Specialized Epic 8 Comp Evo 2025 Xc Mountain Bike
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Description
The Epic 8 EVO takes the speed and efficiency of the Epic 8 and turns the dial to maximum fun, delivering the fastest, most capable downcountry performance available. Its progressive geometry, ultra-rigid chassis, and increased 130mm front travel make it razor-sharp on technical terrain while still climbing with unbelievable efficiency. With Ride Dynamics–tuned suspension, it smooths out rough trails so you stay fresher, faster, and ready for more laps.
Engineered for riders who live for high-speed singletrack and the thrill of pushing limits, the Epic 8 EVO combines lightweight construction with advanced kinematics to reduce pedal bob by 20% and boost bump absorption by 12%. Add SWAT 4.0 storage, trail-ready components, and precise handling, and you get a bike that’s built to rip every trail in sight.
Key Features
- Progressive 120mm platform with 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob
- Ride Dynamics–tuned FOX Float Performance shock and 130mm FOX 34 Performance fork
- Lightweight, durable Specialized alloy wheels
- SRAM Code Bronze Stealth brakes for powerful, consistent stopping
- SWAT 4.0 in-frame storage for carrying trail essentials
Specifications
Frameset
- Frame: FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel
- Fork: Fox 34 Performance, Grip Damper, Compression adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm
- Rear Shock: Fox Float Performance, Evol LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm
Wheels
- Rims: Specialized Alloy 29, 27mm internal width, tubeless
- Tyres: (f) Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, 29x2.4 (r) Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Drivetrain
- Crankset: SRAM S1000 Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 32T
- Shifters: Sram AXS POD Controller
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM S-1000 Eagle Transmission
- Chain: SRAM GX Transmission
- Cassette: SRAM XS 1270 Transmission, 10-52t
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Components
- Handlebar: Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide
- Stem: Alloy Stem, 35mm clamp, 60mm
- Grips: Specialized Trail Grips
- Brakes: SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180/200mm rotor
- Saddle: Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
- Seatpost: X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150/170 Travel, 0mm offset
- Extras: SWAT internal downtube storage
Epic Sizing
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rider Height (cm) | 148 - 155 | 158 - 165 | 165 - 178 | 178 - 185 | 185 - 193 |
| Rider Height (in) | 4'10- 5'1 | 5'2- 5'5 | 5'5- 5'10 | 5'10- 6'1 | 6'1- 6'4 |
