Specialized Epic 8 Evo Comp Bike (2024)

Specialized Epic 8 Evo Comp bicycle, 2024 season, cross country and in blue. Specialized reference: 90324-5303

The fastest downhill bike in the world. The Epic 8 EVO is the expression of the new Epic 8. Specified to crush descents thanks to its unrivaled combination of capacity, efficiency and lightness, the updated kinematics of the Epic 8 EVO allow for incredibly efficient climbs, while the Ride Dynamics shock It eats up the terrain on the descents.

If you ride single tracks at breakneck speeds, the Epic 8 EVO is your bike.

UNMATCHED CAPACITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet, now even more capable. You'll be amazed at how the Epic 8 EVO's progressive geometry delivers technical terrain capability along with fast, efficient climbing and acceleration performance. The absurd lateral and torsional rigidity of the chassis also translates into highly precise handling. With 130mm of front travel and a host of features that make trail riding easier, the Epic 8 EVO is at home on tough terrain.

WHAT'S THE BUMPER? Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 EVO absorbs 12% more forces from bumps and vibrations, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time. That opens up the options for another round (or 3).

RIDE DYNAMICS: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team has developed a custom valve for the new Epic 8 EVO shock. Our team prescribes special damping characteristics to holistically elevate the driving experience. By tuning the shocks along with chassis leverage rates and new kinematics, we can deliver a bike that rides greater than the sum of its parts.

BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing suspension kinematics, Specialized's Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient pedaling-induced roll by 20%, keeping the suspension active for effective bump force management, to ensure you stay on the road. the most efficient pedaling position. It is the most pedal-efficient suspension bike we have ever tested.

MORE WITH LESS: With the Epic 8 EVO, we haven't spent an ounce more to get more frame capacity. All models now feature SWAT 4.0 to carry all your trail essentials, and an integrated steering stop to avoid the ubiquitous top tube scar the first time you fall and the handlebars turn.

Technical specifications

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

HUG. SADDLE: Specialized Alloy, 34.9, Steel bolt

SUSPENSION

FORK: Fox 34 Performance, Grip Damper, Compression adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm

SHOCK: Fox Float Performance, Evol LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm

COCKPIT

SADDLE: Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails

HANDLEBAR: Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide

SEATPOST: X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150/170 Travel, 0mm offset

GRIPS: Specialized Trail Grips

STEM: Alloy Stem, 35mm clamp, 60mm

BRAKES

FRONT BRAKE: SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180/200mm rotor

REAR BRAKE: SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor

DRIVETRAIN

GEAR CONTROLS: SRAM GX, trigger, 12-speed

CHAIN: SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed

CASSETTE: SRAM XG-1275, 12-speed, 10-52t

BOTTOM BRACKET: SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, Threaded

BOTTOM BRACKET: SRAM X1000 Eagle, DUB, 170/175mm 32T

DERAILLEUR: SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed

CHAINS: Steel 32t

WHEELS

REAR HUB: Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 148mmx12mm thru-axle, 28h

RADIOS: DT Swiss Industry

FRONT TIRE: Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, 29x2.4

WHEELS: Specialized Alloy 29, 30mm internal width, tubeless

FRONT HUB: Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h

REAR TIRE: Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35

CAMERAS: Standard, Presta Valve

WEIGHT

Weight: 12.61kg (27 lb, 12.8 oz)