Epic Hardtail

2020 Epic Hardtail

Hands down, the best value in cross-country racing machines today. The Epic Hardtail now features the same featherweight carbon chassis as our Pro model. Complete with a smart component package and a ride quality that’s second to none, this bike is a raging deal.

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.

• RockShox Judy Gold 29 fork features Motion Control "lock-out" lever.

• SRAM SX Eagle drivetrain gives you all the gearing you need to tackle the biggest climbs.

Technical Specifications

FRAMESET

SWAT

SWAT EMT Cage-Mount Tool

Seat Binder

Specialized Alloy 34.9

Frame

Specialized FACT 11m, Progressive XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing

COCKPIT

SeatPost

Specialized Alloy, Single Bolt, 30.9mm

Handlebars

Specialized Alloy Minirise, 6.5mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp

Tape

Specialized Trail Grips

Stem

Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise

Saddle

Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails

DRIVETRAIN

Chainrings

32T

Rear Derailleur

SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed

Shift Levers

SRAM SX Eagle, trigger, 12-speed

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, threaded

Crankset

SRAM X1000 Eagle, DUB, 170/175mm 32T

Cassette

SRAM PG-1210 Eagle, 11-50t

Chain

SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed

WHEELS

Rims

Stout XC 29, 25mm internal width, disc-specific

Front Tire

Fast Trak, Control casing, GRIPTON® compound, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"

Inner Tubes

Presta, 60mm valve

Front Hub

Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h

Rear Hub

Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 32h

Rear Tire

Fast Trak, Control casing, GRIPTON® compound, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"

Spokes

DT Swiss Industry

BRAKES

Front Brake

Shimano MT-501, hydraulic disc, resin pad

Rear Brake

Shimano MT-501, hydraulic disc, resin pad

Suspension

Fork

RockShox Judy Gold 29, Motion Control damper, 42mm offset, 15x110mm thru-axle, 100mm of travel

* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colourway, 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°