Specialized Epic 8 Expert Bike (2024)

Specialized Epic 8 Expert bike, 2024 season, cross country and in red. Specialized reference: 90324-3003

The new Epic 8 evolves the formula for speed through capacity, efficiency and lightweight integration. Modern XC trails demand more and more capacity day by day. Enter the Epic 8. Its improved kinematics make it the most efficient pedal bike we've tested, while custom (and tuned) shocks soak up every bump. It's a wolf in wolf's clothing.

If you're an XC racer or prioritize outright speed on your ride, the Epic 8 is the bike for you.

• UNMATCHED CAPACITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. You'll be amazed at how the Epic 8's progressive geometry delivers capability on technical terrain along with fast, efficient performance on climbs and accelerations.
• WHAT'S BOTHER?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 absorbs 12% more shock and vibration forces than the previous generation, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time so you can keep moving forward while others suffer .
• DRIVING DYNAMICS TUNING: The Specialized Driving Dynamics team developed a custom tune for the Epic 8's new shock. Our unique damping characteristics, prescribed by Ride Dynamics, holistically elevate the riding experience. By tuning the shocks along with chassis lever rates and new kinematics, we can deliver a bike that is beyond the sum of its parts.
• BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing suspension kinematics, Specialized's Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient roll caused by pedaling by 20%, while maintaining active suspension for effective bump force management, ensuring that you remain in the most efficient pedaling position. It is the most efficient suspension pedal bike we have tested.
• MORE WITH LESS: With the Epic 8, we don't spend a single extra gram to get maximum 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 crash and your handlebars spin. In fact, the new Epic 8 S-Works frame has lost weight (76 grams to be exact) while gaining these new additions.

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: RockShox SID Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
• SHOCK: RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm

COCKPIT

• SADDLE: Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
• HANDLEBAR: Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
• SEATPOST: X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 100/125/150/170mm travel
• GRIPS: SRAM Slip on with Twist-Loc
• POWER: Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise

SUSPENSION

• FORK: RockShox SID Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
• SHOCK: RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm

BRAKES

• FRONT BRAKE: SRAM Level Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
• REAR BRAKE: SRAM Level Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor

DRIVETRAIN

• GEAR CONTROLS: SRAM AXS POD Controller
• CHAIN: SRAM GX Eagle T-Type chain
• CASSETTE: SRAM XS 1275, 12-speed, 10-52t
• BOTTOM BRACKET: SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
• BOTTOM BRACKET: SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm
• DERAILLEUR: SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission
• CHAINS: Steel, 34T

WHEELS

• REAR HUB: DT Swiss 350 straight-pull, 6-bolt, DT Swiss Ratchet, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h straight-pull
• RADIOS: DT Swiss Comp Race
• FRONT TIRE: Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
• WHEELS: Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
• FRONT HUB: DT Swiss 350, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h straight -pull
• REAR TIRE: Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35
• CAMERAS: Standard, Presta Valve

WEIGHT

• Weight: 11.10kg (24 lb, 7.5 oz)