2021 Specialized Stumpjumper vs Stumpjumper Evo | Which is for you?

With two different Specialized Stumpjumpers available in 2021, which one is right for you? In this video I look at the riding characteristics of both the normal Stumpjumper and the Stumpjumper Evo. Both are amazing bikes but still handle things quite differently.

[hamo]

By far the best answer to this popular question.

[foxykc]

This was very useful and straightforward. I have a growing list of 20 Niners that I'm considering but I'm coming back to a couple of them and the Stumpjumper expert is one of them. I had initially considered the Evo but the climbing thing is good to know. I don't like to be held back on a climb. Definitely leaning towards the Stumpjumper

[jonathanangieri]

Yes bro! Loved the quick comparison. The EVO is definitely on my shortlist

[tinshield]

I own a 21 Stumpy and a 22 EVO with similar components with the EVO having slightly beefier (heavier) wheels. Most of the trails I ride in MA, NH and VT are rocky, roots and technical. I prefer my EVO for that stuff, it’s a tractor, pedals well and is a much more solid chassis for not a huge weight penalty. My Stumpy definitely is faster up hill and on smoother trails is the obvious choice. It’s my endurance bike for long rides. It definitely gets overwhelmed when it gets real rough but it can handle a lot. The extra 1/2 lbs of the EVO frame has a large effect on stiffness.

[robscherer]

Really don't know which one to order...they are both on sale right now, Really really appreciate this info and video! Going with an S3 Expert (non-evo)...at 5'9" I should be good to go!

[DUNEATV]

I just bought the 2021 Stumpjumper Alloy...(S5) for $2100 it’s amazing!

[peterprice]

Great Video bud. I ride a 2022 stumpy built up a carbon frame with a fox factory climbs well the suspension set up is key. Great tech.

[nickkingwell]

Absolutely answered the question! Thanks

[chengxiong]

I was leaning towards the Evo Expert but no has one but however I did manage to find the regular Expert and snatched it up real quick. There’s a shortage of bikes.

[MikeBertelsenDK]

Thanks for the review dude. I'm looking at the Stumpjumper Pro 2022 and the Stumpjumper Evo Pro 2022 and judging from your videos (I lean more towards XC), I'll go for the regular Stumpjumper Pro.

Straight to the point review, no bullshit, no crazy effects and music. Chillax, laid back - I like it!

[arianewell]

Really great video. I like how simple you made the differences.

[billdeming]

Thanks for the review. It has given me piece of mind. I came across your review after purchasing the Stumper Jumper last week. I was trying to decide between the two. I am replacing my Pivot Mach 429 Trail which is very fun bike, but lacks a little rear travel. I also have a Mach 6, but it has 27.5 rims and takes a lot effort for pure trail riding. I really liked the Evo and the idea of having 29 rims with more travel, but was concerned it would still be a little sluggish and more effort for climbing. I’m in Mi and the majority of the trails are short ups and downs. It’s still winter here so, I haven’t been able to try my new Stumper Jumper on the trails yet. Now that I saw your review, I think I can stop worrying that I made the wrong choice. Do you know if the Stump Jumper you reviewed had the flip chip in the high or low position? Thanks again for the review.

[stevenstanhope]

Thanks for the video man! I was having a terrible time deciding till I saw this. Just picked up my stumpy yesterday, That thing is amazing.

[felixfam]

Awesome comparison, im definitely leaning towards the evo, I just need to be able to a hold of one of them 😂

[kentao]

I have def seen this review. Haha. So many videos I can’t keep track. Thanks again man for all your info.

[kentao]

Want to hear something crazy- Im deciding between these two and what Im close to is more likely suited for the regular stumpy. My BIGGEST issue is I hate the color options for 2022 lol. But the EVO is flat carbon and so much better looking. Im trying to get an idea just HOW MUCH more difficult it is to pedal. I will only have one mountain bike. Nobody has commented about how if you put the evo in the steepest setting, if it becomes a better climber. Everyone says its “ a bit” heavier, “a bit” less efficient but I’m looking for HOW MUCH lol.

I had a 2019 stumpy expert and I didn’t think it pedaled that well - I also wasn’t in as good shape as I am now. Was it the FSR or the lack of shape I was in? These are the questions I have. Some people have said the reg stumpy is fine for basic stuff at the bike park too. I will be doing more local riding than anything but because I’m in a new area, I dont know how crazy they get.

I guess my best question is: Does the 2021/2022 EVO climb better than the regular 2019 stumpy? Both are FSR and both a little heavy. Is the climbing between the 2021/2022 evo and regular night and day different?

[radidoc]

Thank you for the comparison! As I get older, I would be slowing down on gnarly trails since I can't afford to miss work, not to mention now brittle bones. Would you recommend regular Stumpjumper over Evo for slower folks still wanting to go down gnarly trails? Curious if forgiveness of slack angle and longer travel applies more for those going faster. I am looking to upgrade my 5 year old Cannondale Trigger.

[angelopizzo]

I think the Stumpjumper is my bike, maybe one day I'll get one, it's all about the money (and the stock lol)

[blakeowen]

Hey T. Jones! How are ya? What do you think I’m 6’2ish 185lbs, about to pick up an S5. The size chart puts me dead center. Seeing your vids and how your rocking an s3 scares me a little!! What do you think?

[ultimatist]

Great review T! The one thing I wish you covered was the EVO adjustability: if you steepen seat angle and raise BB, do you get back some Stumpy climbing feel? Does a partial shock lockout help? I have boring DT climbs around local mountains, but if feeling frisky would hit the ST climbs, don't want to buy an Epic, and really want the EVO downhill capability and increase SWAT storage.