- 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
S-Works FACT 12m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain and seatpost
SWAT
SWAT internal downtube storage
Seat Binder
Specialized Alloy 34.9, Titanium Bolt
Fork
RockShox SID ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Solo Air, 190x45mm
Saddle
Body Geometry S-Works Power, carbon fiber rails, carbon fiber base
Handlebars
Roval Control SL Integrated cockpit, 60mm X- 12 degree integrated stem, 8-degree backsweep, 1 degree upsweep, 760mm wide
Grips
Specialized Trail Grips
SeatPost
RockShox Reverb AXS, 30.9mm, S/M: 125, L:150, XL: 170mm
Rear Brake
SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Front Brake
SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Shift Levers
SRAM AXS POD Ultimate Controller
Cassette
SRAM XX Eagle SL 10-52t
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, Threaded
Crankset
SRAM XX SL Eagle Power Meter Crankset, 170mm/175mm
Chain
SRAM XX SL Eagle
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS
Chainrings
Alloy 34T
Rims
Roval Control SL, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 24h
Front Hub
Roval Control SL, DT Swiss Internals, Ceramic Bearings, 6-bolt, 15mm thru-axle, 110mm spacing, Torque caps, 24h straight pull
Rear Hub
Roval Control SL, DT Swiss 180 Internals, DT Swiss Ratchet EXP, Ceramic bearings, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 24h 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 Aerolite T-head
Inner Tubes
Specialized Turbo Tube
Weight
10.24kg (22 lb, 9.2 oz) - Size MD
Geometry
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Reach (low) (mm) | 420 | 450 | 475 | 500 |
| B | Stack (mm) | 597 | 598 | 610 | 628 |
| C | Headtube Angle (high) (degrees) | 66.4 | 66.4 | 66.4 | 66.4 |
| Head Tube Angle (low) (degrees) | 65.9 | 65.9 | 65.9 | 65.9 |
| D | Seat Tube Length (mm) | 390 | 410 | 450 | 500 |
| E | Front Center (mm) | 716 | 747 | 778 | 811 |
| F | BB Height (low) (mm) | 324 | 326 | 328 | 328 |
| G | BB Drop (low) (mm) | 46 | 44 | 42 | 42 |
| H | Wheelbase (mm) | 1147 | 1179 | 1210 | 1243 |
| I | Chainstay Length (mm) | 435 | 435 | 435 | 435 |
| J | Head Tube Length (mm) | 92 | 95 | 110 | 130 |
| K | Top Tube Length, Horizontal (mm) | 569 | 605 | 633 | 662 |
| L | Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 76 | 75.5 | 75.5 | 75.5 |
| M | Standover(mm) | 383 | 388 | 397 | 402 |
Size Guide
| Size | Height |
|---|---|
| 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.
