2009 Specalized big hit 1

Specalized big hit 1
Seller for a friend is this lives dh/freeride bike perfect for riders at any level
The bike has all the things you'd expect from a big burly hard hitting dh rig

Frame : specalized big hit 1 medium
Forks :rockshox vivid coil 180mm 20mm maxel (plush)
Brakes :avid elixir 1 203mm discs pads got loads of life left in them
Wheels : standard specalized ones have been good pretty bullet proof
Handlebars stem : raceface atlas 785mm 35mm stem complements the bike nicely
Cranks :truative ruction 170mm with 34t chain ring
Chain device : mrp white (think )
Gears :SRAM x-5 8speed short cage SRAM x5 shifter
Grips :white specalized
Peddles :white specalized
Tyres :maxxis high roller

Reason for selling the bike I have no time to use it it's such a shame to see it sitting in the garage gathering dust
There are no mechanical issues with the bit and rides sweet as everything works as it should
And has been maintained to the high test standard
If there is anything I forgot please feel free to message me or is you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch

Ride & handling: Superb handling and agility, but not the most efficient pedaller

This may be called the Big Hit, and it can certainly cope with the bigger hits, but the most noticeable thing about this bike is its sheer agility. Weighing in at 17.2kg (38lb), the Specialized is one of the lighter bikes in its class.

The weight, gearing and quick-release seatpost mean this could be ridden for more than just downhill or freeride, but the Big Hit III seems to love punishment. The bike can be launched from bar scraping turn to bar scraping turn with ease and eats up technical terrain without a problem.

The RockShox Domain fork and Fox DHX 4.0 rear shock work in unison, giving a well balanced and controlled ride. The compliance of the suspension enables you to dial them in to fit your requirements perfectly.

The FSR suspension system keeps things nice and active at the rear even under braking, getting the most from the Fox coil shock and keeping the rear wheel firmly planted in the turns. Throw the Big Hit III into soft loamy root riddle turns and it takes all of this in its stride.

The Big Hit has a lively feel to it and carries speed well. It’s a little twitchier than a full-on race rig, but the slack 65.5-degree head angle and 185mm wheelbase go some way to calming things down when up to speed.

The well thought out spec and great Specialized tyres make this a bike for gutsy and confident riding, which you may not have expected for this sort of price.