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Epic Expert Carbon 29er
A 26″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox Reba |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 26″ Aluminum |
| Groupset | X0, X9 |
| Brakes | Avid Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Specialized Epic is a highly regarded cross-country bike, praised for its quick ground coverage, nimble handling, and competent rear suspension. Its Brain auto-lockout system and carbon front triangle contribute to a smooth, efficient ride, making it a favorite for fast, all-day trail outings. While it excels in performance and efficiency, some reviews note minor drawbacks like pedal smacking on rocky trails and a lack of a thru-axle up front.
Quick ground coverage
Nimble handling
Competent rear suspension
Brain auto-lockout system
Carbon front triangle for stiffness and lightness
Pedal smacking on rocky trails
Lacks a thru-axle up front
Rear tire could have more bite
The Epic joins the very short list of 29er bikes that play nicely with tight terrain.
BIKE MagazineThe Specialized Epic Comp Carbon 29 is an excellent companion for those fast, all-day cross-country trail outings when you've got a lot of ground to cover and little time to do it.
Cycling NewsThe Brain genuinely does work: dial in the bump threshold to your desired level of firmness and there’s zero visible movement on smoother ground whether you’re deftly spinning away in the saddle or mashing gears out of it.
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Mar 2012 · Valerie
- Mtbr.com
Nov 2011
Vernon Felton reviews the Specialized Epic Comp Carbon 29er.
Jul 2011
Ready for Battle, Oozing carbon from every pore and weighing in at a mere 22.8 pounds, the 2011 Specialized S-Works Epic 29er is everything one could ever want from a XC race bike and more.
Apr 2011 · MBA Action
The Specialized Epic is the world's most popular cross-country race bike. When we tested the 26-inch-wheeled Specialized S-Works Carbon Epic Disc (MBA,
Mar 2011 · Colorado,
Blisteringly fast 29er full-suspension with effective terrain-sensing auto-lockout and brilliant spec
Jun 2009 · Guy Kesteven
Unique ‘automatic’ suspension actuation in a lightweight, race-ready package, but just not as controlled as more conventional competition
Apr 2009 · Lennard Zinn
Cross-country world champion Christoph Sauser seldom races in the United States, but he made the long trip from South Africa, site of the 2009 UCI World Cup kickoff, to tackle the short track and cross country at the Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, California. That team sponsor Specialized Bicycles sits just up the road in Morgan Hill likely influenced his travel plans.
| Frame | FACT 9m carbon front triangle, 29"" geometry, FACT IS construction, gussetless TT S/M, M5 aluminum chainstays & seatstays, tapered HT, carbon PF-30 BB, 142mm drop-outs, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 100mm travel BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Custom RockShox Reba 29 w/Brain, inertia valve damper, air spring, tapered alloy steerer, Brain Fade and rebound adj. QR, 100mm travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox/Specialized remote Mini-Brain, inertia valve, w/ Brain Fade adjust, 187x47mm, 29er hose length Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM PF-30, OS press-in bearing, sealed cartridge |
| Headset | 1-1/8"" and 1-1/2"" Threadless, Campy style upper with 1.5"" lower, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized XC flat bar, 2014 butted alloy, 680mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Specialized BG Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm width |
| Seatpost | 2014 butted alloy, single bolt setback, 30.9mm, 400mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Resin Test Ride Pedals with toe clips, CEN std. |
| Grips | Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Other: Rocca |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X.0, 10-speed, mid cage |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM X.7, 10-speed, S3 direct mount for DMD, bottom pull |
| Crank | Custom SRAM Carbon S-2200, 10-speed XC double for 29er, PF-30, removeable spider, S: 170mm, others: 175mm |
| Shifters | SRAM X.9, 10-speed, aluminum trigger |
| Cassette | Shimano HG81, 10-speed, 11-36t |
| Chain | KMC X10, 10-speed, w/ reuseable Missing Link, nickel plates |
| Brakes | Front: Custom Avid Elixir CR SL, hydraulic disc, tool-less pad contact & reach adj. alloy backed semi-metallic pads, stainless hardware, S/M: 160mm, L/XL: 185mm rotor, Rear: Custom Avid Elixir CR SL, hydraulic disc, tool-less pad contact & reach adj. alloy backed semi-metallic pads, stainless hardware, 160mm rotor Type: Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Custom Avid Elixir CR SL, hydraulic disc, tool-less adj. reach and pad contact, alloy lever blade |
| Rims | Custom DT Swiss X450SL, 29"" rim, 24mm w/ eyelets, 32h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Competition 1.8/1.6mm stainless |
| Front Hub | Specialized Hi Lo disc, laser-etched logo, OS 28 end caps, sealed cartridge bearing, RWS, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Specialized Hi Lo 142+ disc, laser-etched logo, double sealed cartridge bearing, 32h |
| Tires | Front: S-Works ""The Captain"", 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual compound, 29x2.0"", Rear: S-Works Renegade, 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual compound, 29x1.95"" |
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Last updated July 9
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