The History of the Specialized Stumpjumper 1981-2025

 

Discover the history of the Specialized Stumpjumper—the world’s first mass-produced mountain bike. From its groundbreaking debut in 1981 to its evolution into a modern trail machine, we trace how the Stumpjumper shaped mountain biking culture and redefined what a bike could do off-road.

 
 
 
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The History of the Specialized Stumpjumper 1981-2025
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