The all-new Epic 8 evolves the formula of fastest through capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration. Read more.
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.
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
Seat Binder
Specialized Alloy 34.9, Steel Bolt
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
Front Brake
Shimano XT 8200, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Rear Brake
Shimano XT 8200, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Shift Levers
Shimano XT Di2
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT Di2, 12-speed
Cassette
Shimano XT M8200, 12-speed, 10-51
Chain
Shimano XT
Crankset
Shimano XT 8200, 34t, XS:165mm, S-M:170mm, L-XL:175mm
Chainrings
32T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, BB-MT801, Threaded
Front Tire
Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, TLR, 29x2.35
Front Wheel
Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light Straight Pull, 6 bolt
Rear Tire
Specialized Fast Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, TLR, 29x2.35
Rear Wheel
Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light Straight Pull, 6 bolt
Inner Tubes
Specialized Turbo Tube
Stem
Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
Handlebars
Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
Grips
SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Comp, steel rails
SeatPost
X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, XS: 100mm, SM: 125mm, M: 150mm, L-XL: 170mm Travel, 0mm offset
SWAT
SWAT internal downtube storage
Product ID
291798
Weight
11.17 kg (24 lb, 10.0 oz)
Weight Size
MD
* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crank Length | 165mm | 170mm | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm |
| Handlebar Width | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm |
| Stem Length | 60mm | 60mm | 60mm | 60mm | 60mm |
| Saddle Width | 155mm | 155mm | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm |
| Seatpost Length | 100mm | 125mm | 150mm | 150mm | 170mm |
| Stack | 603mm | 597mm | 598mm | 610mm | 628mm |
| Reach (low) | 390mm | 420mm | 450mm | 475mm | 500mm |
| Head Tube Length | 92mm | 92mm | 95mm | 110mm | 130mm |
| Head Tube Angle (low) | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° |
| Head Tube Angle (high) | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° |
| BB Height (low) | 318mm | 324mm | 326mm | 328mm | 328mm |
| BB Height (high) | 323mm | 329mm | 331mm | 333mm | 333mm |
| BB Drop (low) | 52mm | 46mm | 44mm | 42mm | 42mm |
| Trail | 117mm | 117mm | 117mm | 117mm | 117mm |
| Fork Length, Full | 530mm | 530mm | 530mm | 530mm | 530mm |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm |
| Front Center | 687mm | 716mm | 747mm | 778mm | 811mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm |
| Wheelbase | 1117mm | 1147mm | 1179mm | 1210mm | 1243mm |
| Bike Standover Height | 748mm | 755mm | 760mm | 769mm | 774mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 370mm | 390mm | 410mm | 450mm | 500mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5° | 76° | 75.5° | 75.5° | 75.5° |
| Top Tube Length, Horizontal | 535mm | 569mm | 605mm | 633mm | 662mm |
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For safety warning please refer to the documentation in the Manual Downloads section of this page.
