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S-Works Epic 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 |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR 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 […]
Oct 2014 · Guy Kesteven
A pricey and race focused specialist, but almost certainly the fastest off the peg mountain bike you can buy
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.
Mar 2012 · Valerie
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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,
| Frame | FACT 11m carbon front triangle, SWAT EMT tool cradle, 29"" geometry, FACT IS construction, full FACT carbon 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 World Cup 29 Brain, inertia valve damper, Solo Air spring, tapered carbon crown/steerer, top-mount Brain Fade and rebound adj. 15mm thru-axle, 100mm travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX/Specialized remote Mini-Brain w/ AUTOSAG, Kashima coating, inertia valve w/ Aramid hose, Brain Fade adjust, 205x53mm, 100mm travel Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | 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 | Syntace F109, 6-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp |
| Handlebar | S-Works XC, flat bar, carbon, 700mm wide, 8-degree backsweep, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Phenom Expert, hollow TI rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Specialized carbon, single bolt, 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 | Shimano XTR M986, direct mount, down-swing, dual-pull |
| Crank | S-Works OS carbon, integrated 1-piece spider, 10-speed XC double, SRAM rings, S: 170mm, Others: 175mm |
| Shifters | Shimano XTR, 10-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano XTR M980, 10-speed, 11-36 |
| Chain | Shimano XTR 981 |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano XTR hydraulic disc, post mount, Ti/metal pad, Ice Tech, 160mm rotor, Rear: Shimano XTR hydraulic disc, post mount, Ti/metal pad, Ice Tech, 160mm rotor Type: Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XTR 985 hydraulic, w/I-Spec clamps |
| Rims | Roval Control SL 29, carbon disc, 22mm internal width, 24h/28h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Revolution, 2.0/1.5/2.0mm stainless |
| Front Hub | Roval Control SL 29, alloy hub body w/ Labyrinth seal design, 15mm thru-axle, 24h |
| Rear Hub | Roval Control SL 29 142+, DT Swiss Star Ratchet, 12mm thru-axle, 28h |
| Tires | Front: S-Works Fast Trak, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.0"", foldable aramid bead, 120 TPI, Rear: S-Works Fast Trak, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.0"", foldable aramid bead, 120 TPI |
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Last updated July 9
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