2021 Specialized

Epic EVO

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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MSRP$3,800
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 110 / 120mm
ForkRockShox Reba
ShockRockShox Deluxe Select+
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetSLX, Deore
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

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28 mph

Epic EVO

27 mph

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Spec Level

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Sizing
XS

5'1" – 5'6"

SM

5'4" – 5'9"

MD

5'7" – 6'0"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'0" – 6'5"

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Reviews
Enduro Mountainbike Magazine
Specialized Epic EVO Expert – In our 2022 downcountry group test

Mar 2022 · Peter Walker

In our 2022 downcountry group test, we pitted the Specialized Epic EVO Expert against 5 of the hottest bikes of the season. Read the full review to find out what Specialized’s carbon rocket is capable of and where it stacks up against the competition. Hit the link for the full review and a list with all other bikes.

Highs
  • Super agile and playful downhill

  • Very composed

  • Intuitive handling

Lows
  • Rear suspension bobs in open mode and cannot be locked from the handlebars

  • Dropper remote requires strong fingers

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BikeRadar
Specialized Epic EVO Expert review

Jul 2021 · Robin Weaver

A super-fast, momentum carrying machine that’s far more capable than its rear travel might suggest

Highs
  • Rocketship fast when you hit the pedals

  • Far more capable and confident than the amount of travel might suggest

  • Covers ground incredibly quickly

Lows
  • Accurate line choice is recommended

  • Rear tyre needs more bite

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MBR
Specialized Epic Evo Expert review - MBR

Mar 2021 · Alan Muldoon

Specialized Epic Evo Expert is streets ahead of its rivals in sizing and geometry. Long reach gives you freedom to get creative on any trail.

Highs
  • Fast and light

Lows
  • Expensive

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Bike Perfect
Specialized Epic Evo Expert review

Dec 2020 · Guy Kesteven

Extremely light for the category and stiffer and slacker to be faster uphill and down, the new Epic Evo is a blisteringly quick and enjoyable XC/Trail bike if you don’t want extra reach

Highs
  • Superlight frame weight

  • Impressive stiffness

  • Excellent SID suspension combo

  • Great suspension tune

  • Confident steering

  • Smart kit choice

Lows
  • Tall seat tube limits upsizing

  • Controls hit the top tube

  • Slow freehub engagement

  • Comp version is even better value

  • No SWAT downtube storage

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Gran Fondo Magazine
Specialized S-Works Epic HT AXS Custom in bikepacking review

Oct 2020 · Benjamin Topf

What happens when you take one of the lightest hardtail mountain bikes, add drop bars and send it off on a bikepacking trip? We did exactly that with the Specialized S-Works EPIC HT AXS Custom and tell you whether the concept works.

Highs
  • Acceleration

  • Best of the best components

  • Confidence-inspiring handling

  • Amazing concept for racers

Lows
  • Frame requires delicate treatment

  • Fork sags when you pedal standing up

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Bicycling
The Specialized Epic EVO Is a Mid-Travel Bike That’s Lighter Than Most XC Bikes

Jun 2020

With a 120mm fork and a crazy light 110mm frame, the updated Epic EVO is trail-bike rowdy with a touch of XC speed.

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BIKE Magazine
First Ride: 2021 Specialized Epic Evo

Jun 2020

As cross-country bikes evolve, it's no surprise that the Specialized Epic Evo is already a step ahead. It adds travel and length, and loses one element.

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Bikerumor
New 2021 Specialized Epic & Epic EVO gets updated Brain, new geo & lighter frames!

Jun 2020

Ready to get back to racing? The all new Specialized Epic is too! Whether looking for the lightest S-Works model or raddest EVO, it's here.

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

FACT 11m Full Carbon, Progressive XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing, 110mm of travel

BB StandardBSA, Threaded

ColorsSatin Forest Green / Oasis; Gloss Cool Grey / Dove Grey; Gloss Raspberry / Tarmac Black

Fork

RockShox Reba RL, Motion Control damper, Solo Air, 42mm offset, 15x110mm thru-axle, 120mm of travel

Travel120mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox Deluxe Select+, Rx XC Tune, Two Position, Rebound Adjust, 190x40mm

Travel110mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

Shimano, BB52, Threaded

Stem

Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise

Handlebar

Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp

Saddle

Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails

Seatpost

TranzX Dropper, 30.9mm, XS-SM: 100mm, M: 125mm, L-XL: 150mm

TypeDropper

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano SLX M7100, SGS, 12-speed

Crank

Shimano MT511, 32T Chainring

Shifters

Shimano SLX, M7100, 12spd

Cassette

Shimano Deore M6100, 12spd w/Hyperglide+, 10-51t

Chain

Shimano Deore M6100, 12spd w/quick link

Brakes

Front: Shimano M6100, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, Rear: Shimano M6100, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Stout XC 29, 25mm internal width, disc-specific

Spokes

Stainless, 14g

Front Hub

Shimano MT400-B, Centerlock 28h, 15x110 Boost

Rear Hub

Shimano MT510-B, Centerlock 28h, 12x148 Boost, Microspline

Tires

Front: Ground Control, Control casing, GRIPTON® compound, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3", Rear: Fast Trak, Control casing, GRIPTON® compound, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"

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