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Epic Expert Carbon 29
A 29″ 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 | 29″ Carbon |
| Groupset | XTR, SLX |
| Brakes | Magura 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 high-performance cross-country bike that excels in both climbing and descending, offering a unique blend of efficiency and comfort. Its Brain suspension system and lightweight design make it a favorite among racers, while the SWAT technology adds practicality. Despite some limitations in dropper post compatibility and travel for technical trails, it's praised for its handling and versatility.
Lightweight and efficient design
Brain suspension system for optimal performance
SWAT technology for storage solutions
Excellent climbing and descending capabilities
Versatile handling suitable for aggressive riding
27.2 seat tube limits dropper post options
100mm of travel may be insufficient for very technical trails
Some models may have a harsh ride
It really doesn’t get any more cross-country than this.
BIKE MagazineThe Specialized Epic has achieved what no other full-suss XC bike has done so far: Olympic and World Championship victories.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineThe Epic feels like a hardtail when you climb in the saddle; then you hit a technical rocky section and the back end opens up to let the wheel move out the way and not impede your progress.
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Dec 2014 · Christoph Bayer
The Specialized Epic has achieved what no other full-suss XC bike has done so far: Olympic and World Championship victories, both with the exceptional Czech Athlete Jaroslav Kulhavy. For our group test we received the Specialized Epic FSR Elite, which is available from dealers for € 4,499 in an almost completely black finish. Along with […]
Jun 2014 · James Huang
As if the standard Specialized Epic Expert Carbon wasn’t already sufficiently purpose built for cross-country riding and racing, there’s the even edgier World Cup version that features slightly reduced and more firmly tuned suspension travel, quicker handling, and beefed-up carbon chain stays that will only work with 1x drivetrains.
Mar 2014 · Jamie Darlow
Read MBR's review of the Specialized S-Works Epic Carbon mountain bike
The neat and useful SWAT kit; this is a bike that climbs like no other
The Epic could get you into trouble when you run out of travel in a boulder field
Feb 2014
The Specialized Epic Comp Carbon made our testers want to don race bibs and give Dave Wiens and Lance Armstrong a run for their money in the Leadville 100.
Jul 2013 · Logan VonBokel
Two Epic frame designs will be available for 2014
Mar 2012 · Valerie
- Mtbr.com
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,
| Frame | FACT 9m carbon front triangle, SWAT EMT tool cradle, 29"" geometry, FACT IS construction, M5 rear triangle, tapered headtube, carbon PF30 BB, full internal shift/brake routing, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 100mm BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Custom RockShox SID 29 Brain, inertia valve damper, Solo Air spring, tapered alloy steerer, bottom-mount Brain Fade and rebound adj. 15mm thru-axle, 100mm travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX/Specialized remote Mini-Brain w/ AUTOSAG, inertia valve w/ Aramid hose, Brain Fade adjust, 205x53mm, 100mm travel Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearings, sealed cartridge |
| Headset | 1-1/8 and 1-1/2"" threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2"" lower, cartridge bearings |
| Stem | Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp |
| Handlebar | Specialized XC, flat bar, 2014 butted alloy, 700mm wide, 8-degree backsweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Specialized 2014 butted alloy, single bolt setback, 27.2mm, S: 350mm, Others: 400mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle aramid-infused, S/M: regular, Others: XL thickness |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Shadow Plus XTR, 10-speed, GS mid cage |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Custom SRAM, 10-speed, high direct-mount |
| Crank | Custom SRAM carbon S-2200, 10-speed XC double, PF30 spindle, removable spider, S: 170mm, Others: 175mm |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX, 10-speed, trigger |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1050, 10-speed, 11-36 |
| Chain | SRAM PC 1051, 10-speed, PowerLink |
| Brakes | Front: Magura MTS, hydraulic disc, Hi Friction pad, alloy caliper, Storm SL rotor, S/M: 160mm, L/XL: 180mm rotor, Rear: Magura MTS, hydraulic disc, Hi Friction pad, alloy caliper, Storm SL rotor, 160mm rotor Type: Magura Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Magura MTS, carbon master cylinder, alloy lever blade, hollow lever pivot, reach adj. |
| Rims | Roval Control Carbon 29, carbon disc, hookless bead, 27mm wide, 32h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Super Comp, 2.0/1.65/1.8 stainless |
| Front Hub | Roval Control Carbon 29, 15mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Roval Control Carbon 29 142+, DT Swiss Star Ratchet, 12mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Tires | Front: S-Works Fast Trak, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.0"", foldable aramid bead, 120 TPI, Rear: Specialized Fast Trak Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.0"", foldable aramid bead, 60 TPI |
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