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S-Works Epic Carbon 26
A 26″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
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| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox SID |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 26″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 10 |
| Groupset | XX |
| 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 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.
Mountain FlyerFeedback?
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Oct 2013 · Ben Delaney
Carbon is used virtually everywhere on the S-Works Epic: on the beefy 449mm chainstays; on the scuplted top tube that cradles the rear shock, while making room for full sized water bottles and ample standover clearance.. .
Mar 2012 · Valerie
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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
| 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 PF30 BB, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 100mm BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Custom RockShox SID World Cup Brain, inertia valve damper, air spring, tapered carbon steerer, top-mount Brain Fade and rebound adj. QR, 100mm travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox/Specialized remote Mini-Brain w/new 2012 tune, Kashima coating, inertia valve, w/ Brain Fade adjust, 187x47mm Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | S-Works OS, integrated for PF30 |
| Headset | 1-1/8 and 1-1/2"" Threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2"" lower bearing for tapered integrated HT, cartridge bearings, carbon top cap |
| Stem | Syntace F109, 6º rise, 31.8mm clamp, S: 75mm, M: 90mm, L: 100mm, XL: 110mm |
| Handlebar | S-Works XC Carbon flat bar, uni-directional carbon, 680mm wide, 8º back sweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Specialized Body Geometry 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, Others: Grappler XL |
| 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 SRAM spider/rings, S: 170mm, Others: 175mm |
| Shifters | SRAM XX, 10-speed, carbon trigger, w/ MatchMaker clamp |
| Cassette | SRAM XX 10-speed, 11-36t |
| Chain | KMC X-10SL, 10-speed, hollow plates, hollow pins, nickel finish |
| Brakes | Front: Custom Avid XX World Cup R, alloy backed semi-metallic pad, reach adj. XX magnesium caliper, ti hardware package, 160mm rotor, Rear: Custom Avid XX World Cup R, alloy backed semi-metallic pad, reach adj. XX magnesium caliper, ti hardware package, 160mm rotor Type: Avid Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Custom Avid XX World Cup R hydraulic, tool-less reach adjust, magnesium body, carbon lever, w/MatchMaker clamp |
| Rims | Roval Control SL, carbon disc, 25mm, 24/28h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Revolution 2.0/1.5/2.0mm stainless, DT Aerolite, bladed, painted |
| Front Hub | Roval Control SL, carbon/alloy, OS 28mm end caps, QR, 24h |
| Rear Hub | Roval Control SL 142+, DT Star Ratchet, 12mm thru-axle, 28h |
| Tires | Front: S-Works Fast Trak, 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual-compound, 26x2.0"", Rear: S-Works Renegade, 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual-compound, 26x1.9"" |
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Last updated July 9
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