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Epic EVO Expert
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension crosscountry bike with ultra high-end components.
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$6,800| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 110 / 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox SID Select+ |
| Shock | RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ |
| Wheels | 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | X01 Eagle, X1 |
| Brakes | SRAM G2 RS Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'1" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'5"
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Oct 2023 · Dave Rome
In believing that full suspension is always the faster choice in mountain biking, the Epic WC is Specialized’s replacement for its top-tier cross-country race hardtails.
Can be set to pedal like a hardtail
Is incredibly efficient on smooth surfaces
Dialled geometry
Lovely frame build quality
Good frame rigidity with no creaks or groans
No fiddly remote lockouts means an ultra-clean cockpit
Solid component spec choices with nice wheels and a powermeter.
Suspension can either feel choppy or have you wishing for a lockout
Poor headset sealing
Minimal weight advantage over a longer-travel full suspension
Brain-equipped fork still has a thunk
No dropper provided
SRAM Level brake lever feel and power.
Aug 2023 · Maureen Gaffney
The Specialized Epic EVO nudges the racy XC bike into trail territory, making it the perfect choice for the BikeTransAlp multi-day stage race.
It’s beautiful. Beauty may be skin deep, but let’s just admit aesthetics matter. I want to ride this bike. I want to be seen riding this bike
It’s lightweight
It’s incredibly capable. 29″ wheels with the perfect suspension combo make climbing actually enjoyable, while the addition of 10 more millimeters of suspension travel front and rear as compared to the Epic means descending is not compromised for the sake of climbing performance.
Shifter paddles not as adjustable or ergonomic as one might hope.
It costs nearly $9,000. I won’t say it’s not worth it, and this is not a high price in comparison to other bikes of this caliber. But it’s still nine thousand dollars and that’s a lot of rent or groceries.
Apr 2023
An Epic blend of hardtail handling with control and capability of a full-suspension bike
Apr 2023 · Henry Quinney
In some ways the Epic World Cup isn't so much a full-suspension bike with a small dose of rear travel but rather a hardtail that happens to have 75mm of travel.
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
Jul 2021 · Robin Weaver
A super-fast, momentum carrying machine that’s far more capable than its rear travel might suggest
Rocketship fast when you hit the pedals
Far more capable and confident than the amount of travel might suggest
Covers ground incredibly quickly
Accurate line choice is recommended
Rear tyre needs more bite
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.
Fast and light
Expensive
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
| Frame | FACT 11m Full Carbon, Progressive XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing, 110mm of travel BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Colors: Satin Terra Cotta / Sand; Satin Smoke/ Dove Grey |
|---|---|
| Fork | Rockshox SID Select+, Charger 2 RL Damper, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox SID LUXE Select+, Rx XC Tune, Two Position, Rebound Adjust, 190x40mm Travel: 110mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, Threaded |
| Stem | Alloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar bore |
| Handlebar | Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails |
| Seatpost | SEAT POST, A-PRO, MANIC, 22-XPMCMOP-100/125/150-011,FORGED,6066-T6 ,2-BOLT,30.9, 100/125/150 TRAVEL, OFFSET 0MM,310/361/425MM,SCM435,ZINC FINISH BOLT Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Specialized Trail Grips |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM X1 Eagle Alloy, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 32t, 32T |
| Shifters | SRAM X01 Eagle, trigger, 12-speed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1275, 12-speed, 10-52t |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM G2 RS, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor, Rear: SRAM G2 RS, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor Type: SRAM G2 RS Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h |
|---|---|
| Spokes | DT Swiss Comp Race |
| Front Hub | DT Swiss 350, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h straight -pull |
| Rear Hub | DT Swiss 350 straight-pull, 6-bolt, DT Swiss Star Ratchet, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h straight-pull |
| Tires | Front: Specialized Ground Control, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35, Rear: Specialized Ground Control, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35 |
First added July 24
Last updated August 10
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