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2020 Epic Hardtail Expert

$4,320

4 Reviews

With all of the growth in full-suspension XC bikes, we found that hardtails were…

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Satin Carbon/Tarmac Black

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Product Details

With all of the growth in full-suspension XC bikes, we found that hardtails were starting to become a little same old, same old. So we thought to ourselves, 'What better time than now to shake things up with a modern, revolutionary design?' Say hello to the Epic Hardtail Expert.

THE GAME CHANGER

The Epic Hardtail sports one of the lightest production frames to date, but it’s a hell of a lot more than that. We designed the most capable and comfortable racing chassis ever created, because you’re not fast if you’re being pummeled by the trail. It’s a game changer. MORE CONTROL MEANS MORE SPEED

Looking to ride faster? Who isn’t? That’s why we relaxed its head angle and lengthened the reach. The Epic retains a short wheelbase for deft handling yet offers more predictable steering and a centered rider position for increased control and speed on any trail.

• One of the lightest and most capable carbon hardtail frames ever created.

• SRAM's 12-speed GX Eagle groupset provides a wide gear range, letting you spin up the climbs.

• RockShox SID Brain 29,with Brain-fade inertia valve.

Technical Specifications

FRAMESET

SWAT

SWAT EMT Cage-Mount Tool

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Geometry

	XS	S	M	L	XL
Crank Length	165mm	170mm	175mm	175mm	175mm
Handlebar Width	750mm	750mm	750mm	750mm	750mm
Stem Length	60mm	60mm	70mm	70mm	70mm
Saddle Width	155mm	155mm	143mm	143mm	143mm
Seatpost Length	350mm	350mm	400mm	400mm	400mm
Stack	594mm	608mm	608mm	622mm	636mm
Reach	385mm	405mm	430mm	455mm	480mm
Head Tube Length	95mm	95mm	95mm	110mm	125mm
Head Tube Angle	68.5°	68.5°	68.5°	68.5°	68.5°
BB Height	309mm	309mm	309mm	309mm	309mm
BB Drop	63mm	63mm	63mm	63mm	63mm
Trail	100mm	100mm	100mm	100mm	100mm
Fork Length, Full	486mm	506mm	506mm	506mm	506mm
Fork Rake/Offset	42mm	42mm	42mm	42mm	42mm
Front Center	642mm	669mm	694mm	724mm	754mm
Chainstay Length	430mm	430mm	430mm	430mm	430mm
Wheelbase	1063mm	1091mm	1116mm	1147mm	1177mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal	555mm	579mm	604mm	633mm	662mm
Bike Standover Height	732mm	762mm	792mm	816mm	847mm
Seat Tube Length	367mm	400mm	430mm	470mm	520mm
Seat Tube Angle	74°	74°	74°	74°	74°

Manual Downloads

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual Addendum: Riding With Kids

Tire Pressure and Handlebar Grips Addendum

Trainer Usage Addendum to the Bicycle Owner's Manual

Dodatek - POUŽITÍ TRENAŽÉRU

Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (All Languages)

Carbon Mountain Handlebars

Epic HT User Manual

Mission Control App 2.0 User Guide (Chinese)

Mission Control App 2.0 User Guide (English)

Roval Road and Mountain Wheelsets

For safety warning please refer to the documentation in the Manual Downloads section of this page.

Rider Reviews

4 Reviews

06/30/2023

My favorite bike in the stable.....

This is the only bike I own I wouldn't trade. Wonderful ride. I changed to AXS, 4 piston brakes with 200F and 180R rotors and a AXS dropper. My friends question if its an e-bike....cuze it flys

Would Recommend?: Yes!

Name:: Dan

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10/21/2020

I very like the bike and store experiences!

Bike shipped to 3 Avenue store on UES Newyork (why I'm talking about? Because the service is key to attach the brand) They were very helpful from start to the end. Information about the bike, tools and equipment are satisfied! It's the handsome bike ever...

Name:: Ozgur

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08/06/2020

Amazing Bike

This is my 4th Specialized and my 3rd Specialized hart tail. They keep innovating and improving. I'm amazed at how, light, agile and solid this bike feels. It handles everything really well. This is now the bike I reach for first most of the time. It climbs effortlessly, descends so well I sometimes forget it's a hard tail. Is equally good on fire roads or singletrack. It has made my local trails seem more interesting and I find myself taking the longer loops more and putting more miles on since it's so nice to pedal. I think this is one of the best hard tails you can get in 2020 and a great all around choice for well rounded XC bike.

Name:: Ezra

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03/25/2020

Best hardtail MTB on the market

Climbing is inspired with immediate acceleration from the lightweight carbon wheels. The Power saddle that comes with the bike snaps to my bum like Lego, with no discomfort at all. The descents are inspired--fantastic stability with the new slacker head tube angle and wider handlebars. Although I had some initial hesitation about the Brain fork, the dynamic valving actually seems smart; it is open when you need cush and closed when you are hammering gravel roads! Seriously fast, comfortable, fun bike!

Name:: Scotty

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