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2021 Epic Expert

4.7

9 Reviews

When speed comes calling, the Epic Expert doesn't just answer, it yells back, 'Catch…

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When speed comes calling, the Epic Expert doesn't just answer, it yells back, 'Catch me if you can!'

Featuring the most efficient suspension platform ever to grace a World Cup start line, the Epic Expert pairs 100-millimeters of Brain-controlled travel front and rear for a package that was born to erase seconds from the clock.

A Smarter BRAIN

Mixing hardtail efficiency and full-suspension capability to impressively quick results, Epic has always been defined by uncompromised commitment to speed.

Well, that and over 100 World Cup wins and podiums too. True to form, the latest Epic continues the tradition, taking advantage of the most efficient Brain suspension we've ever created to ensure it's always on a first-name-basis with fast.

Re-engineered hand-in-hand with the new Epic, the latest BRAIN design resets the expectation for efficiency, employing a new race-tuned pedaling platform to ensure every watt possible is translated into forward motion, while handily soaking up momentum-killing chatter and big hits alike—all more smoothly than ever.

Frame-Changer

Redesigned with a focus on efficient power transfer and better handling performance, the Epic's all-new FACT 11m carbon frame features a 15-percent stiffer rear triangle in order to take full advantage of the BRAIN's new race-tuned pedaling platform, while the revised carbon layup of the front-triangle sheds weight, sending the Epic's already sky-high stiffness-to-weight ratio even higher.

  • Offering 100-millimeters of brilliantly efficient BRAIN-controlled travel, the Epic’s FACT 11m carbon frame increases rear-triangle stiffness for peerless power transfer and introduces the most capable handling in an Epic yet, all while shedding weight over the previous-generation Epic.

  • The RockShox SID SL BRAIN fork serves up 100-millimeters of brilliantly controlled BRAIN travel for effecient performance that pairs perfectly with the Epic's rear BRAIN system.

  • Sprightly stoppers from SRAM, Level TL brakes offer smooth modulation for precise speed control.

  • Descending from a long World Cup lineage, hand-built Roval Control Carbon wheels feature a modern 25-millimeter internal-width hookless rim, and maximize strength, ride quality, and durability while keeping weight to a minimum.

Technical Specifications

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ACCESSORIES

SWAT

SWAT EMT Cage-Mount Tool

DRIVETRAIN

Rear Derailleur

SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed

Shift Levers

SRAM X01 Eagle, trigger, 12-speed

Cassette

SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 12-speed, 10-50t

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed

Crankset

SRAM X1 Eagle, DUB, 32T, XS: 165mm, SM: 170mm, M-XL: 175mm

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, Threaded

COCKPIT

Handlebars

Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp

SeatPost

Specialized Alloy, Single Bolt, 30.9mm

Stem

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

Tape

Specialized Trail Grips

Saddle

Body Geometry Power Comp, Cromoly rails

WHEELS

Rims

Roval Control Carbon, 25mm internal width, Zero bead hook, Tubeless ready, 28h

Front Hub

DT Swiss 350, 15x110mm spacing, Torque caps, 6-bolt, 28h

Rear Hub

DT Swiss 350, Star Ratchet, SRAM XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 28h

Spokes

DT Swiss Competition Race

Front Tire

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

Rear Tire

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

Inner Tubes

Presta, 60mm valve

FRAMESET

Frame

FACT 11m Full Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing, 100mm of travel

Seat Binder

Specialized Alloy, 34.9mm

SUSPENSION

Rear Shock

RockShox-Specialized BRAIN, Rx XC Tune, 5 Position Platform Adjust, Rebound Adjust, Integrated Extension, 265x52.5mm

BRAKES

Front Brake

SRAM Level TL, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc

Rear Brake

SRAM Level TL, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc

Suspension

Fork

RockShox SID SL BRAIN, Bottom-Adjust Brain damper, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 100mm 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

