Specialized’s New Video Reminds Us That Matt Hunter Is Still One of the Best

“Matt Hunter and his Stumpjumper 15 EVO w/ Shimano Di2 rally every berm, ridge line, and jump as if they were joined as one. Both are calm and present among the rapid pace and roosted dust. For trails that are familiar or foreign, Stumpjumper 15 EVO will be One Bike To Rule All Trails.”

For decades, Matt Hunter has been one of the most satisfying riders to watch, and this latest video drives that point home. It’s short, but oh-so-sweet. Hunter, on his Stumpjumper 15 EVO find the flow state on Kamloops singletrack in this must-watch morsel from Specialized Bicycles, and although it's barely over 2 minutes long, it’s 2 minutes of evidence that Matt Hunter is undeniably a legend in the sport. 

From his multiple cover shots for BIKE Mag, including the cover of the 2010 BIKE Magazine Photo Annual, to timeless video parts in Life Cycles, Follow Me, and more, to his iconic 20+ years riding with Specialized Bicycles, Matt Hunter has been a source of inspiration for countless riders, and this latest video is no exception to that trend. There are a few riders who have remained consistently satisfying to watch, and Hunter is a part of those few. As the sport continues to push the limits of human potential in speed and style, Matt Hunter has left his mark with effortless and timeless flow that continues to mesmerize.