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Epic FSR Comp
A 29″ aluminum frame full suspension crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox Reba |
| Shock | Fox |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 2 × 11 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore 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 lightweight cross-country race bike with updated geometry for improved stability and handling. Its Brain suspension system offers efficient pedaling and responsive trail performance, though some quirks like the inertia valve knock may require acclimation. Overall, it excels in climbing and acceleration, making it a top choice for competitive riding.
Lightweight frame with significant weight reduction
Updated geometry for improved stability and handling
Efficient Brain suspension system with good traction
Excellent climbing and acceleration capabilities
Confident and predictable ride quality
Brain suspension system can feel firm or have noticeable transitions
Some components like tires may struggle in certain conditions
Proprietary systems can be complex to maintain
Handling may feel nervous with certain setups
Suspension quirks like knocking or decoupling sensations
"the new Epic stands out above many of its competitors."Bicycling
The Epic Expert is a supremely confident race machine that feels accurate in corners and comfortable at pace
BikeRadarPutting the hammer down on the Epic is a wonderful experience, it’s efficiency personified, there just is no unwanted loss of energy through the suspension at all
Flow Mountain BikeA super-aggressive, victory-seeking race bike, it’s quick on the climbs and takes the most direct line down.
Enduro Mountainbike MagazineThis little bike is seriously capable.
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Feb 2018
The Specialized Women’s Epic Comp Carbon is a task master, a bike where nothing other than full speed will do. It will be your best training partner and likely podium companion, if you don’t mind the clunk in the 'Brain' shock and choose the right setting for the race conditions too. Review: Cube Reaction GTC One - high value, high-speed carbon race hardtail When should you replace your bicycle helmet? We asked the experts Review: Trek Roscoe 9 - playful fat tyred trail hardtail For a quick review edit, watch the above video!
Nov 2017 · James Bracey
Specialized Epic Expert is one seriously fast cross country race bike. For 2018 the Epic range has had a complete overhaul with some interesting changes.
Seriously impressive pedalling efficiency.
Impressive capability in technical terrain.
The Brain.
Cannot adjust suspension settings on the fly.
The Brain.
Oct 2017 · Wil Barrett
Is the Specialized S-Works Epic the fastest hardtail we've ever ridden? At 8.23kg (18.1lb) for the complete bike, it is most definitely the lightest.
Oct 2017
We’ve assembled, set up and had a couple of quick laps of the race track on the most anticipated arrival to the XC circuit this season, ahead of our full review here’s what we are in for. Mad light, S-Works light. 10kg (including carbon water bottle cage) is very exciting for a bike you can …
10kg of the best.
Clean and neat.
Ultimate efficiency.
Chain slap noise.
A little bland looking perhaps?
Jul 2017 · MBA Action
A Seriously Light Bike In a world where full-suspension rigs have taken over, it’s been easy for companies to overlook the original mountain
Jul 2017
Brand’s flagship XC bike loses weight and gets aggressive, VERNON, New Jersey – Debuting a XC bike at a downhill park may seem like a short cut to failure. But for Specialized Bicycles, the classic East Coast gnar at the Mountain Creek Resort near Vernon, N.J. was the perfect venue to host Specialized Summer Camp and demonstrate the uncanny capabilities of its redesigned 2018 Epic.
Jul 2017 · Dan Sapp
Specialized’s world cup winning XC bike is overhauled and better than ever
Jul 2017 · Saris Mercanti
The Specialized Epic is one of the most successful race platforms in history, so how do you improve on a two time gold medal winning bike? - Mtbr.com
| Frame | M5 alloy, fully butted, PF30 BB, front deraileur mount, 12x142mm rear spacing, 100mm of travel, internal cable routing BB Standard: PF30, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | Custom RockShox Reba RL, rebound adjust, Solo Air spring, tapered alloy crown/steerer, 15x100mm Maxle Stealth thru-axle, 100mm of travel, 51mm offset Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox/SBC Epic remote Mini Brain w/Auto Sag. Brain Fade adjust I-Valve, 205 x 53mm Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | PF30 |
| Stem | Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized Mini-rise, 6000 alloy, 8-backsweep, 6-upsweep, 10mm rise, 720mm width, 31.8mm clamp |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm |
| Seatpost | Specialized, alloy, single bolt, 27.2mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Resin Test Ride with toe clips, CEN std. |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore XT M8000, Shadow Plus, SGS cage, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | Shimano SLX 7025, direct-mount, down-swing |
| Crank | RaceFace Aeffect, 6000-series alloy, 24mm spindle, 49mm chainline, RaceFace, 34/24T, 104/64mm BCD |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX M7000, 11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7000, 11-speed, 11-42t |
| Chain | KMC X11EL, 11-speed w/reusable MissingLink |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano M506, hydraulic disc, resin pad, 180/160mm rotor, Rear: Shimano M506, hydraulic disc, resin pad, 160mm rotor Type: Shimano Deore Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Roval Control, hookless alloy, 21mm inner width, 32h, tubeless ready |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Industry, stainless, 3x, 2.0"" |
| Front Hub | Specialized disc, alloy, sealed cartridge bearings,15x100mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Specialized disc, alloy, sealed cartridge bearings,12x142mm thru-axle, 32h |
| Tires | Front: Fast Trak, Control casing, 29x2.2"", 60TPI, Aramid folding bead, 2Bliss Ready, Rear: Fast Trak, Control casing, 29x2.2"", 60TPI, Aramid folding bead, 2Bliss Ready |
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Last updated November 6
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