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Specialized Epic 8 EVO Expert

Specialized Epic 8 EVO Expert
  • Color: Satin Silver Dust / Gunmetal
  • Color: Gloss Cast Lilac / Dune White
$7,000.00
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Wheel Size: 29-inch
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The fastest downcountry bike in the world. Epic 8 EVO is the dressed up, cranked-to-11 expression of the new Epic 8. Spec’d to slay downcountry terrain with its unmatched combo of capability, efficiency, and light weight, Epic 8 EVO’s updated kinematics allow for insanely efficient climbing—while the Ride Dynamics-tuned shock eats up rough terrain on the way down.

If ripping single track at blazing fast speeds and high fiving your friends is your idea of fun, the Epic 8 EVO is the bike for you.

UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet, made even more capable. You’ll be blown away by how Epic 8 EVO’s progressive geometry delivers technical terrain capability alongside fast and efficient climbing and acceleration performance. The absurd lateral and torsional rigidity of the chassis translates to some seriously precision handling, too. With a bump up to 130mm of travel up front to eat up the chunk and a slew of trail-friendly specs, Epic 8 EVO feels right at home on the rough stuff.

WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 EVO absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time. That opens the options for another lap (or 3).

RIDE DYNAMICS TUNED: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8 EVO’s new shock. Our team prescribes the special damping characteristics to holistically elevate the riding experience. By tuning the dampers alongside the chassis’ leverage rates and new kinematics, we’re able to deliver a bike that rides above the sum of its parts.

BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing the kinematics of the suspension, Specialized’s Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient pedal-induced bobbing by 20%, maintaining active suspension for effective bump force management, to ensure you remain in the most efficient pedaling position. It’s the most efficient pedaling suspension bike we’ve ever tested.

FULLY LOADED: All models now feature SWAT 4.0 to carry all your trail essentials, and an integrated steering stop to prevent the ubiquitous top tube scar the first time you crash and your bars spin.

- The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob
- Ride Dynamics tuned FOX Float Performance Elite and 130mm FOX 34 Performance Elite fork
- Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere from World Cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail
- SRAM’s legendary Code Bronze Stealth 4-Piston brakes boast major stopping power with a sleek aesthetic
- Ride in confidence with super rugged and dependable GX Eagle AXS Transmission
- SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials

Sizes:
Frame SizeX-SmallSmallMediumLargeX-Large
Crank Length (mm)165 170170175175
Handlebar Width (mm)780 780780780780
Stem Length (mm)50 50505050
Saddle Width (mm)155 155143143143
Seatpost Length (mm)125 125150170170
Bike Standover Height (mm)754 761766775779
Seat Tube Length (mm)370 390410450500
Seat Tube Angle76° 75.5°75°75°75°
Top Tube Length, Horizontal (mm)633 662535569605
Stack (mm)606 600601613632
Reach (mm)385 415445470495
Head Tube Length (mm)92 9295110130
Head Tube Angle (low)65.4° 65.4°65.4°65.4°65.4°
Head Tube Angle (high)65.9° 65.9°65.9°65.9°65.9°
BB Height (low) (mm)322 327329331331
BB Height (high) (mm)327 333335337337
BB Drop (low) (mm)39 39494341
Trail (mm)120 120120120120
Fork Length, Full (mm)540 540540540540
Fork Rake/Offset (mm)44 44444444
Front Center (mm)690 720751782815
Chainstay Length (mm)435 435435435435
Wheelbase (mm)1121 1151118312141247

Specs

Pedals Sold Separately
Fork Fox 34 Performance Elite, Grip X Damper, HSC, LSC, LSR adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm
Hubs Front: Industry Nine 1/1, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h
Rear: Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h
Rims Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
Stem Alloy Stem, 35mm clamp, 50mm
Chain SRAM GX Transmission
Frame FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel
Tires Front: Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, 29x2.4
Rear: Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Saddle Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Spokes Sapim D-light
Crankset SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 32T
Seatpost X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150/170 Travel, 0mm offset
Shifters SRAM XS-1275, 12-speed, 10-52t
Chainrings 32t
Handlebars Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide
Rear Shock Fox Float Performance Elite, Evol LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm
Tape/Grips Specialized Trail Grips
Bottom Bracket SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Rear Derailleur SRAM GX AXS Transmission
Accessories & Extras SWAT internal downtube storage
Cassette/Freewheel SRAM AXS POD Controller

* Subject to change without notice.

Part Numbers

Option UPC MPN Store SKU
Gloss Cast Lilac / Dune White / X-Large / 29-inch 196625162213 90325-3205
Gloss Cast Lilac / Dune White / Small / 29-inch 196625162183 90325-3202
Gloss Cast Lilac / Dune White / Medium / 29-inch 196625162190 90325-3203
Satin Silver Dust / Gunmetal / X-Small / 29-inch 196625162275 90325-3301
Satin Silver Dust / Gunmetal / Large / 29-inch 196625162251 90325-3304 210000052562
Gloss Cast Lilac / Dune White / Large / 29-inch 196625162268 90325-3204
Satin Silver Dust / Gunmetal / X-Large / 29-inch 196625162206 90325-3305
Gloss Cast Lilac / Dune White / X-Small / 29-inch 196625162220 90325-3201
Satin Silver Dust / Gunmetal / Medium / 29-inch 196625162244 90325-3303
Satin Silver Dust / Gunmetal / Small / 29-inch 196625162237 90325-3302

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