2021 Specialized

Epic EVO Pro

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
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MSRP$8,800
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 110 / 120mm
ForkFox Factory Float 34
ShockFox Float DPS Factory
Wheels29″ Carbon
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetXTR
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 Pro

27 mph

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Spec Level

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Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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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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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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BikeRadar
Specialized Epic Pro review

Jan 2021 · Tom Marvin

As fast up as it is down, from an XC and marathon viewpoint the Epic is a top contender

Highs
  • You can’t forget to unlock your suspension, so the bike always performs well

  • Kit all performs exceptionally well

  • Contemporary geometry gives a blend of snappy handling and technical ability

Lows
  • Rear Brain isn’t adjustable on the fly, so pre-riding the course may be necessary

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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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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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Loam Wolf
Review: Specialized Epic Evo S-Works

Jun 2020

Specialized has done a really good job of taking one bike and making it equally competitive for two different types of riders. If you search out the longest backcountry trails or like to get to the top of your local spot at record time, you may want to take the Epic Evo S-Works for a spin. Read our full review 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, 73mm, Threaded

ColorGloss Cast Umber / Clay

Fork

FOX FLOAT Step-Cast 34 Factory, Fit4 damper, Kashima Coating, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm of travel

Travel120mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

FOX FLOAT DPS Factory, Rx XC Tune, EVOL Air sleeve, Kashima Coat, 3-position adjustment w/ Open Mode Adjustment, 190x40mm

Travel110mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

Shimano, BB-MT800, Threaded

Stem

Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise

Handlebar

S-Works Carbon XC Mini Rise, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 10mm rise, 760mm, 31.8mm

Saddle

Body Geometry Power Expert

Seatpost

Fox Factory Transfer, Kashima, 30.9mm, 125mm / 150mm travel

TypeDropper

Grips

Specialized Trail Grips

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed, Shadow Plus

Crank

Shimano XTR 9100,Hollowtech 2, 162 q-factor, 32t Chainring, SM: 170mm, M-XL: 175mm, 32T

Shifters

Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed

Cassette

Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed, 10-51t

Chain

Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed w/ quick link

Brakes

Front: Shimano XTR M9120, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, Rear: Shimano XTR M9120, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Roval Control Carbon, 25mm internal width, Zero bead hook, Tubeless ready, 28h

Spokes

DT Swiss Competition Race

Front Hub

DT Swiss 350, 15x110mm spacing, 6-bolt, 28h

Rear Hub

DT Swiss 350, Star Ratchet, Shimano Microspline driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 28h

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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