- DESCRIPTION
- Specifications
- Geometry
- Size Guide
DESCRIPTION
Specialized's Epic is synonymous with top level cross country racing - not only is it one of the most high performing bikes, but it's also won countless races with its cutting edge, lightweight platform. Specialized is known for positioning itself at the cutting edge of bike technology, and as a World Cup race platform, the Epic has always been at the forefront of that.
The Epic 8 EVO then is their most technologically advanced XC bike yet, and while everybody expects it to be lighter, faster, more efficient, Specialized has focussed a lot of energy on also making it ultra-capable when it comes time to descend, because modern XC races are not just won on the way up.
Specifications
Frame
FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel
Seat Binder
Specialized Alloy, 34.9, Steel bolt
SWAT
SWAT internal downtube storage
Fork
Fox 34 Performance, Grip Damper, Compression adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm
Rear Shock
Fox Float Performance, Evol LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm
Stem
Alloy Stem, 35mm clamp, 60mm
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Grips
Specialized Trail Grips
Handlebars
Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide
SeatPost
X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150/170 Travel, 0mm offset
Front Brake
SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180/200mm rotor
Rear Brake
SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Rear Derailleur
SRAM S-1000 Eagle Transmission
Shift Levers
SRAM GX, trigger, 12-speed
Chain
SRAM GX Transmission
Crankset
SRAM S1000 Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 32T
Cassette
SRAM XS 1270 Transmission, 10-52t
Chainrings
32T
Rear Hub
Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 148mmx12mm thru-axle, 28h
Front Hub
Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Front Tire
Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, 29x2.4
Rims
Specialized Alloy 29, 30mm internal width, tubeless
Rear Tire
Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Inner Tubes
Standard, Presta Valve
Weight
12.75kg (28 lb, 1.7 oz) - Size MD
Geometry
| XS | S | M | L | XL | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HI/LO | HI/LO | HI/LO | HI/LO | HI/LO | ||
| A | Reach (lo) | 390 | 420 | 450 | 475 | 500 |
| B | Stack | 603 | 597 | 598 | 610 | 628 |
| C | Head Tube Angle | 66.4|65.9 | 66.4|65.9 | 66.4|65.9 | 66.4|65.9 | 66.4|65.9 |
| D | Seat Tube Length | 370 | 390 | 410 | 450 | 500 |
| E | Front Center | 687 | 716 | 747 | 778 | 811 |
| F | Bottom Bracket Height | 323|318 | 329|324 | 331|326 | 333|328 | 333|328 |
| G | Bottom Bracket Drop (lo) | 52 | 46 | 44 | 42 | 42 |
| H | Wheelbase | 1117 | 1147 | 1179 | 1210 | 1243 |
| I | Chainstay Length | 435 | 435 | 435 | 435 | 435 |
| J | Head Tube Length | 92 | 92 | 95 | 110 | 130 |
| K | Top Tube Length | 535 | 569 | 605 | 633 | 662 |
| L | Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 | 76 | 75.5 | 75.5 | 75.5 |
| M | Standover Height | 748 | 755 | 760 | 769 | 774 |
*ALL MEASUREMENTS IN DEGREES OR MILLIMETRES
Size Guide
| Size | Height | |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial | Metric | |
| XS | 4'10" - 5'1" | 148 - 155cm |
| 49 | 5'1" - 5'5" | 155 - 163cm |
| S | 5'2" - 5'5" | 158 - 165cm |
| M | 5'5" - 5'10" | 165 - 178cm |
| L | 5'10" - 6'1" | 178 - 185cm |
| XL | 6'1" - 6'4" | 185 - 193cm |
The sizing chart is a great place to start when picking your next bike but everyone will fit a bike a bit differently. Your torso, arm, and leg lengths all play into what size of bike you may need. Plus, there's your own personal preference.
We always recommend swinging by the shop and taking the bike that you're looking for a spin to see how it feels. If you're unable to come by, looking at the geometry of your current bike and comparing it is a good place to start. If you have any further questions, our customer service team is there to help.
