rock vs stump

[novekili]

Stumpy full stop

 

[allard]

The stumpjumper is made of higher end steel (whatever that means) for the rest they are the same... The Rockhopper is probably a bit heavier and less forgiving (flexible). I base this on the differences between my S-Works steel bike and my Rockhopper from the same age. That said the Rockhopper gives me more the feeling of a nuke proof bike that can handle everything!

Gr. Allard

 

[Neil]

Thought I read something, here, about previous years Stumpie frames being moved down the range the following year?

 

[novekili]

No that was for Sworks M2 becoming Stumpy M2.

Stumpy steels were made in tange prestige, while rocks in tange mtb. Lower end tubing.

 

[Drencrom]

It's that sometimes ineffable retro 'cool' factor. Stumpjumper's were perceived as the better bike, and no doubt still are, if you're out to buy a retro Spesh.

 

[RockiMtn]

end the debate and get both!

 

[beagle]

end the debate and get both!

That way you can evaluate which is best for yourself.