Specialized
Epic 8 EVO PRO - 2026
$8,199.00
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 SL Factory fork
- Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere from world cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail
- SRAM’s legendary Motive Silver 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
This high-performance XC race bike is built around a FACT 11m Carbon frame with Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineering™, internal cable routing, a threaded bottom bracket, UDH-compatible 12x148mm rear dropout, and 120mm of travel. It also integrates SWAT internal downtube storage and features a Specialized Alloy 34.9 seat binder with a steel bolt. Suspension duties are handled by a FOX FLOAT Factory EVOL LV rear shock with Ride Dynamics tuning and 2-position compression adjust (190x45mm), paired with a Fox 34 SL Factory fork featuring a Grip X Damper, adjustable HSC, LSC, and LSR, offering 130mm of travel and a 44mm offset. Braking power comes from SRAM Motive Silver 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes with a 180mm rotor up front and 160mm in the rear. The drivetrain is a wireless SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission, operated by an AXS POD Controller, with a SRAM DUB threaded wide bottom bracket, 165/170/175mm crank arms, and a 32T chainring driving a 12-speed SRAM XS 1295 cassette (10-52). Rolling on Roval Control Carbon rims with a 29mm internal width, offset design, and Sapim stainless spokes, the bike is tubeless-ready and equipped with Industry Nine 1:1 hubs. The front tire is a Specialized Purgatory GRID 29x2.4 T9, while the rear is a Specialized Ground Control Grid Lite 29x2.35 T5/T7, both paired with Specialized Turbo Tubes. The cockpit includes a Fox Transfer Factory dropper post (30.9mm) with 1X remote, a Raceface Turbine R stem (50mm, 35mm clamp), and Roval Control Rise Carbon handlebars (780mm width, 20mm rise). Comfort is provided by a Specialized Power Expert saddle with titanium rails and Specialized Trail grips.
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