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Crank Length165mm170mm175mm175mm175mm
Handlebar Width750mm750mm750mm750mm750mm
Stem Length60mm60mm70mm70mm70mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm143mm143mm143mm
Seatpost Length350mm350mm400mm400mm400mm
Stack596mm586mm591mm605mm623mm
Reach390mm415mm445mm470mm495mm
Head Tube Length95mm95mm100mm115mm135mm
Head Tube Angle67.5°67.5°67.5°67.5°67.5°
BB Height314mm324mm324mm324mm324mm
BB Drop58mm48mm48mm48mm48mm
Trail106mm106mm106mm106mm106mm
Fork Length, Full505mm505mm505mm505mm505mm
Fork Rake/Offset44mm44mm44mm44mm44mm
Front Centre663mm687mm719mm750mm782mm
Chainstay Length433mm433mm433mm433mm433mm
Wheelbase1090mm1116mm1148mm1179mm1211mm
Bike Standover Height740mm763mm766mm776mm788mm
Seat Tube Length375mm400mm430mm470mm520mm
Seat Tube Angle76.5°75.8°75.5°75.5°75.5°
Top Tube Length, Horizontal533mm563mm598mm626mm656mm
Geometry

Manual Downloads

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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual Addendum: Riding With Kids
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Tire Pressure and Handlebar Grips Addendum
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Trainer Usage Addendum to the Bicycle Owner's Manual
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2019 Rider/Bike Weight Limits and Terrain Conditions
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (All Languages)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Chinese Simplified)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (English)
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Specialized Bicycle Owner's Manual (Japanese)
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2021 EPIC - USER MANUAL - ENGLISH
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2017 FSR Tool Kit User Manual
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2021 Epic User Manual

Rider Reviews

4.7

9 Reviews

 

MID RANGE EPIC: LIGHTNING QUICK & SUPER SHARP HANDLING....

All new frame, comes with an all new Brain! I have ridden EPICs since 2002, its first appearance.I was lucky to obtain the last Size M in the UK in 2021( GLOSS RED TINT/WHITE GOLD GHOST PEARL, and wow what machine. Fast, slick, responsive, quick.....and climbs like a scalded cat. Believe the hype....its justas awesome bike for the money.

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Yes!

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WIGZY

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Epic expert 2021

Top fiets! Ik heb al verschillende epic fully's gehad aar deze steekt er toch boven uit. Paar kleine aanpassingen gedaan en een fiets die overal inzebaar is.

Would Recommend?
Yes!

Name:
Guy

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Excelente

Rápida e confortável de excelente dirigibilidade.


Name:
FABIANO

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Negozio al 🔝

Competenza


Name:
Giancarlo

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More capable XC Race Bike

Believe the hype. I raced the Epic Expert's previous model and the difference to this one is night and day. The slacker head angle, lower bb, and wider internal rims all translate to an incredibly capable XC race bike. This bike is a blast, you get to send it on the downhills like never before without any compromise on the uphill. Been riding and racing on it for 9 months. Best bike I've ever owned.


Name:
Cameron

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Great bike

I am starting to race more so it is a racer and a really great one. I got it but it is expensive for what you get. I wish there was a cheaper model. Overall it is a great bike


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Ryan

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Rápida, cómoda y segura

Más rápida y ágil que una rígida, con una amosrtiguación fantástica. Lo mejor para largas rutas y rutas rápidas. Cada día estoy más contento con su compra.


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Jl P.

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Rápida, cómoda y segura

Más rápida y ágil que una rígida, con una amosrtiguación fantástica. Lo mejor para largas rutas y rutas rápidas. Cada día estoy más contento con su compra.


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Jl P.

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Very Fast bike!

I don't race, but wanted a bike capable for the trails I ride 90% of the time. I was torn between the EVO and the Standard Epic. I liked the idea of the BRAIN technology. I'm still working on my position and setup, but so far, the bike is really fast.


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Hump

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