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Specialized
Epic 8 EVO PRO - 2024
$8,500.00
$7,399.00
The fastest downcountry bike in the world. Epic 8 EVO is the dressed up, cranked-to-11 expression of the new Epic 8. Spec’d to slay downcountry terrain with its unmatched combo of capability, efficiency, and light weight, Epic 8 EVO’s updated kinematics allow for insanely efficient climbing—while the Ride Dynamics-tuned shock eats up rough terrain on the way down.
If ripping single track at blazing fast speeds and high fiving your friends is your idea of fun, the Epic 8 EVO is the bike for you.
UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet, made even more capable. You’ll be blown away by how Epic 8 EVO’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. With a bump up to 130mm of travel up front to eat up the chunk and a slew of trail-friendly specs, Epic 8 EVO feels right at home on the rough stuff.
WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 EVO absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time. That opens the options for another lap (or 3).
RIDE DYNAMICS TUNED: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8 EVO’s new shock. Our team prescribes the special damping characteristics to 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 above 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%, 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.
FULLY LOADED: 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.
- The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob
- Ride Dynamics tuned FOX Float Factory and 130mm FOX 34 Factory fork
- Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere from world cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail
- SRAM’s legendary Code Silver Stealth 4-Piston brakes boast major stopping power with a sleek aesthetic
- Ride in confidence with super rugged and dependable XO Eagle AXS Transmission
- SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials
The frameset of this bike features an 11m Carbon FACT construction with Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineering™, and SWAT internal downtube storage. It includes a threaded bottom bracket, 12x148mm UDH-compatible rear dropout, and internal cable routing, providing 120mm of travel. The seat binder is a Specialized Alloy 34.9mm with a steel bolt.
For suspension, the bike is equipped with a Fox 34 Factory fork featuring a Grip2 Damper, four-way adjustability, 130mm travel, a 44mm offset, and a 15x110mm axle. The rear shock is a Fox Float Factory Evol LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned with LSC/Rebound adjust and a 190x45mm measurement.
The braking system consists of SRAM Code Silver Stealth hydraulic disc brakes with a four-piston caliper. The front rotor is either 180mm or 200mm HS2, while the rear rotor is 180mm HS2.
The drivetrain includes SRAM AXS POD Controller shift levers, a SRAM DUB Threaded Wide bottom bracket, and a Sram X0 Eagle chain. The rear derailleur is a SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission, paired with a SRAM X0 Eagle crankset (170/175mm). It also features a SRAM XS 1295 12-speed cassette (10-52T) and a 32T alloy chainring.
The wheels and tires consist of Roval Control carbon rims with an offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, and 28 spokes, tubeless-ready. The front hub is an Industry Nine 1/1, 6-bolt, 15mm thru-axle, 110mm spacing, while the rear hub is Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148mm thru-axle, with an XD freehub body. The front tire is a Specialized Purgatory GRID Casing, T9 Compound (29x2.4), and the rear tire is a Specialized Ground Control GRID Casing, T7 Compound (29x2.35). The bike comes with standard inner tubes with Presta valves and 14g black stainless steel spokes.
The cockpit includes a Body Geometry Power Expert saddle and a Fox Transfer Factory dropper seatpost (30.9mm) with a 1X remote, offering 125mm travel (SM), 150mm (MD), and 175mm (L-XL). The handlebars are Roval Control Rise Carbon (780mm wide, 20mm rise, 35mm clamp), while the grips are Specialized Trail Grips. The bike is finished with a Raceface Turbine R stem (50mm, 35mm clamp).
COLORS
Satin Forest Green/Spruce
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