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S-Works Epic 8
A 29″ carbon frame electronic full suspension trail bike with ultra high-end components.
Manufacturer Price
$14,999| Weight | 22.0 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Full, Electronic, 120 / 120mm |
| Fork | RockShox SID Ultimate |
| Shock | RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate |
| Wheels | 29″ Carbon |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | XX1 Eagle AXS, XX |
| Power Meter | Integrated |
| Brakes | SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Apr 2026
Eye-watering pricing aside, the Epic 9 makes a strong case as the benchmark XC platform—with one annoying “upgrade”.
Apr 2026 · Alex Hunt
It's lighter and sharper, but the bigger story is how one bike replaces the brand’s XC lineup.
Dec 2024 · Ron Koch
The result is a single-frame design that, depending on the components added, can be either a competitive XC racing rig or a confident trail bike that is ready for anything thrown its way.
Apr 2024 · Spencer Astra
During the darkest part of the Northwest winter, I found myself aboard the new Specialized Epic 8 Evo Pro, a short-travel speed demon. After a nasty broken elbow, the Epic Evo and I seem to be sharing new titanium hardware. With 130 millimeters of travel up front and 120 at the rear, the new Epic is a cross-country bike that leans more toward gnarlier terrain than a true race bred rig as it seamlessly blends efficiency with just enough grit to tackle unforgiving trails. Even as I pedaled slow and muddy singletrack, this bike remained remarkably zippy—a testament to its short travel, low build weight, and efficient frame kinematics. Specialized has managed to shave off a few grams from the previous model iteration while producing a stable, refined ride. As I climbed, the Epic Evo’s main standout feature was efficiency. Despite the slow winter dirt, I was usually climbing with enough speed to generate a slight wind on my face. The rear shock platform felt taught and supportive under pedaling load. One of the most notable qualities of the Evo, while both climbing and descending, was the frame’s ability to eat high-frequency vibrations from the trail. My left elbow is fairly sensitive as it recovers from the break and, even with only 120 millimeters of travel, the Evo maintained a soft touch while clambering over roots and rocks.
Mar 2024 · Tyler Benedict
The new Specialized Epic 8 is a downcountry ripper disguised as a race bike. Or maybe it's the other way around. Either way, this bike is fast and fun!
Mar 2024
Goodbye Brain, hello SWAT and Flight Attendant
Mar 2024 · Guy Kesteven
With an Olympics to win 2024 is going to be a big year for XC bikes. Specialized has thrown down a serious challenge to the rest of the pack with its ultra-tech, ultra-fast, and freaky fun S-Works Epic 8
Superlight sub-1,800g frame with awesome geometry
Stiff, tough and practical enough to ride really hard
New kick-ass pedaling kinematics
Up to 1.7 liters of internal storage
Ultimate SRAM/RockShox AXS XC equipment
Excellent Specialized/Roval wheels, tires, and finishing kit
High tech is high-cost
Flight Attendant means more batteries, whirring, and weight
Mar 2024 · Simon Kohler, Robin Schmitt
We tested the 2024 Specialized Epic 8 EVO. But what is the big brother of the XC race bike capable of? Read on to find out.
More confidence inspiring than the Epic 8
Short-travel bike with an integrated storage compartment
Shock tune
Lack of comfort on rough gravel roads
| Frame | S-Works FACT 12m Carbon with Carbon Shock Extension, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain and seatpost BB Standard: BSA, 73mm, Threaded Hanger Standard: UDH Colors: Gloss Cyan Blue Pearl / Metallic White Silver; Gloss Fiery Red Dry Impasto / Metallic White Silver |
|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel Travel: 120mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | RockShox SIDLuxe ULTIMATE Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Solo Air, 190x45mm Travel: 120mm |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, Threaded |
| Handlebar | Roval Control SL Integrated cockpit, 60mm X- 12 degree integrated stem, 8-degree backsweep, 1 degree upsweep, 760mm wide |
| Saddle | Specialized S-Works Power Mirror, Carbon Rails, 143mm/155mm |
| Seatpost | RockShox Reverb AXS, 30.9mm, S: 125, M/L:150, XL: 175mm Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Specialized Trail Grips |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM / Quarq XX SL Eagle Power Meter Crankset, DUB 170mm/175mm, 34T |
| Power Meter | SRAM / Quarq XX SL Eagle Power Meter Crankset, DUB 170mm/175mm, 34T |
| Shifters | SRAM AXS POD Ultimate Controller |
| Cassette | SRAM CS-1299 10-52t |
| Chain | SRAM XX SL Eagle |
| Brakes | Front: SRAM Motive Ultimate, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor, Rear: SRAM Motive Ultimate, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor Type: SRAM Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: Roval Control World Cup, Mini hooked carbon, 28.5mm inner width, tubeless ready, Roval Control World Cup hub, DT Swiss ceramic bearings, Roval Carbon spokes w/ Ti end pieces, Rear: Roval Control World Cup, Mini hooked carbon, 28.5mm inner width, tubeless ready, Roval Control World Cup hub, DT Swiss 180 internals, Roval Carbon spokes w/ Ti end pieces |
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| Tires | Front: Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35, Rear: Specialized Air Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35 |
First added April 19
Last updated May 9
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