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S-Works Epic Carbon 29 Frameset
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry frameset.
| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100mm rear |
| Fork | RockShox SID |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ |
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.
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 · 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
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 11m carbon front triangle, 29"" geometry, 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 29 Brain, inertia valve damper, air spring, tapered carbon steerer, top-mount Brain Fade and rebound adj. QR, 100mm travel Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox/Specialized remote Mini-Brain w/new 2012 tune, Kashima coating, inertia valve, w/ Brain Fade adjust, 187x47mm, 29er hose length 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, cartridge bearings, carbon top cap |
| Seatpost | S-Works Carbon, single-bolt head, 30.9mm, 400mm Type: Rigid |
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Last updated July 9
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