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Specialized Epic 8 Expert

Specialized Epic 8 Expert
  • Color: Gloss Carbon/Black Pearl White
  • Color: Satin/Redsky White
$6,999.99
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Wheel Size: 29-inch
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The all-new Epic 8 evolves the formula of fastest through capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration. Modern XC tracks demand more and more capability by the day. Enter Epic 8. Its improved kinematics make it the most efficient pedaling bike we've ever tested, while custom valved (and tuned) shocks soak up every bump. It's a wolf in wolf's clothing.

If you're an XC racer or prioritize all-out speed in your ride, the Epic 8 is the bike for you.

UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. You'll be blown away by how Epic 8's progressive geometry delivers technical terrain capability alongside fast and efficient climbing and acceleration performance. The absurd lateral and torsional rigidity of the chassis translates to some seriously precision handling, too.

WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces than the previous generation, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time so you can still push while they suffer.

RIDE DYNAMICS TUNED: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8's new shock. Our unique Ride Dynamics-prescribed damping characteristics holistically elevate the riding experience. By tuning the dampers alongside the chassis' leverage rates and new kinematics, we're able to deliver a bike that rides beyond the sum of its parts.

BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing the kinematics of the suspension, Specialized's Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient pedal-induced bobbing by 20%, while maintaining active suspension for effective bump force management, to ensure you remain in the most efficient pedaling position. It's the most efficient pedaling suspension bike we've ever tested.

MORE WITH LESS: With the Epic 8, we didn't spend a single extra gram to get mega capability from the frame. All models now feature SWAT 4.0 to carry all your trail essentials, and an integrated steering stop to prevent the ubiquitous top tube scar the first time you crash and your bars spin. In fact, the new S-Works Epic 8 frameset has even lost weight (76 grams to be exact) while gaining these new additions.

- The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob
- Ride Dynamics developed SIDLuxe Select+ shock and SID Select+ fork
- Custom tuned shock features 3 unique damper settings
- Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere from world cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail
- SRAM Level Bronze Stealth 4-Piston brakes feature trail-ready stopping power in a race-ready system
- No-compromise GX Eagle AXS Transmission provides smooth shifting all day, specially under load
- SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials

Sizes:
XSSMLXL
Crank Length 165 170 170 175 175
Handlebar Width 750 750 750 750 750
Stem Length 60 60 60 60 60
Saddle Width 155 155 143 143 143
Seatpost Length 100 125 125 150 170
Head Tube Angle (high) 66.4 66.4 66.4 66.4 66.4
Stack 603 597 598 610 628
Trail 117 117 117 117 117
Chainstay Length 435 435 435 435 435
Seat Tube Angle 76.5 76 75.5 75.5 75.5
BB Height (low) 318 324 326 328 328
Fork Length, Full 530 530 530 530 530
Reach (low) 390 420 450 475 500
Top Tube Length, Horizontal 535 569 605 633 662
Wheelbase 1117 1147 1179 1210 1243
BB Height (high) 323 329 331 333 333
Fork Rake/Offset 44 44 44 44 44
Head Tube Length 92 92 95 110 130
Bike Standover Height 748 755 760 769 774
BB Drop (low) 52 46 44 42 42
Front Center 687 716 747 778 811
Head Tube Angle (low) 65.9 65.9 65.9 65.9 65.9
Seat Tube Length 370 390 410 450 500

Specs

Fork RockShox SID Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
Hubs 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
Rims Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
Stem Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
Chain SRAM GX Eagle T-Type chain
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
Tires Front Tire: Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Rear Tire: Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35
Brakes Front Brake: SRAM Level Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Rear Brake: SRAM Level Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Saddle Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Spokes DT Swiss Comp Race
Crankset SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm
Seatpost X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 100/125/150/170mm travel
Chainrings Steel, 34T
Handlebars Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
Tape/Grips SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc
Cassette/Freewheel SRAM XS 1275, 12-speed, 10-52t
Shifters SRAM AXS POD Controller
Rear Shock RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm
Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Rear Derailleur SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission

* Subject to change without notice.

Part Numbers

Option UPC MPN Store SKU
Satin/Redsky White / X-Small / 29-inch 888818959464 90324-3001
Satin/Redsky White / Small / 29-inch 888818959860 90324-3002
Satin/Redsky White / Medium / 29-inch 888818959266 90324-3003
Satin/Redsky White / Large / 29-inch 888818959051 90324-3004
Satin/Redsky White / X-Large / 29-inch 888818959075 90324-3005
Gloss Carbon/Black Pearl White / X-Small / 29-inch 888818959006 90324-3101
Gloss Carbon/Black Pearl White / Small / 29-inch 888818959112 90324-3102 210000009141
Gloss Carbon/Black Pearl White / Medium / 29-inch 888818958719 90324-3103 210000009136
Gloss Carbon/Black Pearl White / Large / 29-inch 888818959747 90324-3104
Gloss Carbon/Black Pearl White / X-Large / 29-inch 888818959181 90324-3105 210000009140

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