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

This high-performance mountain bike features a FACT 11m Carbon frame with Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineering™, SWAT internal downtube storage, a threaded bottom bracket, UDH-compatible 12x148mm rear dropout, internal cable routing, and 120mm of travel. The SWAT system provides integrated storage within the downtube, while the Specialized Alloy 34.9 seat binder with a steel bolt ensures a secure fit. Suspension is handled by a RockShox SID Select+ fork with Ride Dynamics-developed 3-position TwistLoc remote adjust, Debon Air spring, 15x110mm axle, and 44mm offset, paired with a RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock offering 3-position remote adjust and Solo Air technology. Stopping power comes from Shimano XT 8200 hydraulic disc brakes with 4-piston calipers and 180mm rotors front and rear.

The drivetrain includes a Shimano XT crankset (34t) in size-specific crank lengths, a 32T chainring, Shimano XT chain, Shimano XT Di2 12-speed shifters, a Shimano XT Di2 rear derailleur, and a Shimano XT M8200 12-speed cassette with a 10-51t range, supported by a Shimano BB-MT801 threaded bottom bracket. Rolling on Roval Control SL V hookless carbon wheels with 29mm inner width, tubeless-ready DT Swiss 370 hubs, and Sapim D-Light straight-pull spokes, the bike is equipped with Specialized Fast Trak TLR tires (29x2.35) front and rear, plus Specialized Turbo Tubes. The cockpit features a Body Geometry Power Comp saddle with steel rails, SRAM slip-on grips with Twist-Loc, a Specialized Alloy Minirise handlebar (10mm rise, 750mm width, 31.8mm clamp), and a Specialized XC 3D-forged alloy stem with a 6-degree rise. An X-Fusion Manic dropper seatpost offers size-specific travel (100mm on XS, 125mm on S, 150mm on M-L, and 170mm on XL) with 0mm offset for optimal riding position