- DESCRIPTION
- Specification
- 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 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.
Specification
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
RockShox SID ULTIMATE, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe ULTIMATE, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm
SeatPost
Bike Yoke Divine SL, 30.9mm, SM: 100/ MD-XL: 125mm,
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Expert
Handlebars
S-Works Carbon XC Mini Rise, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 10mm rise, 760mm, 31.8mm
Grips
SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc
Stem
Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt
Rear Brake
SRAM Level Silver, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, stealth, 160 rotor
Front Brake
SRAM Level Silver, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, stealth, 180mm rotor
Shift Levers
SRAM AXS POD Controller
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Chain
SRAM X0 Eagle
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission
Crankset
SRAM X0 Eagle, Quarq Spindle power meter, DUB, 170/175mm
Cassette
SRAM XS 1295, 12 speed, 10-52
Chainrings
Alloy 34t
Rims
Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
Front Hub
DT Swiss 350, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h straight -pull
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 350 straight-pull, 6-bolt, DT Swiss Ratchet, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h straight-pull
Front Tire
Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Rear Tire
Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35
Spokes
DT Swiss Comp Race
Inner Tubes
Specialized Turbo Tube
Weight
10.87kg (23 lb, 15.4 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.
