Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2012 Specialized Carve Comp 29
Value Guide market data · 2012 Specialized Carve Comp 29
12-month trend
3%
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
22%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2012 Specialized Carve Comp 29
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Overview
About this bike
2012 Specialized Carve Comp 29 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- FRAME
- Specialized M4SL fully manipulated alloy frame, 29"" XC geometry, fully butted w/ smooth welding, tapered head/seat tube, forged post mount 160mm dropouts w/ replaceable derailleur hanger, disc only
- FORK
- RockShox XC32 TK SA 29 SL, magnesium lower, 32mm Cr-Mo stanchions, 1-1/8"" to 1.5"" tapered alloy steerer, coil spring, TurnKey damping w/ LO & external reb. adj., 80mm travel
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano Alivio
- FRONT DERAILLEUR
- Shimano Alivo, 9-speed, 34.9mm clamp, bottom-swing, dual-pull
- REAR DERAILLEUR
- Shimano SLX Shadow, 9-speed, SGS cage
- SHIFT LEVERS
- Shimano Alivio, 9-speed Rapidfire plus, SL type w/ optical display
- CASSETTE
- Shimano 9-speed, 11-34t
- CHAIN
- KMC X-9, 9-speed, reusable Missing Link
- CRANKSET
- Shimano Alivio, 3pc, 9-speed, Octalink spline
- CHAINRINGS
- 44/32/22, replaceable
- BOTTOM BRACKET
- Shimano, Octalink spline, cartridge bearing, 73mm
Brakes
- FRONT BRAKE
- Shimano BR-M446 hydraulic disc brake, post mount, 180mm 6-bolt rotor
- REAR BRAKE
- Shimano BR-M446 hydraulic disc brake, post mount, 160mm 6-bolt rotor
- BRAKE LEVERS
- Shimano BR-M446, hydraulic lever
Cockpit
- HEADSET
- Integrated 1-1/8"" upper and 1-1/2"" lower threadless, Campy-style, full cartridge bearings
- SEAT BINDER
- 31.8mm, forged alloy, extruded QR lever
- SEATPOST
- Forged 6061 alloy, 2 bolt head, 27.2mm, 12.5mm offset, micro adjust
- STEM
- Specialized 3D forged 6061 alloy, 4 bolt clamp, 7º rise, 31.8mm
- HANDLEBARS
- XC flat bar, double butted alloy, 10º backsweep, 4º upsweep, 31.8mm
- GRIPS
- Specialized Body Geometry XCT Men's, dual compound, Kraton rubber, closed end, 130mm
- SADDLE
- Specialized Body Geometry Carve, steel rails, 143mm width
Wheels & Tires
- RIMS
- Carve Disc 29"", alloy double-wall, sleeve joint, 32h
- FRONT HUB
- Formula disc hub, alloy 7075 axle, high-low flange, double-sealed cartidge bearings, machined disc mount and flange, QR, 32h
- REAR HUB
- Formula rear disc hub, cassette, double-sealed loose ball, polished races, machined disc mount and flanges, 19mm contact, QR, 32h
- SPOKES
- Stainless, 2.0mm (14g)
- FRONT TIRE
- Specialized The Captain Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, aramid bead, dual compound, 29x2.0""
- REAR TIRE
- Specialized The Captain Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, aramid bead, dual compound, 29x2.0""
- INNER TUBES
- Presta valve
Pedals
- PEDALS
- Alloy 1pc. body and cage, reflector kit, 9/16""
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.