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[Bike Check] Mitch Ropelato’s Specialized Stumpjumper

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Stumpy 650b.  150mm travel with a 160mm fork up front.
Stumpy 650b. 150mm travel with a 160mm fork up front.
Mostly SRAM drivetrain with the exception of the S-Work Cranks.
Mostly SRAM drivetrain with the exception of the S-Work Cranks.
S-Works Power saddle in the flagship carbon offering.  We're testing the comp version at the moment.  It's sweet so far.
S-Works Power saddle in the flagship carbon offering. We’re testing the comp version at the moment. It’s sweet so far.
Extra soft ODI lock ons and a 38mm rise S-Works DH bar.  We're also testing that.
Extra soft ODI lock ons and a 38mm rise S-Works DH bar. We’re also testing that.
Downtube protection.
Downtube protection.
Beautified SWAT door.
Beautified SWAT door.
200mm rotors front and rear.  It rained all day yesterday so things are going to be wild.
200mm rotors front and rear. It rained all day yesterday so things are going to be wild.
Crooked seat.  Oh Mitch.
Crooked seat. Oh Mitch.

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Rider's view.
Rider’s view.
Specialized have their own upper guide block that's super lightweight and connects to their frame in just 2 of the 3 ISCG holes.
Specialized have their own upper guide block that’s super lightweight and connects to their frame in just 2 of the 3 ISCG holes.

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