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With a FACT carbon frame, 100mm of travel, and custom SRAM gearing the Epic Comp Carbon is a fast and efficient cross-country trail bike.
| FRAME | FACT 9m carbon front triangle, 29″ geometry, FACT IS construction, gussetless TT (S/M), M5 aluminium chainstays & seatstays, tapered HT, carbon PF30 BB, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 100mm travel |
| REAR SHOCK | Fox/Specialized remote Mini-Brain w/new 2012 tune, inertia valve, w/ Brain Fade adjust, 187x47mm, 29er hose length |
| FORK | RockShox Reba RL 29, tapered alloy steerer, LO and reb adj. standard drop-outs, 100mm travel |
| HEADSET | 1-1/8 and 1-1/2″ Threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2″ lower bearing for tapered integrated HT, cartridge bearings |
| STEM | Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise, S: 75mm, M: 90mm, L: 105mm, XL: 105mm |
| HANDLEBARS | Specialized XC flat, 2014 butted alloy, 680mm wide, 8º back sweep, 31.8mm |
| GRIPS | Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Others: Grappler XL |
| FRONT BRAKE | Custom Avid Elixir 7 SL, hydraulic disc, alloy backed semi-metallic pad, 160mm HS-1 rotor |
| REAR BRAKE | Custom Avid Elixir 7 SL, hydraulic disc, alloy backed semi-metallic pad, 160mm HS-1 rotor |
| BRAKE LEVERS | Custom Avid Elixir R SL hydraulic, tool-less reach adj., w/MatchMaker clamp |
| FRONT DERAILLEUR | SRAM X7, 10-speed, S3 direct mount for DMD, bottom-pull |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | SRAM X9, 10-speed, mid cage |
| SHIFT LEVERS | SRAM X7, 10-speed, aluminium trigger, w/MatchMaker clamp |
| CASSETTE | SRAM PG-1030, 10-speed, 11-36t |
| CHAIN | KMC X-10, 10-speed, w/ reusable Missing Link, nickel plates |
| CRANKSET | Custom SRAM S-1250, 7050 alloy arms, 10-speed XC double, PF30 spindle, S: 170mm, Others: 175mm |
| CHAINRINGS | 38/24 |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearing, sealed cartridge |
| PEDALS | Resin Test Ride Pedals with toe clips, CEN std. |
| RIMS | Roval 29, 26mm w/ eyelets, 32h |
| FRONT HUB | Specialized Hi Lo disc, laser-etched logo, OS 28 end caps, sealed cartridge bearing, RWS, 32h |
| REAR HUB | Specialized Hi Lo 142+ disc, laser-etched logo, double-sealed cartridge bearing, 12mm thru-axle, 32h |
| SPOKES | DT Swiss Industry 2.0, (14g) stainless |
| FRONT TYRE | S-Works Fast Trak, 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual-compound, 29×2.0″ |
| REAR TYRE | Specialized Renegade Control, 60 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual-compound, 29×1.95″ |
| INNER TUBES | Ultralight presta valve |
| SADDLE | Specialized Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm width |
| SEATPOST | 2014 butted alloy, single bolt setback, 30.9mm, 400mm |
| SEAT BINDER | 36.9mm clamp size, 7050 hard anodized alloy collar, single bolt |
| NOTES | Protective clear coat, derailleur hanger, reflectors, owners manual |
Whether hammering technical World Cup courses or local cross-country trails, these competitive riders want their bikes to be super lightweight, efficient and ultimately fast, for explosive climbing and nimble handling. Though the Epic is an ideal bike for racers, it’s also appealing for riders who want a short-travel bike that shreds rugged singletrack.
WHAT:
Externally tuneable, trail-sensing rear shock, pioneered by Specialized and manufactured by Fox. New shock tune, and new easy-to-use Brain Fade dial
WHY:
Maximizes efficiency and control over smooth and rough terrain.
HOW:
When a rider encounters bump forces, the Mini Brain’s inertia valve disengages, allowing oil to flow and the shock to immediately transition from firm (efficient) to fully active (compliant) suspension settings. The external Brain Fade dial allows riders to fine tune their suspension levels.
WHAT:
Fast-handling frame geometry formulated for the Competitive XC experience.
WHY:
Creates an aggressive (or more forward) riding position for precision handling on cross-country trails and courses.
HOW:
By using a short rear end, low bottom bracket, and roomy top tube, riders get a more nimble, manoeuvrable bike with room to stretch out and stay centred over the bike. For riders not focused on racing, the head tube angle is still slack enough to enjoy plenty of winding singletrack.
WHAT:
Integrated frame/rear hub design that goes beyond standard 135 or 142mm rear ends.
WHY:
Creates a stiffer wheel and more stable system. Also makes it easier to take the wheel in and out.
HOW:
Since we design and engineer our bikes and components to work together, we were able to move the entyre cassette mechanism on our Roval wheel 2mm out from the standard size hub, then adjust the frame width accordingly. This new, integrated design widens spoke stance for more stiffness and stability. The X-12 threaded axle, unlike a standard QR, allows the wheel to be taken in and out of the frame easily thanks to wheel guides on the dropouts.
WHAT:
XC-specific double cranks spec’d on all Epic models.
WHY:
It’s everything you need and nothing you don’t! Double cranks are lighter, better shifting, and provide more useable/less redundant gears, better ground clearance, and less chain drop.
HOW:
Knowing what is appropriate for XC riders and keeping in touch with trends allows us to build a better riding experience and create more demand for our bikes.
