If you own a specialized bike with a future shock, listen up. Its lightweight aluminum frame has a balanced geometry that is perfectly matched to 650b wheels for a ride that is lively on climbs and dialed on descents. Combined, you get a bike thats extremely versatile, making it equally capable on the climbs and descents. Every crack, every pothole, every rough patch and bit of chip seal the. Specialized began making its popular ground control fsr bikes back in 1997. After three months of heavy summer use including banging across many cattle grids, some rough topdressed tarmac and some big outofthesaddle climbs the crack has not grown or changed one little bit. The frame if metal may have minor, aesthetic dings. Ride it all with newfound confidence aboard specializeds pitch 650b. That spot where the bike path turns from concrete to dirt.
Anyone had to use the specialized lifetime frame warranty. Pitch hardtail is dialled for everything from meandering terrain to single track. I was riding on flat when i looked down and saw a crack where the seat stay and the seat tube are welded together. Jul 21, 2010 i have a 2006 sworks epic carbon mountain bike from specialized. They may miss a pitch now and then that should be called a strike. Apparently, the steerer tube collar on some of these bikes may crack as a result of stress corrosion. Specialized tried to make me do that when i got a crack in on of my chain stays luckily my lbs is awesome and fought back and i got a free replacement frame. I believe its due to flex in the frame, but specialized refuse to warrant it with the excuse that its not a manufacturing fault. The specialized pitch 650b is an entry level sport hard tail. I have never ever dropped the bike or crashed it in any ways. If you liked the video please comment, like, and subscribe. Remember, that if you are framing a pitch, the pitch is a borderline strike anyway. Shop the latest range of specialized parts and components delivered free to the uk mainland. When it comes down to finetuning your dream bike, look no further than our full line of bicycle components.
I recently noticed a crack in my frame specialized pitch comp and im trying to decide what to do i ride my bike a lot and very hard so not addressing it is not an option. In addition, broken or cracked carbon frames can often be repaired to full strength, while. Specialized pitch upgradeshelp needed pinkbike forum. It is instead endowed with a fully customised, bespoke approach to high end mountain biking which will make it feel like it has been built just for you. Specializeds pitch 650b is the perfect bike to introduce yourself to the world of mountain biking thanks to its solid aluminum frame, excellent geometry, and high value for money. It features a light aluminum frame thats equal parts performancedriven and durable, while all of the components have been mindfully. Specialized, is a major american brand of bicycles and related products.
Thought forum members might be interested in an update on this, since it could affect a few of us with carbon frames. Engineers also put specializeds inhouse wind tunnel to use. It features a light aluminum frame thats equal parts performancedriven and durable, while all of the components have been mindfully selected for their capability and long term strength. The 10 things you didnt know about carbon fiber bicycling. The specialized pitch sport 650b is an affordable way to hit the trails in style. Jan 09, 2019 if you own a specialized bike with a future shock, listen up. Shimano pdm545 spd pedals chrome one small scratch on seat stay wired for cateye cycle computer. Reading the current specialized warranty policy id say you are covered.
Specialized pitch sport the frame is constructed from lightweight a1 premium aluminum in order to provide a compliant, durable platform to support our acclaimed sport trail 650b geometry. Cracked frame can i get a warranty replacement specialized. My teammate who is a mechanic said its just outer damage, they tapped along the frame without hearing a change in pitch. Pitch pro with fox talas 140 fit terralogic mavic custom wheels. Sep 10, 2016 hello youtube its california mtb here with another upload. Today, specialized produces a full range of highend and entrylevel road bikes, mountain bikes, commutercity bikes, childrens bikes, and bmx bikes. The pitch 650b features everything you need to start getting off the road and out on some trails. Up front, an sr suntour suspension fork soaks up the bumps, allowing the sturdy aluminum wheels to keep charging down the trail. Strong, sensitive type oldschool strongmen have nothing on our a1 premium aluminum frame. The frame or fork or components or accessories have cosmetic blemishes. Specialized sworks epic carbon frame damage, not from. So i just found out i have a crack on the top tube of my 2014 specialized epic elite, it is a carbon frame. At specialized, our first guiding principle is that the rider is the boss. French bike builder look produced a carbonfiber frame in 1986, and it gained.
Dec 17, 2019 i recently noticed a crack in my frame specialized pitch comp and im trying to decide what to do i ride my bike a lot and very hard so not addressing it is not an option. Only one way to find out for sure though contact specialized and ask. Reliable shimano components handle shifting, and parts from kmc, tektro, sunrace, and specialized finish things off. Its on the rear support bar right behind the seat post. Within the specialized inventory the pitch has always been in the enduros shadow, as an entrylevel bike into their successful fsr suspension linkage on an all mountain trail bike platform, but at. The specialized pitch fsr pro never has that offtheshelf, cobbled together feeling that some other bikes can posses. One month old specialized pitch pro dark greysilver, fox rp2 rear shock, rockshox pike 351 front fork, avid juicy 4 rsl brakes, sram x9 shimano slx with a few distinguishing features. With this in mind, specialized s pitch expert 650b features a hardtail design that keeps the rear end of the bike planted to the trail under effort, while the acclaimed sport trail 650b geometry ensures that youll feel comfortable and confident in the process. I believe on fs frames the rear triangle is warrantied for 2 or 3 years, but. The pitch sport is made to explore beyond, with a sturdy aluminum frame, smoothriding front suspension, grippy tires for loose surfaces, and surestopping hydraulic disc brakes to keep you under control.
