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Epic Expert Carbon 29
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox SID |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | X0, X9 |
| Brakes | Formula 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 standout in the cross-country category, praised for its quick ground coverage, nimble handling, and competent rear suspension. Its Brain auto-lockout system and lightweight design make it a favorite for endurance racing and technical terrain. While it excels in performance, some note its high price and specific maintenance needs as drawbacks.
Quick ground coverage
Nimble handling
Competent rear suspension
Lightweight design
Excellent for endurance racing
High price tag
Specific maintenance needs
Some components hard to find
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 2014 Specialized S-Works Epic could be the perfect bike for endurance XC racing.
BikeRadarIt is the fastest bike I have ever ridden, by far.
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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.
Mar 2011 · James Huang
Blisteringly fast full-suspension 29er with effective terrain-sensing auto-lockout and brilliant spec
Mar 2011 · Colorado,
Blisteringly fast 29er full-suspension with effective terrain-sensing auto-lockout and brilliant spec
Oct 2009 · MBA Action
Specialized Bicycles produces seven models in their Epic cross-country race line. The top offering is the World Championship-winning S-Works Epic Carbon
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 PF30 BB, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 100mm travel BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Custom RockShox SID 29 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 w/new 2012 tune, inertia valve, w/ Brain Fade adjust, 187x47mm, 29er hose length Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearing, sealed cartridge |
| Headset | 1-1/8 and 1-1/2"" Threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2"" lower bearing for tapered integrated HT, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise, S: 75mm, M: 90mm, L: 105mm, XL: 105mm |
| Handlebar | Specialized XC flat, 2014 butted alloy, 680mm wide, 8º back sweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Specialized Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm width |
| Seatpost | 2014 butted alloy, single bolt setback, 400mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Resin Test Ride Pedals with toe clips, CEN std. |
| Grips | Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Others: Grappler XL |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0, 10-speed, mid cage |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | SRAM X7, 10-speed, S3 direct mount for DMD, bottom-pull |
| Crank | Custom SRAM carbon S-2200, 10-speed XC double, PF30 spindle, removable spider, S: 170mm, Others: 175mm |
| Shifters | SRAM X9, 10-speed, trigger, w/MiXmaster clamp |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1050 10-speed, 11-36t |
| Chain | KMC X-10, 10-speed, w/ reusable Missing Link, nickel plates |
| Brakes | Front: Custom Formula R1 S hydraulic, FCS and tool-less reach adj. metallic pad, MiXmaster shift lever mounts, 160mm rotor, Rear: Custom Formula R1 S hydraulic, FCS and tool-less reach adj. metallic pad, MiXmaster shift lever mounts, 160mm rotor Type: Formula Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Custom Formula R1 S hydraulic, FCS and tool-less reach adj. w/MiXmaster clamps |
| Rims | Roval Control 29, alloy disc, 24mm, 32h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Super Comp, 2.0/1.65/1.8 stainless |
| Front Hub | Roval Control 29, OS 28mm end caps, QR, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Roval Control 29 142+, DT Swiss alloy cassette body, 12mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Tires | Front: S-Works Fast Trak, 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual-compound, 29x2.0"", Rear: Specialized Renegade Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual-compound, 29x1.95"" |
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