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 ever tested by Specialized, while custom valved and tuned shocks soak up every bump. It’s a wolf in wolf’s clothing.
FEATURES
SPECIFICATIONS
Frame |
FACT 11m Full Carbon | Progressive XC Race Geometry | Rider-First Engineered | SWAT downtube storage | threaded BB | 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout | internal cable routing | 120mm of travel |
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Fork |
RockShox SID Select | Ride Dynamics developed 3 position | TwistLoc remote adjust | Debon Air | 15x110mm | 44mm offset | 120mm Travel |
Shock |
RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ | Ride Dynamics developed 3 position | TwistLoc remote adjust | Solo Air | 190x45mm |
Stem |
Specialized 3D-forged alloy | 4-bolt | 7-degree rise |
Handlebar |
Specialized Alloy Minirise | 10mm rise | 750mm | 31.8mm clamp |
Grips |
SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc |
Brakes |
F: SRAM Level Bronze Stealth | 4-piston caliper | hydraulic disc | 180mm rotor R: SRAM Level Bronze Stealth | 4-piston caliper | hydraulic disc | 160mm rotor |
Shifters |
SRAM AXS POD Controller |
Rear derailleur |
SRAM S-1000 Eagle Transmission |
Cranks & chainrings |
SRAM S1000 Eagle | DUB | 165/170/175mm | 34T |
Bottom bracket |
SRAM DUB Threaded Wide |
Cassette |
SRAM XS-1270 | 12-speed | 10-52t |
Chain |
SRAM GX Transmission |
Rims | Specialized Alloy 29 | 27mm internal width | tubeless |
Front hub
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Specialized alloy front hub disc | sealed cardridge bearings | 6-bolt | 15x110mm thru-axle | 32h |
Rear hub | Alloy | sealed cartridge bearings | 12x148mm thru-axle | 32h |
Spokes | DT Swiss Industry |
Tires |
F: Specialized Fast Trak | Control Casing | T7 Compound | 29x2.35 R: Specialized Fast Trak | Control Casing | T5 Compound | 29x2.35 |
Seatpost |
X-Fusion Manic | 30.9 | 125/150/170 Travel | 0mm offset |
Saddle |
Body Geometry Power Sport | steel rails |
Color |
Gloss Ashen Gray / White |
Weight |
11.89 kg (26.21 lbs) | size MD |