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Specialized - Epic 8 Comp

Specialized - Epic 8 Comp

SKU 90326-5002
$0.00 - $0.00
$8,900.00
$8,900.00 - $8,900.00
$8,900.00
Colour: Gloss Emerald Metallic / White
Size: S

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.

If you’re an XC racer or prioritize all-out speed in your ride, the Epic 8 is the bike for you.

UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. You’ll be blown away by how Epic 8’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.

WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces than the previous generation, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time so you can still push while they suffer.

RIDE DYNAMICS TUNED: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8’s new shock. Our unique Ride Dynamics-prescribed damping characteristics 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 beyond 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%, while 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.

MORE WITH LESS: With the Epic 8, we didn’t spend a single extra gram to get mega capability from the frame. 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. In fact, the new S-Works Epic 8 frameset has even lost weight (76 grams to be exact) while gaining these new additions.

  • The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob
  • SRAM Motive Bronze 4-Piston brakes feature trail-ready stopping power in a race-ready system
  • Reliable and durable SRAM Eagle T-Type AXS drivetrain
  • Light weight and durable Specialized alloy wheels
  • Ride Dynamics developed RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ shock and SID Select fork
  • Custom tuned shock features 3 unique damper settings
  • SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials
Frameset
FRAME FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel
SWAT SWAT internal downtube storage
SEAT BINDER Specialized Alloy 34.9, Steel Bolt
Suspension
REAR SHOCK RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm
FORK RockShox SID Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
Cockpit
SEATPOST X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, XS: 100mm, SM: 125mm, M: 150mm, L-XL: 170mm Travel, 0mm offset
STEM Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
SADDLE Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
GRIPS SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc
HANDLEBARS Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
Brakes
FRONT BRAKE SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
REAR BRAKE SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Drivetrain
SHIFT LEVERS SRAM AXS POD Controller
REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM S-1000 Eagle AXS Transmission
CASSETTE SRAM 1270 Transmission Cassette, 12 Spd,10-52t
CHAIN SRAM GX Eagle Transmission 12-Speed Flattop Chain
CRANKSET SRAM S1000 crankset, DUB, 165/170/175mm
BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Wheels & Tires
RIMS Specialized Alloy 29, 27mm internal width, tubeless
FRONT HUB Specialized alloy, sealed cardridge bearings, 6-bolt, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h
REAR HUB Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light Straight Pull, 6 bolt
FRONT TIRE Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
REAR TIRE Specialized Air Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
INNER TUBES Specialized Turbo Tube
SPOKES DT Swiss Elemental
Weight
WEIGHT 11.95 kg (26 lb, 5.5 oz)
WEIGHT SIZE MD

* Specifications are subject to change without notice

XSSMLXL
Crank Length165170170175175
Handlebar Width750750750750750
Stem Length6060606060
Saddle Width155155143143143
Seatpost Length100125150150170
Stack603597598610628
Reach (low)390420450475500
Head Tube Length929295110130
Head Tube Angle (low)65.965.965.965.965.9
Head Tube Angle (high)66.466.466.466.466.4
BB Height (low)318324326328328
BB Height (high)323329331333333
BB Drop (low)5246444242
Trail117117117117117
Fork Length, Full530530530530530
Fork Rake/Offset4444444444
Front Center687716747778811
Chainstay Length435435435435435
Wheelbase11171147117912101243
Bike Standover Height748755760769774
Seat Tube Length370390410450500
Seat Tube Angle76.57675.575.575.5
Top Tube Length, Horizontal535569605633662

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
  • SPECIFICATIONS
  • GEOMETRY
  • BUYING A BIKE

  • 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.

    If you’re an XC racer or prioritize all-out speed in your ride, the Epic 8 is the bike for you.

    UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. You’ll be blown away by how Epic 8’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.

    WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces than the previous generation, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time so you can still push while they suffer.

    RIDE DYNAMICS TUNED: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8’s new shock. Our unique Ride Dynamics-prescribed damping characteristics 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 beyond 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%, while 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.

    MORE WITH LESS: With the Epic 8, we didn’t spend a single extra gram to get mega capability from the frame. 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. In fact, the new S-Works Epic 8 frameset has even lost weight (76 grams to be exact) while gaining these new additions.

    • The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob
    • SRAM Motive Bronze 4-Piston brakes feature trail-ready stopping power in a race-ready system
    • Reliable and durable SRAM Eagle T-Type AXS drivetrain
    • Light weight and durable Specialized alloy wheels
    • Ride Dynamics developed RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ shock and SID Select fork
    • Custom tuned shock features 3 unique damper settings
    • SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials
  • Frameset
    FRAME FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel
    SWAT SWAT internal downtube storage
    SEAT BINDER Specialized Alloy 34.9, Steel Bolt
    Suspension
    REAR SHOCK RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm
    FORK RockShox SID Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
    Cockpit
    SEATPOST X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, XS: 100mm, SM: 125mm, M: 150mm, L-XL: 170mm Travel, 0mm offset
    STEM Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
    SADDLE Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
    GRIPS SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc
    HANDLEBARS Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
    Brakes
    FRONT BRAKE SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
    REAR BRAKE SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
    Drivetrain
    SHIFT LEVERS SRAM AXS POD Controller
    REAR DERAILLEUR SRAM S-1000 Eagle AXS Transmission
    CASSETTE SRAM 1270 Transmission Cassette, 12 Spd,10-52t
    CHAIN SRAM GX Eagle Transmission 12-Speed Flattop Chain
    CRANKSET SRAM S1000 crankset, DUB, 165/170/175mm
    BOTTOM BRACKET SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
    Wheels & Tires
    RIMS Specialized Alloy 29, 27mm internal width, tubeless
    FRONT HUB Specialized alloy, sealed cardridge bearings, 6-bolt, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h
    REAR HUB Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light Straight Pull, 6 bolt
    FRONT TIRE Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
    REAR TIRE Specialized Air Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
    INNER TUBES Specialized Turbo Tube
    SPOKES DT Swiss Elemental
    Weight
    WEIGHT 11.95 kg (26 lb, 5.5 oz)
    WEIGHT SIZE MD

    * Specifications are subject to change without notice

  • XSSMLXL
    Crank Length165170170175175
    Handlebar Width750750750750750
    Stem Length6060606060
    Saddle Width155155143143143
    Seatpost Length100125150150170
    Stack603597598610628
    Reach (low)390420450475500
    Head Tube Length929295110130
    Head Tube Angle (low)65.965.965.965.965.9
    Head Tube Angle (high)66.466.466.466.466.4
    BB Height (low)318324326328328
    BB Height (high)323329331333333
    BB Drop (low)5246444242
    Trail117117117117117
    Fork Length, Full530530530530530
    Fork Rake/Offset4444444444
    Front Center687716747778811
    Chainstay Length435435435435435
    Wheelbase11171147117912101243
    Bike Standover Height748755760769774
    Seat Tube Length370390410450500
    Seat Tube Angle76.57675.575.575.5
    Top Tube Length, Horizontal535569605633662

  • 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.