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S-Works Epic
A 26″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 20mm |
| Fork | Specialized Future Shock |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 26″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | XX |
| Brakes | Avid Hydraulic Disc |
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.
Aug 2011 · Emily Schaldach
Whitman is setting no specific time goals for 2011. Instead he simply hopes to "have a great race and feel strong during the last few miles on the Boulevard. If that happens it will mean I was able to stay with the top guys for a good portion of the race. That would be satisfying."
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
Dec 2010 · Mike Davis
If your goal is to cover the ground at breakneck speed with confidence, few bikes can match the Epic
| Frame | FACT 11m carbon front triangle, FACT IS construction, gussetless TT S/M, FACT carbon seatstays w/carbon non-drive DO and chainstays, tapered HT, carbon PF-30 BB, 142mm drop-outs, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 100mm BB Standard: PF30, 100mm, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized Future Shock E100, inertia valve, 1 1/2-1 1/8 Travel: 20mm |
| Shock | Fox/Specialized remote Mini-Brain, inertia valve, w/ Brain Fade adjust, 187x47mm Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | PF30, 100mm, press-fit |
| Headset | 1-1/8 and 1.5 |
| Stem | Syntace F109, 6 degree rise, 31.8mm clamp |
| Handlebar | S-Works XC Carbon low-rise bar, uni-directional carbon, 660mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 6 degree up, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Specialized BG Phenom Expert, Ti rails, 143mm width |
| Seatpost | S-Works Carbon, single-bolt head, 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 XX, 10-speed, mid cage |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM XX, S3 direct mount for DMD, top swing, bottom pull |
| Crank | S-Works OS carbon crank, 10-speed XC double, custom XX spider/rings, S: 170mm, others: 175mm |
| Shifters | SRAM XX, 10-speed, carbon trigger, Match Maker clamp |
| Cassette | SRAM XX, 10-speed, 11-36t |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1090, 10-speed |
| Brakes | Front: Custom Avid XX World Cup R, tool-less reach adj. alloy backed semi-metallic pads, magnesium caliper and lever body w/ carbon blade, ti hardware, S/M: 160mm, L/XL: 185mm rotor, Rear: Custom Avid XX World Cup R, tool-less reach adj. alloy backed semi-metallic pads, magnesium caliper and lever body w/ carbon blade, ti hardware, S/M: 140mm, L/XL: 160mm rotor Type: Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Custom Avid XX World Cup R hydraulic, tool-less reach adjust, magnesium body, carbon lever |
| Rims | Roval Control SL, disc, 24mm, 24h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Revolution 2.0/1.5/2.0mm stainless, DT Aerolite, bladed, painted |
| Front Hub | Roval Control SL, carbon/alloy, 24h, OS 28mm end caps, QR |
| Rear Hub | Roval Control SL 142+, DT Star Ratchet, 28h |
| Tires | Front: S-Works Fast Trak LK, 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual compound, 26x2.0, Rear: S-Works Renegade, 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual compound, 26x1.9 |
First added July 9
Last updated July 9
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