Specialized Epic 8 Expert Description:
The Specialized Epic 8 Expert builds on a legacy of cross-country greatness with breakthroughs that increase capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration. XC mountain bike courses have evolved to newer heights with technical details that require more daring and skill from every rider, so Specialized’s internal R+D team, Ride Dynamics, worked to custom tune the performance of the equipped RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ shock and SID Select+ fork, resulting in shocks that wring out every bit of potential from the Epic 8’s suspension design. Shimano Deore XT Di2 wireless electronic drivetrain operates consistently in all situations, including under load, for shifting that can answer the demands of fast-paced technical climbs on tricky race courses or your favorite training grounds. Shimano Deore XT 2-piston hydraulic disc brakes are easy to maintain and deliver confidence inspiring speed control and stopping over any terrain and in any weather. Rounding out the complete bike are carbon fiber tubeless ready Roval wheels, grippy Specialized Fast Trak and Air Trak tires, and an assortment of Specialized cockpit components, and when everything is combined, the result is a light and comfortable mountain bike that is ready to give any rider a great time on the trails.
Features:
- Highly capable 120mm travel full suspension cross-country mountain bike
- RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ shock and SID Select+ fork has been tuned by Specialized’s Ride Dynamics team for bike-specific performance
- Unique suspension damper settings give users access to three distinct suspension profiles
- Equipped Roval Control SL V carbon-fiber wheelset; performance wheels that can take on World Cup XC races or local trails without skipping a beat
- SWAT 4.0 frame storage system stores valued trail essentials inside the frame for sleek stowage of tools, flat repair materials, and more
- Shimano Deore XT Di2 wireless electronic drivetrain delivers incredibly fast and precise shifting even during high power pedaling (i.e. cranking uphill or sprinting past friends and foes)
- Shimano 2-piston hydraulic disc brakes outfitted with 180mm rotors front and rear deliver great power and speed control in any trail and weather conditions, and are easy to bleed and maintain
- Flip-Chip frame design unlocks two different bottom bracket and headtube profiles with distinct ride characteristics; just “flip and rip”
Specifications:
- Frame: FACT 11m Carbon (Progressive XC Race Geometry) (SWAT 4.0 Downtube Storage) (UHD compatible dropout) (Threaded Bottom Bracket) (12 x 148mm) (120mm Travel)
- Fork: RockShox SID Select+ (Ride Dynamics) (3-Position TwistLoc Remote Adjust) (Debon Air) (15x110mm) (44mm Offset) (120mm Travel)
- Rear Shock: RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ (Ride Dynamics) (3-Position TwistLoc Remote Adjust) (Solo Air) (190 x 45mm)
- Headset: 1-1/8″ – 1.5″ Tapered
- Handlebar: Specialized Alloy Minirise (10mm Rise) (750m) (31.8mm Clamp)
- Stem: Specialized XC (3D-Forged Alloy) (4-Bolt) (6° Rise)
- Brake Levers: Shimano Deore XT M8200
- Brakes: Shimano Deore XT M8200 (Hydraulic) (2-Piston Calipers)
- Rotors: Shimano (6-Bolt) (180mm Front & Rear)
- Shifter: Shimano Deore XT Di2 (12-Speed)
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore XT Di2 (12-Speed)
- Crank: Shimano Deore XT 8200 (24mm Hollowtech II) (XS:165mm) (S/M: 170mm) (L/XL:175mm)
- Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB-MT801 (BSA Threaded) (73mm)
- Cassette: Shimano Deore XT M8200 (12-speed) (10-51t)
- Chain: Shimano Deore XT
- Pedals: Sold Separately (Browse Pedals Here)
- Seat: Body Geometry Power Comp (Steel Rails)
- Seatpost: X-Fusion Manic (30.9mm) (XS: 100mm Travel) (S/M: 125mm Travel) (L: 150mm) (XL: 170mm Travel)
- Rims: Roval Control SL V (28H) (Carbon) (Hookless) (29mm Internal Width) (Tubeless Ready)
- Front Hub: DT Swiss 370 (6-Bolt) (Alloy) (15 x 110mm) (28H) (Straight-Pull)
- Rear Hub: DT Swiss 370 (6-Bolt) (Alloy) (Shimano Microspline Driver Body) (12 x 148mm) (28H) (Straight-Pull)
- Spokes: Sapim D-Light Straight Pull Butted Stainless Steel
- Front Tire: Specialized Fast Trak (Flex Lite Casing) (T5/T7 Compound) (2Bliss Ready) (29×2.35″)
- Rear Tire: Specialized Air Trak (Flex Lite Casing) (T5/T7 Compound) (2Bliss Ready) (29×2.35)
- Model Year: 2026
- Color: Satin Bordeaux Metallic / White
- Weight: 11.17kg (24lb, 10.0oz) (Size: M)


























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