There's nothing stripped-down about this trail-eater. In fact, no matter what your level (in experience) the 1997 Specialized RockHopper is a great choice as you improve your skills in the hills.
Specialized DirectDrive "Light" double-butted chromoly frame with Ritchey forged offset dropouts. Gripshift SRT-400 shifters. Dia-Compe VC-727 linear pull brakes and DP-7 levers. Ritchey SCX severe condition double-wall alloy rims. Shimano STX/Alivio 21-speed gearing. Specialized 17 rise forged alloy stem. Team Red or Dark Blue.
Frame
Fork
Handlebar
Rims
Hubs
Pedals
Brake Set
Derailleurs
Cassette
Chainrings
Cranks
Seat
Stem
Tyres
SBC DD DB Chromoly
SBC DD Chromoly
SBC Alloy Flat
Ritchey Rock SCX 32
SBC/Shimano
SBC Comp/Al w/clips
DiaCompe Direct Pull
Shimano Alivio/STX
IG 11-30 7sp
SBC Comp 22/32/42
SBC Son Strongarm
SBC Prolong Evo
SBC Alloy
SBC Team C/M
Headset
Tange Aheadset 1 1/8
Frame Size
13.5,15.5,17,18,19,20.5
Fork Travel
Unknown
Original Colours