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.
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Frame: |
FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel |
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Seat Binder: |
Specialized Alloy, 34.9, Steel bolt |
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Suspension: |
Rear Shock |
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Fox: |
Float Performance, Evol LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm |
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Fork: |
Fox 34 Performance, Grip Damper, Compression adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm |
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Front Brake: |
SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180/200mm rotor |
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Rear Brake: |
SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor |
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Shift Levers: |
Sram AXS POD Controller |
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Rear Derailleur: |
SRAM S-1000 Eagle Transmission |
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Cassette: |
SRAM XS 1270 Transmission, 10-52t |
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Chain: |
SRAM GX Transmission |
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Crankset: |
SRAM S1000 Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 32T |
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Chainrings: |
32t |
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Bottom Bracket: |
SRAM DUB Threaded Wide |
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Rims: |
Specialized Alloy 29, 27mm internal width, tubeless |
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Front Hub: |
Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h |
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Rear Hub: |
Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 148mmx12mm thru-axle, 28h |
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Spokes: |
DT Swiss Industry |
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Front Tire: |
Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, 29x2.4 |
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Rear Tire: |
Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35 |
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Inner Tubes: |
Standard 40mm PV 29x1.75-2.4 |
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Stem: |
Alloy Stem, 35mm clamp, 60mm |
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Handlebars: |
Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide |
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Grips: |
Specialized Trail Grips |
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Saddle: |
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails |
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SeatPost: |
X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150/170 Travel, 0mm offset |
