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Epic 8 Expert

4.7

3 Reviews

The all-new Epic 8 evolves the formula of fastest through capability, efficiency,…

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1974 to 2024: A 50-Year Tradition of Innovation
Pedal the Planet Forward

1974 to 2024: A 50-Year Tradition of Innovation

As Specialized celebrates its 50th Anniversary of innovating to improve riders’ lives, we have our sites set on the next half century and creating the future of cycling. Join us as we look back at five decades of innovation so we can continue to Pedal the Planet Forward together.

Capability

Capability

The Epic 8 sets the bar as the most capable 120mm bike on the planet. This level of performance is made possible through a holistic development approach of geometry, chassis, kinematics, custom shock damping, and spring curve.

Efficiency

Efficiency

The new Epic 8 is the most efficient pedaling suspension bike we’ve ever tested, while maintaining traction and absorbing bumps. Reducing inefficient pedal-induced bobbing by 20% and absorbing 12% more bump force vibrations, you’re climbing using less energy and feeling fresher on the descents.

Light Weight Integration

Light Weight Integration

Epic 8 gained its major capability and additional features with zero weight penalty. Through rigorous testing in our Morgan Hill, CA carbon lab, we were able to optimize tube weights while giving Epic tuned stiffness, SWAT 4.0 carrying capabilities, and steering stop.

All You Need To Know: Epic 8

All You Need To Know: Epic 8

The Epic 8 is the evolution of our championship winning xc race platform that combines capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration to bring riders the fastest XC bike in the world. Learn all you need to know about the Specialized Epic 8 in this video by Specialized University.

The Specialized Epic 8
Meet the Creators

Meet the Creators

Our Ride Dynamics team relentlessly focuses on advancing the ride by holistically developing our bikes from chassis kinematics to damper performance. Meet the team behind Epic 8 and Epic 8 EVO that brought to life the fastest XC bike on the planet.

Product Details

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The all-new Epic 8 evolves the formula of fastest through capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration. Modern XC tracks demand more and more capability by the day. Enter Epic 8. Its improved kinematics make it the most efficient pedaling bike we’ve ever tested, while custom valved (and tuned) shocks soak up every bump. It’s a wolf in wolf’s clothing.

If you’re an XC racer or prioritize all-out speed in your ride, the Epic 8 is the bike for you.

UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. You’ll be blown away by how Epic 8’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.

WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces than the previous generation, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time so you can still push while they suffer.

RIDE DYNAMICS TUNED: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8’s new shock. Our unique Ride Dynamics-prescribed damping characteristics 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 beyond 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%, while 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.

MORE WITH LESS: With the Epic 8, we didn’t spend a single extra gram to get mega capability from the frame. 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. In fact, the new S-Works Epic 8 frameset has even lost weight (76 grams to be exact) while gaining these new additions.

  • The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob
  • Ride Dynamics developed SIDLuxe Select+ shock and SID Select+ fork
  • Custom tuned shock features 3 unique damper settings
  • Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere from world cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail
  • SRAM Level Bronze Stealth 4-Piston brakes feature trail-ready stopping power in a race-ready system
  • No-compromise GX Eagle AXS Transmission provides smooth shifting all day, specially under load
  • SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials

Technical Specifications

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Frameset

SWAT

SWAT internal downtube storage

Frame

FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel

Seat Binder

Specialized Alloy, 34.9, Steel bolt

Cockpit

Stem

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

Handlebars

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

Grips

SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc

Saddle

Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails

SeatPost

X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 100/125/150/170mm travel

Suspension

Rear Shock

RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm

Fork

RockShox SID Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel

Brakes

Front Brake

SRAM Level Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor

Rear Brake

SRAM Level Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor

Drivetrain

Shift Levers

SRAM AXS POD Controller

Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission

Cassette

SRAM XS 1275, 12-speed, 10-52t

Chain

SRAM GX Eagle T-Type chain

Crankset

SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm

Chainrings

Steel, 34T

Bottom Bracket

SRAM DUB Threaded Wide

Wheels & Tires

Rims

Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h

Front Hub

DT Swiss 350, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h straight -pull

Rear Hub

DT Swiss 350 straight-pull, 6-bolt, DT Swiss Ratchet, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h straight-pull

Spokes

DT Swiss Comp Race

Front Tire

Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35

Rear Tire

Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35

Inner Tubes

Standard, Presta Valve

Weight

Weight

11.10kg (24 lb, 7.5 oz)

Weight Size

MD

* 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

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Crank Length165mm170mm170mm175mm175mm
Handlebar Width750mm750mm750mm750mm750mm
Stem Length60mm60mm60mm60mm60mm
Saddle Width155mm155mm143mm143mm143mm
Seatpost Length100mm125mm125mm150mm170mm
Head Tube Angle (high)66.4°66.4°66.4°66.4°66.4°
Stack603mm597mm598mm610mm628mm
Trail117mm117mm117mm117mm117mm
Chainstay Length435mm435mm435mm435mm435mm
Seat Tube Angle76.5°76°75.5°75.5°75.5°
BB Height (low)318mm324mm326mm328mm328mm
Fork Length, Full530mm530mm530mm530mm530mm
Reach (low)390mm420mm450mm475mm500mm
Top Tube Length, Horizontal535mm569mm605mm633mm662mm
Wheelbase1117mm1147mm1179mm1210mm1243mm
BB Height (high)323mm329mm331mm333mm333mm
Fork Rake/Offset44mm44mm44mm44mm44mm
Head Tube Length92mm92mm95mm110mm130mm
Bike Standover Height748mm755mm760mm769mm774mm
BB Drop (low)52mm46mm44mm42mm42mm
Front Center687mm716mm747mm778mm811mm
Head Tube Angle (low)65.9°65.9°65.9°65.9°65.9°
Seat Tube Length370mm390mm410mm450mm500mm
Geometry

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Rider Reviews

4.7

3 Reviews

 

Amazing Bike one problem

This bike is amazing to ride all of the components work flawlessly with each other. This bike is a must buy for any body looking to get into high level racing. There is one major issue though the Roval rims are very light but very brittle. I have cracked two rims on blue trails. Great bike to buy but leave a little room in your budget to buy new rims


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Scooby

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Epic 8 Expert

Red color looks even cooler in person. Love that the bike comes with 2 bottle cages and a tool and everything. Super easy to put together and rips out on the trail! Bike is more capable than you'd think for 120/120mm of travel!


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Riley

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EPIC 8

Such a capable and fast machine. Loving it, sooo light! Makes an old guy new again!


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