The 100 mm trail on the fork qualify the Racebike von Specialized for on sporty excursions use. The short chainstays make the bike playful and more maneuverable in tighter corners. The seating position of the on long tours moves in a moderate range between sporty and comfortable. If a high-quality shifting system is particularly important to you, you probably will not be happy with the Specialized Hardtail. The Rockhopper Sport 27.5 has still a ace up its sleeve. When it goes down the hill, the absolutely coherent geometry always makes you want to come back for more. The guarantee promise of 25 years ensures trust.