The Lightest, Fastest, Most Capable XC Race Bike in the World
Specialized Epic 9 Sport
Epic 9 represents 24 years of winning XC innovation, distilled into the fastest race bike in the world. We started with Epic 8’s world-beating benchmark. Then removed what held it back. 206 grams gone, making Epic 9 the lightest full-suspension XC race bike on the planet.
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The Lightest, Fastest, Most Capable XC Race Bike in the World
Specialized Epic 9 Sport
Features
Specifications
Frame FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain
Seat Binder Specialized Alloy 34.9, Steel Bolt
Fork RockShox REBA, Motion Control damper, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
Rear Shock RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Lever adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm
Front Brake SRAM DB4, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc
Rear Brake SRAM DB4, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc
Cassette SRAM 12-speed,10-52t
Chain SRAM 70 Transmission 12-Speed Flattop Chain
Shift Levers SRAM AXS Pod Controller w/discrete clamp
Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Crankset SRAM Eagle 70, 165/170mm, 55mm chainline, 32T
Rear Derailleur SRAM S1000 Eagle AXS
Rear Hub Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h
Front Hub Sealed cartridge bearings, 6-bolt, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28H
Rear Tire Specialized Air Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Rims Specialized Alloy, Tubeless ready, 27mm inner width, disc, 28h
Front Tire Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Inner Tubes Specialized Turbo Tube 48MM Presta valve, 29x1.75/2.4
Spokes Stainless, 14g
Saddle Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Handlebars Specialized Alloy XC minirise, double-butted alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 31.8mm
Stem Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
Grips Supacaz foam grip, 135mm length, closed end
SeatPost TranzX Dropper, 30.9mm, XS-SM: 100mm, M: 125mm, L-XL: 150mm
Weight 11.91 kg (26 lb, 4.1 oz) - Size MD
*Specifications are subject to change without notice
Geometry
| S | M | L | XL | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HI | LO | HI | LO | HI | LO | HI | LO | |||
| A | Reach | 420 | 450 | 480 | 505 | |
| B | Stack | 594 | 604 | 618 | 645 | |
| C | Head Tube Angle | 66.3° | 65.9° | 66.3° | 65.9° | 66.3° | 65.9° | 66.3° | 65.9° | |
| D | Seat Tube Length | 390 | 410 | 455 | 505 | |
| E | Front Centre | 788 | 823 | 716 | 752 | |
| F | Bottom Bracket Height | 335 | 333 | 335 | 333 | 335 | 333 | 335 | 333 | |
| G | Bottom Bracket Drop | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 | |
| H | Wheelbase | 1148 | 1184 | 1223 | 1264 | |
| I | Chainstay Length | 435 | 435 | 438 | 442 | |
| J | Head Tube Length | 92 | 105 | 120 | 150 | |
| K | Top Tube Length | 568 | 601 | 634 | 666 | |
| L | Seat Tube Angle | 76° | 76° | 76° | 76° | |
| M | Standover Height | 749 | 755 | 757 | 764 | |
| All measurements in degrees or millimetres | ||||||
Sizing Guide
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.
| Size | Height | |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial | Metric | |
| 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 |
Model Numbers
| Size | Model Number | |
|---|---|---|
| Gloss Dolomite Metallic | Gloss Fjord Metallic | |
| S | 90327-6002 | 90327-6102 |
| M | 90327-6003 | 90327-6103 |
| L | 90327-6004 | 90327-6104 |
| XL | 90327-6005 | 90327-6105 |