Specialized 2025 Epic 8 EVO Expert

Stock arriving from August - contact store to pre-order

The fastest downcountry bike in the world. Epic 8 EVO is the dressed up, cranked-to-11 expression of the new Epic 8. Spec’d to slay downcountry terrain with its unmatched combo of capability, efficiency, and light weight, Epic 8 EVO’s updated kinematics allow for insanely efficient climbing—while the Ride Dynamics-tuned shock eats up rough terrain on the way down.

If ripping single track at blazing fast speeds and high fiving your friends is your idea of fun, the Epic 8 EVO is the bike for you.

UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet, made even more capable. You’ll be blown away by how Epic 8 EVO’s progressive geometry delivers technical terrain capability alongside fast and efficient climbing and acceleration performance. The absurd lateral and torsional rigidity of the chassis translates to some seriously precision handling, too. With a bump up to 130mm of travel up front to eat up the chunk and a slew of trail-friendly specs, Epic 8 EVO feels right at home on the rough stuff.

WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 EVO absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time. That opens the options for another lap (or 3).

RIDE DYNAMICS TUNED: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8 EVO’s new shock. Our team prescribes the special damping characteristics to holistically elevate the riding experience. By tuning the dampers alongside the chassis’ leverage rates and new kinematics, we’re able to deliver a bike that rides above the sum of its parts.

BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing the kinematics of the suspension, Specialized’s Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient pedal-induced bobbing by 20%, maintaining active suspension for effective bump force management, to ensure you remain in the most efficient pedaling position. It’s the most efficient pedaling suspension bike we’ve ever tested.

FULLY LOADED: All models now feature SWAT 4.0 to carry all your trail essentials, and an integrated steering stop to prevent the ubiquitous top tube scar the first time you crash and your bars spin.

• The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob
• Ride Dynamics tuned FOX Float Performance Elite and 130mm FOX 34 Performance Elite fork
• Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere from world cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail
• SRAM’s legendary Code Bronze Stealth 4-Piston brakes boast major stopping power with a sleek aesthetic
• Ride in confidence with super rugged and dependable GX Eagle AXS Transmission
• SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials

Specialized 2025 Epic 8 EVO Expert

Frame

Colour: Satin Silver Dust/Gunmetal and Gloss Cast Lilac/Dune White
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 Elite, Grip X Damper, HSC, LSC, LSR adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm
Shock: Fox Float Performance Elite, Evol LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm
SWAT: SWAT internal downtube storage

Drivetrain

Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 32T
Pedals: Chain: SRAM GX Transmission
Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Front Derailleur: NA
Derailleur Shifter: SRAM GX AXS Transmission
Freewheel/Cassette: SRAM AXS POD Controller

Wheels

Tyres: [F] Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, 29x2.4 [R] Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Wheels/Rims: Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
Hubs: [F] Industry Nine 1/1, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h [R] Industry Nine 1/1, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h

Braking System

Brakes: [F] SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180/200mm rotor [R] SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Brake Levers:

Other

Handlebar: Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide
Stem: Alloy Stem, 35mm clamp, 60mm
Saddle: Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Seat Post: X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150/170 Travel, 0mm offset

Specialized 2025 Epic 8 EVO Expert