I know this is considered an entry level bike, but imo it’s more intermediate to even mid level( w few minor upgrades)! I couldn’t be happier w my purchase and the whole process buying directly from Specialized! I will be purchasing another bike soon for my young son!!

This bike is large enough for me and still fits the fork mount system in my Honda Ridgeline truck bed. Great bike with many nice features. Specialized let me return my 29er that was too large to fit in the truck bed. Great customer service.

Things to note: 1) This bike is difficult to bunnyhop but very easy to ride fast on pavement due to being ever-so-slightly more "leaned over" in riding position. 2) The bike is the best dang deal around. Period. But, don't expect the mentions of "light" to be what you would get at a higher price point. 3) The brown and green color options look different in person than they do on the Specialized site (I cannot speak to the light blue). 4) If your legs are strong or you happen to be riding this bike downhill on a paved surface, it is likely that you will be maxing out the gears (riding on the highest gear/smallest rear cog). Overall, I couldn't be happier with the purchase. This bike will get me outside, have me riding happily, and leave my budget friendly to upgrades and adjustments/new parts. Highly recommended!

Frame checks out as good, though there were a few factory marks QC missed. Stout chainring/crankset is single use only, which is a bit disappointing from a sustainability perspective. The bikes ride well. Hub engagement is the only real letdown and not many options to upgrade with this axle size.

Rides like glass, can take off of cliffs, and can even pedal uphill relatively easily! Super lightweight bike and it just feels incredible.

11 speed Deore and an air fork is great value at this price point. Thru axles, boost sizing, and modern geometry would be nice to have but no one is offering that at this price. It’s a great bike to get into the sport.

Happy with the bike! It is sufficiently capable to handle any trail without being excessively expensive. There is enough low gearing for the steepest of climbs and while there could be another 1/2 gear higher for high speed downhills, it's hardly worth mentioning. I know the industry is leaning towards 29ers but I like the quicker handling of the 27.5s and am glad I got them on a medium frame. The brakes are good and the tires are the perfect size. For personalization mods, I cut down the wide handlebars and put a suspension seat post on. It's not the lightest for being a hardtail, but overall it's a good value.

This bike is so nice and smooth. It is perfect for the price and has a great fork. I would recommend nicer tires or going tubeless. Other than that this bike is amazing on all levels. Would recommend to anyone who is really trying to get into mountain biking!!!

Overall a well designed and built bike. Front cranks are cheap and throw away when worn out. Worst aspect is the amount of freewheel play. Will upgrade the wheels so maybe be better just to buy a more expensive model in the first instance.

love this bike really like recommend to any one who wants real bike

Would definitely recommend this to anyone who is looking to get into mountain biking and not sure if they want to try jumps but would not recommend taking it on anything my than a 2 foot drop or 5 foot table jump other than that very good for xc and tech climbs I struggle with the descents on tech but that is because I’m not at that skill yet other than that do not do medium sized jumps or drops it will fold like it it did to my rockhopper

Bought as a gift and she loves it

Very happy with the new bike. Great to ride and the pre-delivery and service from John Beasley Cycles was first class

I couldn’t be happier with specialized. Love my rockhopper elite and helmet. Everything was shipped fast.

Love: the range of frame sizes... The amazing range means anyone can get a Rockhopper that fits. Love: paint, decals, and finish materials and choices... The Rockhopper Elite has a consistent fit and finish that makes it look like a bike twice the price. Like: all the basics for real off road riding: the solo air fork with adjustable rebound provides control in the gnar and on fast fire road descents. The clutch derailleur and narrow-wide front sprocket keep the chain from bouncing off in the rough stuff. Like: tubeless ready makes it easy to get the best out of the very good OEM tires in the berms and over the rocks. Like: easy cable routing through the frame invites the dropper post install you know you want. Could do better: the front sprocket is not replaceable, it's permanently attached to the crank. You'll need a whole new crankset to change gearing.