1998 Specialized Hardrock Comp A1. A true 90s vintage icon, subject to a professional, museum-level conservative restoration. 100% original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts, perfectly matching the 1998 catalog specs. It looks and rides like it just left the showroom.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- Category: Vintage Cross-Country (XC) / Retro MTB
- Frame: Specialized A1 Premium Aluminum (Direct Drive geometry)
- Fork: Original Specialized Direct Drive rigid fork in Chromoly steel (Cr-Mo)
- Groupset: Period-correct Shimano Alivio / STX-RC 3x7 speed mixed groupset
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano STX - RC (sought-after mirror chrome finish)
- Front Derailleur: Shimano Alivio top-swing
- Shifters: Shimano Alivio (MC18 series) 7x3 speed with Rapidfire Plus technology
- Crankset: Specialized StrongArm Sport with 42-34-24T chainrings
- Bottom Bracket: Specialized Sport sealed cartridge (68mm x 110mm)
- Cassette: Shimano 7-speed, 11-28T
- Pedals: Wellgo WPD-M17C hybrid pedals
- Brake Calipers (V-Brake): ProMax Direct Pull aluminum alloy
- Brake Levers: Forged alloy, 3-finger
- Hubs: Specialized and Shimano Acera X
- Rims: Araya 26 x 1.50 GP-710, Made in Japan (ISO/ETRTO 559), perfectly straight and true
- Tires: New Old Stock (NOS) Specialized Hardrock'r 26 x 1.95" (50-559) with the iconic red/white sidewall logo
- Cockpit & Finishes: Specialized A1 forged alloy stem, handlebars, and seatpost. Specialized Softlite saddle.
- Accessories: Fully functional Sigma Sport BC600 bike computer including the original instruction manual.
CONDITION DETAILS:
Mechanically flawless and fully serviced. There are only two small minor marks on the back of the right side of the fork, due to its vintage age. No rust, no dents.
SHIPPING & LOCATION:
Available for local pickup in Turin (Italy) or worldwide shipping via Buycycle box/courier. Please do not hesitate to ask for more details, specific info, or extra photos!