Skip to content

Specialized - Epic 8 EVO Expert

SKU 90325-3202
Original price $0.00 - Original price $0.00
Original price
$11,900.00
$11,900.00 - $11,900.00
Current price $11,900.00
Colour: Gloss Cast Lilac / Dune White
Size: S

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 Performance Elite and 130mm FOX 34 Performance Elite fork

  • Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere from world cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail

  • SRAM’s legendary Code Bronze Stealth 4-Piston brakes boast major stopping power with a sleek aesthetic

  • Ride in confidence with super rugged and dependable GX Eagle AXS Transmission

  • SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials

Frameset
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
SEAT BINDER Specialized Alloy, 34.9, Steel bolt
SWAT SWAT internal downtube storage
Suspension
FORK Fox 34 Performance Elite, Grip X Damper, HSC, LSC, LSR adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm
REAR SHOCK Fox Float Performance Elite, Evol LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm
Cockpit
SEATPOST X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150/170 Travel, 0mm offset
SADDLE Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
HANDLEBARS Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide
GRIPS Specialized Trail Grips
STEM Alloy Stem, 35mm clamp, 50mm
Brakes
REAR BRAKE SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
FRONT BRAKE SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180/200mm rotor
Drivetrain
SHIFT LEVERS SRAM AXS POD Controller
BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
CHAIN SRAM GX Transmission
REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM GX AXS Transmission
CRANKSET SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 32T
CASSETTE SRAM XS-1275, 12-speed, 10-52t
CHAINRINGS 32t
Wheels & Tires
RIMS Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
FRONT HUB Industry Nine 1/1, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h
REAR HUB Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h
FRONT TIRE Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, 29x2.4
REAR TIRE Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
SPOKES Sapim D-light
INNER TUBES Standard 40mm PV 29x1.75-2.4
Weight
WEIGHT 12.16kg (26 lb, 12.9 oz)
WEIGHT SIZE MD

* Specifications are subject to change without notice

XSSMLXL
Crank Length165170170175175
Handlebar Width780780780780780
Stem Length5050505050
Saddle Width155155143143143
Seatpost Length125125150170170
Bike Standover Height754761766775779
Seat Tube Length370390410450500
Seat Tube Angle7675.5757575
Top Tube Length, Horizontal535569605633662
Stack606600601613632
Reach385415445470495
Head Tube Length929295110130
Head Tube Angle (low)65.465.465.465.465.4
Head Tube Angle (high)65.965.965.965.965.9
BB Height (low)322327329331331
BB Height (high)327333335337337
BB Drop (low)4943413939
Trail120120120120120
Fork Length, Full540540540540540
Fork Rake/Offset4444444444
Front Center690720751782815
Chainstay Length435435435435435
Wheelbase11211151118312141247

All bikes purchased from iRIDE will have been pre-assembled by our mechanics and test ridden. You will also receive a multi point checklist of all the safety checks and bike build elements we work through to ensure you bike is correctly assembled, and then tested so that it runs as it should. Bikes being sent to a customer who is unable to collect it from iRIDE, will have it boxed, wheels, saddle and bars generally off and re-packaged.

The delivery of bikes will be organized once a freight fee can be determined based on weight and delivery location.

Assembly should take no longer than 10-20 minutes. It is recommended that a skilled mechanic assemble, or check the bike. If possible your local bike shop is likely best placed to do this from a safety perspective to ensure all is as it should be. If a rider is having any issues we can hook up an online video chat, or talk over the phone. If this service is required email us at workshop@iride.net.nz to organise a time that suits all parties.

  • DESCRIPTION
  • FEATURES
  • SPECIFICATION
  • GEOMETRY
  • BUYING A BIKE
  • 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 Performance Elite and 130mm FOX 34 Performance Elite fork

    • Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere from world cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail

    • SRAM’s legendary Code Bronze Stealth 4-Piston brakes boast major stopping power with a sleek aesthetic

    • Ride in confidence with super rugged and dependable GX Eagle AXS Transmission

    • SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials

  • Frameset
    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
    SEAT BINDER Specialized Alloy, 34.9, Steel bolt
    SWAT SWAT internal downtube storage
    Suspension
    FORK Fox 34 Performance Elite, Grip X Damper, HSC, LSC, LSR adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm
    REAR SHOCK Fox Float Performance Elite, Evol LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm
    Cockpit
    SEATPOST X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150/170 Travel, 0mm offset
    SADDLE Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
    HANDLEBARS Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide
    GRIPS Specialized Trail Grips
    STEM Alloy Stem, 35mm clamp, 50mm
    Brakes
    REAR BRAKE SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
    FRONT BRAKE SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180/200mm rotor
    Drivetrain
    SHIFT LEVERS SRAM AXS POD Controller
    BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
    CHAIN SRAM GX Transmission
    REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM GX AXS Transmission
    CRANKSET SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 32T
    CASSETTE SRAM XS-1275, 12-speed, 10-52t
    CHAINRINGS 32t
    Wheels & Tires
    RIMS Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
    FRONT HUB Industry Nine 1/1, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h
    REAR HUB Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h
    FRONT TIRE Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, 29x2.4
    REAR TIRE Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
    SPOKES Sapim D-light
    INNER TUBES Standard 40mm PV 29x1.75-2.4
    Weight
    WEIGHT 12.16kg (26 lb, 12.9 oz)
    WEIGHT SIZE MD

    * Specifications are subject to change without notice

  • XSSMLXL
    Crank Length165170170175175
    Handlebar Width780780780780780
    Stem Length5050505050
    Saddle Width155155143143143
    Seatpost Length125125150170170
    Bike Standover Height754761766775779
    Seat Tube Length370390410450500
    Seat Tube Angle7675.5757575
    Top Tube Length, Horizontal535569605633662
    Stack606600601613632
    Reach385415445470495
    Head Tube Length929295110130
    Head Tube Angle (low)65.465.465.465.465.4
    Head Tube Angle (high)65.965.965.965.965.9
    BB Height (low)322327329331331
    BB Height (high)327333335337337
    BB Drop (low)4943413939
    Trail120120120120120
    Fork Length, Full540540540540540
    Fork Rake/Offset4444444444
    Front Center690720751782815
    Chainstay Length435435435435435
    Wheelbase11211151118312141247
  • All bikes purchased from iRIDE will have been pre-assembled by our mechanics and test ridden. You will also receive a multi point checklist of all the safety checks and bike build elements we work through to ensure you bike is correctly assembled, and then tested so that it runs as it should. Bikes being sent to a customer who is unable to collect it from iRIDE, will have it boxed, wheels, saddle and bars generally off and re-packaged.

    The delivery of bikes will be organized once a freight fee can be determined based on weight and delivery location.

    Assembly should take no longer than 10-20 minutes. It is recommended that a skilled mechanic assemble, or check the bike. If possible your local bike shop is likely best placed to do this from a safety perspective to ensure all is as it should be. If a rider is having any issues we can hook up an online video chat, or talk over the phone. If this service is required email us at workshop@iride.net.nz to organise a time that suits all parties.