The pitch features a tough alloy frame and a plush suntour fork. Specialized frame warranty cracked alu seat tube bicycles stack. Specialized claims my carbon frame was cracked by the rear derailleur, and will not warranty the frame. Specialized2018pitchexpert650bhardtailmountainbike. Specialized pitch 650b, 2017, xs, blackblue bikeparts. But carbon fiber frames and parts are also made in us bike factories zipps and occasionally treks.
Its on the rear support bar right behind the seat post between the rear tire. With their gapfree range of exemplary bikes, strong and visible marketing, thorough array of parts and accessories and their excellent inhouse components, its no wonder these guys sit so high in the mountain bike food chain. Our priority is to serve our riders with the most innovative cycling products in the world, and to stand behind the products that we sell. The 2018 specialized mens pitch comp 650b gloss blackacid kiwiacid mint buy bikes online, enquire or visit your local specialized concept store today. A lightweight aluminum frame with balanced geometry is matched to 650b wheels for a ride that. Bicycle is free of major mechanical issues but may require some service, a tune up is recommended. Hidden rack mounts, a kickstand mount, and a frame thats 200 grams lighter than ever before make the pitch super versatile without sacrificing anything to performance. It is instead endowed with a fully customised, bespoke approach to high end mountain biking which.
The specialized pitch fsr comp is a full suspension mountain bike which combines effortless offroad performance with a price which is sure to put a smile on your face. If you find a crack in your frame find your way to our carbon repair form link below. Should i worry about a chipped carbon mountain bike frame. Specialized pitch 2018 hardtail mountain bike grey. Specialized pitch 650b mountain bike 2016 hardtail mtb tredz.
I have a year 2000 specialized allez comp road bike, which has a hairline crack on the right chain stay. Since my riding style caters more to the downhills, the 90mm stem was a bit awkward when i wanted to manual or jump so i put a 40mm on it and now its perfect. Feb 29, 2012 pitch pro with fox talas 140 fit terralogic mavic custom wheels. Enjoy a whole new experience on the trail with specializeds pitch sport 650b.
My tarmac road bike developed a crack at just under 2 years old. Specialized pitch 650b mountain bike 2016 hardtail mtb. Specialized do a lifetime warranty on frames, a friend of mine just had his 2003 enduro frame replaced due to a crack. Specialized pitch expert 650b bicycles, inc hurst fort. Find great local deals on specialized pitch for sale shop hasslefree with gumtree. I was charged the rebuild price for a rebuild after the frame cracked after 3. Hello youtube its california mtb here with another upload. The other day while i was racing my specialized stumpjumper i noticed a chip on the frame. This bike is intended to get people into riding and is usually the first purchase a new.
Cracked frame specialized dolce sport a1 max youtube. Jun 03, 2014 engineers also put specialized s inhouse wind tunnel to use. Return specialized pitch 650b 2017 mountain bike black xl. Right now, hes borrowing my hardtail until i can replace his frame. Cracked frame specialized dolce sport a1 max bike check bikemanforu. Specialized tarmac cracked frame warranty replacement and upgrade must watch. Eriks bike shop, snowboard shop, ski shop bike, ski. Specialized announces steerer tube collar recall for roubaix. On the other hand if one section of frame cracked without delamination i would question what other areas of the frame are weak to create the torsion force to crack a carbon tube. The pitch was the 20072009 enduro with a cheaper to produce straight top tube and a. With this in mind, specializeds pitch expert 650b features a hardtail design that keeps the rear end of the bike planted to the trail under effort, while the acclaimed sport trail 650b geometry ensures that youll feel comfortable and confident in the process.
Apparently, few weeks ago when cleaning up my bike after a ride, i found two spiderweblooking cracks on the top tube. Aerodynamicist yu was able to subtly shape some frame tubes to reduce drag without significantly altering the bikes balanced ride. Paint is faded slightly andor slightly discolored and scratched. Yesterday i came across a mens specialized pitch sport 650b frame. On its own, it is quite brittle and prone to splitting and cracking. Find great local deals on specialized pitch sport for sale shop. Cracks and dents in other materials are typically easy to see, but fissures. Im not sure of the weight as i got mine as a frame only. The crack is about 2 cm long, i want to cut the seat tube on the crack their is just enough space for the clamp and plenty for the cut out on the backside but im not. I recommend that you inspect your batterys for hair cracks before the main crack occurs. To improve your shopping experience today and in the future, this site uses cookies. An inexpensive introduction to mountain biking pros disc brakes 650b wheels body geometry saddle.
Crack your road bikes frame jumping a set of doubles and thats. I have a 2006 sworks epic carbon mountain bike from specialized. Specialized claims my carbon frame was cracked by the rear. Specialized was founded in 1974 by mike sinyard, introduced the first major production mountain bike in the world, the stumpjumper, in 1981. Umpires are human and they make mistakes from time to time. This bike handles like more expensive xc bikes, but at a much more reasonable price. Brands like trek, specialized, and ibis also send their carbon fiber scrap. A lightweight aluminum frame with balanced geometry is matched to 650b wheels for a ride that is nimble on climbs and controlled on descents. Brand page featuring specialized road bikes, specialized mountain bikes. As specializeds test lab, director santiago morales says of counterfeits, its not. Specialized pitch 650b bicycles, inc hurst fort worth.
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