{"id":51701,"date":"2023-07-06T18:00:02","date_gmt":"2023-07-06T16:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=737596"},"modified":"2023-07-06T18:35:37","modified_gmt":"2023-07-06T16:35:37","slug":"new-specialized-p-series-dirt-jump-bike-gains-derailleur-and-dropper-post","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/new-specialized-p-series-dirt-jump-bike-gains-derailleur-and-dropper-post\/","title":{"rendered":"New Specialized P.Series dirt jump bike gains derailleur and dropper post"},"content":{"rendered":"

Specialized says it wants updated bike to be more versatile <\/p>

By Nick Clark\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Thursday, 06 July 2023 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Specialized has announced its new P.Series range of dirt jump bikes, with all models being derailleur and dropper post compatible.<\/p>\n

The new P.Series is now available in four sizes, starting with the P1, which is built around a 20in wheel size, and the P2 which uses a 24in wheel. The range is topped by the P3 and P4, which run on 26in and 27.5in wheels respectively.<\/p>\n

The P.Series range starts at \u00a3750\/$650\/\u20ac800 for the P1, with the P2 priced at \u00a31,100\/$1,250\/\u20ac1,200, and the P3 and P4 both costing \u00a31,400\/$2,100\/\u20ac1,700.<\/p>\n

The P3 and P4 framesets will also be available for \u00a3750\/$700\/\u20ac900.<\/p>\n

Specialized says the bikes are available to order now.<\/p>\n

Increased versatility<\/h2>\n
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Specialized says it has added greater versatility with the new P.Series range.<\/span><\/figcaption> Specialized<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

It\u2019s uncommon for a brand to release a dirt jump bike in more than one size. The P.Series dirt jump bike<\/a> hasn\u2019t been updated since 2015, with the old bike focused solely on dirt jumping.<\/p>\n

While the new bike doesn\u2019t steer away from this, Specialized says it has added more versatility with this new generation.<\/p>\n

The bikes are made from Specialized A1 aluminium and feature internal cable routing for a 30.9mm dropper post<\/a>. They can be fitted with a rear derailleur<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The brand says it wanted to make a bike that was capable of pedalling to the pump track, while still being able to perform on the jumps.<\/p>\n

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All P.Series bikes use Specialized\u2019s premium A1 alloy and feature a threaded bottom bracket.<\/span><\/figcaption> Specialized<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

All models in the range use a Boost-spaced 12x148mm sliding dropout that offers 15mm of adjustment for both geared and singlespeed setups to ensure the chain remains tensioned.<\/p>\n

Specialized says the Boost hub has made the bike more precise than the previous P.Series by adding more rigidity to the rear, while also opening up more aftermarket wheel choices.<\/p>\n

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The P1 runs on 20in wheels and is designed for young mountain bikers.<\/span><\/figcaption> Specialized<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

The P4 model uses a 27.5in wheel size, uncommon for dirt jump bikes, which have only relatively recently moved from 24in to 26in wheels.<\/p>\n

Specialized says it wanted to offer an option for larger riders, while also giving the bike characteristics more consistent with mountain bikes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The P3 and P4 are compatible with both 26in and 27.5in wheels, which means you could theoretically make the P4 into a mullet<\/a> dirt jump bike.<\/p>\n

All of the models are based around a 100mm suspension fork, apart from the P1, which uses a rigid fork. However, Specialized says the frame has been geo corrected for an 80mm fork for future upgrades.<\/p>\n

Specialized P.Series spec and price details<\/h2>\n

Specialized P1<\/h3>\n
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The P1 has SRAM Level T hydraulic disc brakes on the front and rear.<\/span><\/figcaption> Specialized<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
  • Fork:<\/strong> Rigid A1 aluminium<\/li>\n
  • Drivetrain:<\/strong> Singlespeed<\/li>\n
  • Brakes:<\/strong> SRAM Level T<\/li>\n
  • Wheels:<\/strong> Specialized P.Series, 20in<\/li>\n
  • Tyres:<\/strong> Specialized Kicker Sport, 20\u00d72.1in<\/li>\n
  • Price:<\/strong> \u00a3750<\/li>\n<\/ul>

    Specialized P2<\/h3>\n
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    All models come with Specialized\u2019s Kicker Sport tyres.<\/span><\/figcaption> Specialized<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
    • Fork:<\/strong> Manitou J-Unit Comp, 100mm<\/li>\n
    • Drivetrain:<\/strong> Singlespeed<\/li>\n
    • Brakes:<\/strong> SRAM Level T<\/li>\n
    • Wheels:<\/strong> Specialized P.Series, 24in<\/li>\n
    • Tyres:<\/strong> Specialized Kicker Sport, 24\u00d72.1in<\/li>\n
    • Price:<\/strong> \u00a31,100<\/li>\n<\/ul>

      Specialized P3<\/h3>\n
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      The P3 is available in Desert Rose or Black.<\/span><\/figcaption> Specialized<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
      • Fork:<\/strong> Marzocchi Bomber DJ, 100mm<\/li>\n
      • Drivetrain:<\/strong> Singlespeed<\/li>\n
      • Brakes:<\/strong> SRAM Level T<\/li>\n
      • Wheels:<\/strong> Specialized P.Series, 26in<\/li>\n
      • Tyres:<\/strong> Specialized Kicker Sport, 26\u00d72.1in<\/li>\n
      • Price:<\/strong> \u00a31,400<\/li>\n<\/ul>

        Specialized P4<\/h3>\n
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        The P4 is one of the few 27.5in dirt jump bikes on the market.<\/span><\/figcaption> Specialized<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n
        • Fork:<\/strong> Marzocchi Bomber DJ, 100mm<\/li>\n
        • Drivetrain:<\/strong> Singlespeed<\/li>\n
        • Brakes:<\/strong> SRAM Level T<\/li>\n
        • Wheels:<\/strong> Specialized P.Series, 27.5in<\/li>\n
        • Tyres:<\/strong> Specialized Kicker Sport, 27.5\u00d72.1in<\/li>\n
        • Price:<\/strong> \u00a31,400<\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/body><\/html>\n
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