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<b>Specialized Pitch:</b> Burly, upright, long-travel, big-brake aluminum bike.<br> <br> <b>Likes: </b>Extra-plush shock absorption -- 6 inches of rear-wheel travel, 5 1/2 in the front wheel -- flattens out rocks. A short cockpit puts you in an upright, cruiser-like riding position that emphasizes comfort. Downhill braking is super because of huge, 8-inch front-brake rotor, biggest of the test bikes. <b>Dislikes: </b>Weighs a hefty 31 pounds. Upright position not optimal for power and speed.<br> <br> <b>Price: </b>PitchPro, $2,700; Pitch Comp, $2,050. (408) 779-6229; <a href="http://www.specialized.com">www.specialized.com</a>.

Specialized / March 19, 2008

Specialized Pitch: Burly, upright, long-travel, big-brake aluminum bike.

Likes: Extra-plush shock absorption -- 6 inches of rear-wheel travel, 5 1/2 in the front wheel -- flattens out rocks. A short cockpit puts you in an upright, cruiser-like riding position that emphasizes comfort. Downhill braking is super because of huge, 8-inch front-brake rotor, biggest of the test bikes. Dislikes: Weighs a hefty 31 pounds. Upright position not optimal for power and speed.

Price: PitchPro, $2,700; Pitch Comp, $2,050. (408) 779-6229; www.specialized.com.

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