FSR Test Ride

I got the chance to ride the mountain bike that I'd like to replace mine today. It won't happen, but a dude can dream. It's actually not that expensive of a machine as full suspension cross country trail bikes go, but it's more than a dude with college debt can swing. But that's why I ride is at work. Anyway, it's the '07 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Comp, and I got so excited riding it I might have pee'd a little. Not really. But seriously, Specialized has their suspension design figured out. And they have had for the past 14 years. Many bike companies are using it (and have to list Specialized's name on their own bikes- it's patented) on their own rigs, and it's way efficient. The whole deal with FSR (future rear shock) technology is that the drivetrain's geometry is not effected by pedal or braking forces, and also does not change as the suspension is going through it's range of travel. This means a super efficient, comfortable ride over the whole mountain. If you dig mountain riding, and have a spare $2,200 looking for a home, buy the FSR.
2007 Specialized Stumpjumper FSR Comp