Built for riders who want next-level trail capability, the 2023 Specialized Stumpjumper LTD T-Type pairs a lightweight FACT 11m carbon frame with 130mm of rear travel and a mixed 29/27.5 mullet wheel setup. Wireless electronic shifting and a supple RockShox suspension package give it a precise, planted feel that stays composed whether you are climbing or dropping into rough sections. It rides like a nimble everyday trail bike with more descending confidence than its travel numbers suggest.

Why we like it:

The mullet wheel configuration, a larger 29-inch wheel up front and a flickable 27.5-inch out back, blends rollover speed with quick, playful handling that makes tight trails genuinely fun.

Who it's for:

It's for trail riders who want one do-it-all bike that climbs efficiently and still charges hard on technical, mixed terrain.

Highlights:

The frame is Specialized's FACT 11m carbon with 130mm of rear travel and a mullet 29/27.5 wheel layout. Suspension comes from a RockShox Pike Ultimate 140mm fork paired with a RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate shock. Shifting is handled by a wireless SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type drivetrain with 12 speeds, and stopping power comes from SRAM Code Silver four-piston hydraulic disc brakes.

Things to consider:

With 130mm of rear travel this Stumpjumper is tuned for efficient, playful trail riding and technical terrain rather than repeated big-hit bike-park laps. Riders chasing a long-travel enduro sled for the steepest, roughest descents may find themselves wanting more travel underneath them.