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S-Works Epic
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price
$12,000| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 100 / 100mm |
| Fork | RockShox SID SL Ultimate |
| Shock | RockShox |
| Wheels | 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | XX1 Eagle AXS, Eagle AXS |
| Power Meter | Integrated |
| Brakes | SRAM Level Ultimate 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 praised for its updated Brain suspension system, offering efficient pedaling and plush travel. Its re-engineered geometry, including a slacker headtube angle and longer reach, enhances handling and stability on rough terrain. While it excels in speed and agility, some riders may find its high price point and the Brain system's occasional quirks as drawbacks.
Updated Brain platform for efficient pedaling and plush travel
New carbon layup and sculpted tubes for weight savings and stiffness
Updated geometry including slacker headtube angle and longer reach
Wider tire compatibility for improved traction
Lightweight Roval wheels with increased compliance and impact strength
High price point
Rear Brain’s sensitivity can’t be changed while riding
Brain system has an occasionally quirky feel
Stock chainring may not suit all racers
The Specialized S-Works Epic is a bike built to go fast, and it is not shy about it.
BikerumorOne of the best-known XC bikes on the market
BikeRadarDespite the stiffness increase, Specialized’s engineers have managed to chisel off 100g over the old frame.
Flow Mountain BikeThe BRAIN suspension works brilliantly, and the updated geometry makes it extremely capable.
off.road.ccHouston, I think we’re in trouble. And that trouble is that the Specialized Epic Pro most definitely isn’t a bike for cruising...
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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.
Super agile and playful downhill
Very composed
Intuitive handling
Rear suspension bobs in open mode and cannot be locked from the handlebars
Dropper remote requires strong fingers
May 2021
The 2021 Specialized Epic Comp delivers a fast, reliable ride that feels at home on the racecourse and the trails. The BRAIN suspension works brilliantly, and the updated geometry makes it extremely capable. However, despite the Comp being the cheapest Epic model in the range, it's still at a price point that makes it unaffordable to some, despite the more basic componentry.
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
Superlight frame weight
Impressive stiffness
Excellent SID suspension combo
Great suspension tune
Confident steering
Smart kit choice
Tall seat tube limits upsizing
Controls hit the top tube
Slow freehub engagement
Comp version is even better value
No SWAT downtube storage
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.
Acceleration
Best of the best components
Confidence-inspiring handling
Amazing concept for racers
Frame requires delicate treatment
Fork sags when you pedal standing up
Sep 2020 · McCoy
The pursuit of speed
Jun 2020 · Bobby Lea
It’s fast, precise, smooth, and extremely efficient.
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.
Jun 2020 · Jordan Villella
How is the new Specialized S-Works Epic? We got the bike in the hands of a racer to find out! Check out the details inside.
| Frame | S-Works FACT 12m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing, 100mm of travel BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Colors: Gloss Red Tint Fade over Brushed Silver / Tarmac Black/white w/ Gold Pearl; Satin / Gloss Carbon/color Run Silver - Green Chameleon |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID SL ULTIMATE BRAIN, Top-Adjust Brain damper, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 100mm Travel Travel: 100mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox-Specialized BRAIN, Rx XC Tune, 5 Position Platform Adjust, Rebound Adjust, Integrated Extension, 265x52.5mm Travel: 100mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, threaded |
| Stem | S-Works SL, alloy, titanium bolts, 6-degree rise |
| Handlebar | S-Works Carbon XC Mini Rise, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 10mm rise, 760mm, 31.8mm |
| Saddle | Body Geometry S-Works Power, carbon fiber rails, carbon fiber base |
| Seatpost | S-Works FACT carbon, 10mm offset, 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Grips | Specialized Trail Grips |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS |
|---|---|
| Crank | QUARQ XX1 Eagle Power Meter, Boost™ 148, DUB, 170/175mm, 32T, 32T |
| Power Meter | QUARQ XX1 Eagle Power Meter, Boost™ 148, DUB, 170/175mm, 32T, 32T |
| Shifters | SRAM AXS Eagle Controller |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1299 Eagle, 10-50t |
| Chain | SRAM XX1 Eagle |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Level Ultimate, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, Rear: SRAM Level Ultimate, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc Type: SRAM Level Ultimate Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Roval Control SL, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 24h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Aerolite T-head |
| Front Hub | Roval Control SL, DT Swiss Internals, Ceramic Bearings, 6-bolt, 15mm thru-axle, 110mm spacing, Torque caps, 24h straight pull t-head |
| Rear Hub | Roval Control SL, DT Swiss 180 Internals, DT Swiss Ratchet EXP, Ceramic bearings, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 24h straight-pull |
| Tires | Front: Fast Trak, 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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Last updated August 10
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