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Bike Performance Guide

Intended Use

"Cross Country (XC)" bikes are designed primarily for cross country racing. XC bikes are very light, and often hardtails, while full suspension XC bikes have less than 4" of travel. XC bikes are designed to respond quickly and are optimized for climbing, thus limiting their ability on steep or technical trails.
"Trail" bikes are designed for longer rides, up to multiple days, over slightly more challenging terrain. Wheel travel ranges from 4-5" (100-140mm), and have handling characteristics slightly more forgiving than XC bikes. With less of an emphasis on weight, Trail Bikes are typically built to handle rougher terrain than dedicated XC bikes both climbing and descending.
"Enduro/All-Mountain (AM)" bikes bridge the gap between XC and FR/DH bikes. Built for challenging terrain, AM bikes usually have 5 to 7 inches of wheel travel, often adjustable. They are designed to be able to climb reasonably well and descend excellently, thus have quite forgiving geometry. All-mountain bikes can handle anything from all-day rides with steep climbs and steep descents, to moderate chairlift/shuttle riding.
"Freeride (FR)" bikes are designed for obstacle clearance and absorbing repeated large impacts from jumping. FR bikes tend to have at least 7 inches (180 mm) of wheel travel. FR components and frames are built for strength, and thus tend to be heavier. They can be ridden uphill, but their geometry makes them difficult to maneuver while traveling at low speeds. Most FR bikes are optimized for tricks and extreme terrain, while they are often pressed into service as downhill bikes.
"Downhill (DH)" bikes typically have eight or more inches (200 mm) of suspension travel, long wheelbases, low centers of gravity, and very forgiving geometry. Cornering traction and control at high speeds are the hallmarks of DH bikes, and thus DH bikes are typically ridden on dedicated trails or racecourses. Most DH bikes have specialized gearing making them extremely inefficient for uphill pedaling.

Fork Travel

Downhill mountain biking can be a tough sport to get into with the expense of a good bike creating a very high barrier to entry. The Specialized Status 1 is set to change that. This isn't just a bargain build on a heavy lackluster frame, this is a serious race contender. The stock bike's complete weight is on par with a 2012 Demo 1! The feel of the suspension is top notch too with a supple rising rate shock curve that is perfect for choppy, rough trails filled with rocks, roots, and braking bumps. The bike is race proven as well by Specialized's domestic race team demonstrating that you don't need to spend five grand to get a bike that will take you to the top step of the podium.

The parts spec has everything you need to handle multiple seasons of the brutal downhill punishment. The X-Fusion Vengance fork and Vector R rear shock offer solid performance and adjustability at very competitive weights. Avid Elixir 1 brakes with 200mm front and 180mm rear rotors are up to the scorching task they have been assigned. Specialized locking grips, 750mm wide bar, and DH stem work together to create a stiff, responsive cockpit. The same Butcher SX tires that Sam Hill and Troy Brosnan have ridden to victory are wrapped around Specialized's dirt jump proven P-Disc rims so you have the right tools to corner like a pro. The SRAM 8-speed drivetrain offers no-nonsense reliable shifting that doesn't require constant adjustment or fresh cables for smooth operation. 

If you are looking to get into downhilling, the Status 1 is just the ticket to see how fast you can really go. 

  • M4 Alloy frame with 200mm of travel
  • X-Fusion Vector R coil rear shock
  • X-Fusion Vengance coil fork with 170mm of travel
  • Avid Elixir 1 brakes 200/180mm
  • SRAM X7 rear derailleur
  • SRAM X4 8-speed shifter
  • SRAM PG-830 11-32 cassette
  • Specialized P-Disc wheels
  • Specialized Butcher SX tires

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