Specialized statement on COVID-19 Read Here
en
For years now, one bike could always be counted on as a threat in any XC race—the S-Works Epic. The S-Works Epic has stormed its way to more World Championship titles and Olympic medals than anyone can count. This, right here, is the fast track to the podium.
PERFECTLY EVOLVED
Race courses have evolved. They're more technical, steeper, and more challenging. The Epic stays well ahead of the curve, with handling that’s nimble, yet confident and controlled. A longer reach, slacker head angle, and custom fork offset all play a part here. Evolution, it turns out, is a beautiful thing.
HARDTAIL EFFICIENT. FULL-SUSPENSION CONTROL
Suspension should always make you faster—never slow you down with energy-sucking suspension bob. Our ingenious Brain-equipped shocks keep the Epic firm when the trail is smooth, then automatically turns your bike plush the moment your tires meet rocks and roots.
• S-Works, carbon chassis and ingenious Brain-equipped suspension—nothing’s faster.
• RockShox SID Brain Ultimate fork—it’s firm during sprints and plush over the hits.
• Shimano XTR 12-speed drivetrain provides lightning-quick and precise shifts.
Technical Specifications
FRAMESET
| FRAME | S-Works FACT 12m, XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing, 100mm of travel |
| SEAT BINDER | Specialized Alloy, 34.9mm, Titanium bolt |
| SWAT | SWAT EMT Cage-Mount Tool |
SUSPENSION
| REAR SHOCK | Custom RockShox Micro Brain shock w/ Spike Valve, AUTOSAG, 51x257mm |
| FORK | RockShox SID Brain Ultimate, top-adjust Brain Fade, tapered carbon crown and steerer, 15x110mm Maxle® Stealth thru-axle, 42mm offset, 100mm of travel |
COCKPIT
| STEM | S-Works SL, alloy, titanium bolts, 6-degree rise |
| HANDLEBARS | S-Works Carbon XC Mini Rise, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 10mm rise, 760mm, 31.8mm |
| GRIPS | Specialized Trail Grips |
| SADDLE | Body Geometry S-Works Power, carbon fiber rails, carbon fiber base, 143mm |
| SEATPOST | S-Works FACT carbon, 10mm setback, 30.9mm |
BRAKES
| FRONT BRAKE | Shimano XTR Race M-9100 |
| REAR BRAKE | Shimano XTR Race M-9100 |
DRIVETRAIN
| REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed, Shadow Plus |
| SHIFT LEVERS | Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed |
| CASSETTE | Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed, 10-51t |
| CHAIN | Shimano XTR M9100, 12-speed w/ quick link |
| CRANKSET | Race Face Next SL, 170/175mm |
| CHAINRINGS | Alloy, 32T |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | Threaded, 30mm spindle |
WHEELS
| RIMS | Roval Control SL, hookless carbon, 25mm internal width, tubeless-ready, hand-built |
| FRONT HUB | Roval Control SL, sealed cartridge bearings, 15mm thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 24h |
| REAR HUB | Roval Control SL, DT Swiss Star Ratchet, 54t engagement, DT Swiss Microspline 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 |
* Specifications are subject to change without notice
Geometry
Epic - Geometry
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crank Length | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm | 175mm |
| Stem Length | 60mm | 75mm | 75mm | 90mm |
| Seatpost Length | 350mm | 400mm | 400mm | 400mm |
| Saddle Width | 155mm | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm |
| Handlebar Width | 760mm | 760mm | 760mm | 760mm |
| Reach | 408mm | 433mm | 456mm | 475mm |
| Top Tube Length, Horizontal | 568mm | 596mm | 623mm | 647mm |
| Stack | 588mm | 597mm | 611mm | 630mm |
| Wheelbase | 1094mm | 1123mm | 1151mm | 1177mm |
| Chainstay Length | 438mm | 438mm | 438mm | 438mm |
| Front Center | 659mm | 687mm | 715mm | 742mm |
| BB Drop | 38.9mm | 38.9mm | 38.9mm | 38.9mm |
| BB Height | 332mm | 332mm | 332mm | 332mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.75° | 74.75° | 74.75° | 74.75° |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5° | 69.5° | 69.5° | 69.5° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400mm | 434mm | 470mm | 520mm |
| Head Tube Length | 95mm | 105mm | 120mm | 140mm |
| Bike Standover Height | 764mm | 770mm | 776mm | 799mm |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 42mm | 42mm | 42mm | 42mm |
| Fork Length, Full | 506mm | 506mm | 506mm | 506mm |
| Trail | 94mm | 94mm | 94mm | 94mm |