The new Specialized Epic 8 bike is the exaltation of the concept of speed as a sum of the ability to tackle obstacles, efficiency, and lightness. Modern XC trails require increasingly higher performance from bikes, which is why Specialized has further perfected and refined the suspension kinematics on the Epic 8, offering an even more efficient ride. The shocks equipped with custom specifications and settings can absorb every impact, making the Epic 8 a wolf in sheep's clothing. If you are an XC competitor and your goal is maximum speed, the Epic 8 is the perfect bike.
- GREAT CAPACITY: The 120mm travel and progressive geometry make the Epic 8 extremely capable on technical trails, very fast and efficient uphill, and incredibly responsive and snappy in acceleration. Additionally, the torsional and lateral stiffness ensures perfect steering precision.
- WHAT IMPACTS?: Compared to the previous model, the Epic 8 absorbs 12% more impact forces and vibrations, allowing you to tire less and use your energy to push harder on the pedals.
- RIDE DYNAMICS: The Specialized Ride Dynamics Team has developed a custom tuning for the Epic 8's shock, whose features elevate the holistic riding experience. The specific tuning developed alongside the leverage ratios and renewed kinematics improve the ride exponentially.
- BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing the kinematics of the Epic 8, the Specialized Ride Dynamics Team has reduced the induced movement during pedaling by 20%, keeping the suspension active for more effective shock management. Thus, the rider can maintain the most efficient pedaling position. The result is the most efficient dual-suspension bike we have ever created.
- MORE WITH LESS: With the Epic 8, we did not add a single gram of weight to improve its features. All models now include SWAT 4.0 and an integrated headset lock to prevent frame damage in case of slips.
- The bike with 120mm of travel that is most capable. Greater shock absorption of 12%, and 20% less bobbing.
- Frame: FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel.
- SWAT Components: SWAT internal downtube storage.
- Seat Collar: Specialized Alloy 34.9, Steel Bolt.
- 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.
- Shifter: SRAM AXS POD Controller.
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB Threaded Wide.
- Crankset: SRAM X0 Eagle, Quarq Spindle power meter, DUB, 170/175mm.
- Chain: SRAM XO Transmission.
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM XO AXS Transmission.
- Cassette: SRAM XS-1295, 12-speed, 10-52t.
- Gears: 34t.
- Rear Brake: SRAM Level Silver Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor.
- Front Brake: SRAM Level Silver Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor.
- Wheels: 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, 6-bolt, DT Swiss Ratchet, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h straight-pull.
- Tire Front tire: Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35.
- Rear tire: Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35.
- Inner tubes: Standard 40mm PV 29x1.75-2.4.
- Spokes: DT Swiss Comp Race.
- Seat post: Specialized Alloy, 34.9, Steel bolt.
- Grips: SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc.
- Handlebar: S-Works Carbon XC Mini Rise, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 10mm rise, 760mm, 31.8mm.
- Stem: Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt.
- Weight size MD: 10.87kg (23 lb, 15.4 oz).
- Color: Blue/Yellow (Gloss Lagoon Blue / Liquid Metal / Yellow).
