- 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 Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel
SWAT
SWAT internal downtube storage
Seat Binder
Specialized Alloy, 34.9, Steel bolt
Rear Shock
Fox Float Performance Elite, Evol LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm
Fork
Fox 34 Performance Elite, Grip X Damper, HSC, LSC, LSR adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm
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
Shift Levers
SRAM AXS POD Controller
Chain
SRAM GX Transmission
Cassette
SRAM XS-1275, 12-speed, 10-52t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 32T
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX AXS Transmission
Chainrings
32t
Rims
Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
Front Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h
Rear Hub
Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h
Front Tire
Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, 29x2.4
Rear Tire
Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Inner Tubes
Standard 40mm PV 29x1.75-2.4
Spokes
Sapim D-light
Stem
Alloy Stem, 35mm clamp, 50mm
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Handlebars
Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide
SeatPost
X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150/170 Travel, 0mm offset
Grips
Specialized Trail Grips
Weight
12.16kg (26 lb, 12.9 oz) - Size MD
*Specifications are subject to change without notice
Geometry
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HI/LO | HI/LO | HI/LO | HI/LO | HI/LO | |
| A | Reach (low) | 390 | 420 | 450 | 475 | 500 |
| B | Stack | 603 | 597 | 598 | 610 | 628 |
| C | Head Tube Angle (high) | 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 | BB Height | 323/318 | 329/324 | 331/326 | 333/328 | 333/328 |
| G | BB Drop (low) | 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 | 748 | 755 | 760 | 769 | 774 |
Size Guide
| Size | Height |
|---|---|
| XS | 148 - 155cm |
| S | 158 - 165cm |
| M | 165 - 178cm |
| L | 178 - 185cm |
| XL | 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.
