rhyme was designed with a lower top tube, it offers excellent standover clearance (715mm), making it much easier to manage for smaller riders compared to a unisex Small or a 29er
- Stack: 582mm
- Reach: 383mm
- Effective Top Tube: 541mm
- Standover Height: 715mm
