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Specialized 2025 Epic 8 Expert

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Description

Specialized 2025 Epic 8 Expert

The all-new Epic 8 evolves the formula of fastest through capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration. Modern XC tracks demand more and more capability by the day. Enter Epic 8. Its improved kinematics make it the most efficient pedaling bike we’ve ever tested, while custom valved (and tuned) shocks soak up every bump. It’s a wolf in wolf’s clothing.

If you’re an XC racer or prioritize all-out speed in your ride, the Epic 8 is the bike for you.

UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. You’ll be blown away by how Epic 8’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.

WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces than the previous generation, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time so you can still push while they suffer.

RIDE DYNAMICS TUNED: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8’s new shock. Our unique Ride Dynamics-prescribed damping characteristics 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 beyond 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%, while 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.

MORE WITH LESS: With the Epic 8, we didn’t spend a single extra gram to get mega capability from the frame. 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. In fact, the new S-Works Epic 8 frameset has even lost weight (76 grams to be exact) while gaining these new additions.

The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob
Ride Dynamics developed SIDLuxe Select+ shock and SID Select+ fork
Custom tuned shock features 3 unique damper settings
Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere from world cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail
SRAM Level Bronze Stealth 4-Piston brakes feature trail-ready stopping power in a race-ready system
No-compromise GX Eagle AXS Transmission provides smooth shifting all day, specially under load
SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials

Specifications

Specialized 2025 Epic 8 Expert

Frame

Colour: Satin/Redsky Wyhite
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
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
SWAT: SWAT internal downtube storage

Drivetrain

Crankset: SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm
Pedals: Chain: SRAM GX Eagle T-Type chain
Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission
Front Derailleur:
Derailleur Shifter: SRAM AXS POD Controller
Freewheel/Cassette: SRAM XS 1275, 12-speed, 10-52t

Braking System

Brakes: [F] SRAM Level Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor [R] SRAM Level Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Brake Levers:

Wheels

Tyres: [F] Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35 [R] Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35
Wheels/Rims: Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
Hubs: [F] DT Swiss 350, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h straight -pull [R] DT Swiss 350 straight-pull, 6-bolt, DT Swiss Ratchet, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h straight-pull

Other

Handlebar: Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
Stem: Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
Saddle: Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Seat Post: X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 100/125/150/170mm travel

Geometry

Specialized 2025 Epic 8 Expert

	XS	S	M	L	XL
Crank Length	165	170	170	175	175
Handlebar Width	750	750	750	750	750
Stem Length	60	60	60	60	60
Saddle Width	155	155	143	143	143
Seatpost Length	100	125	125	150	170
Head Tube Angle (high)	66.4	66.4	66.4	66.4	66.4
Stack	603	597	598	610	628
Trail	117	117	117	117	117
Chainstay Length	435	435	435	435	435
Seat Tube Angle	76.5	76	75.5	75.5	75.5
BB Height (low)	318	324	326	328	328
Fork Length, Full	530	530	530	530	530
Reach (low)	390	420	450	475	500
Top Tube Length, Horizontal	535	569	605	633	662
Wheelbase	1117	1147	1179	1210	1243
BB Height (high)	323	329	331	333	333
Fork Rake/Offset	44	44	44	44	44
Head Tube Length	92	92	95	110	130
Bike Standover Height	748	755	760	769	774
BB Drop (low)	52	46	44	42	42
Front Center	687	716	747	778	811
Head Tube Angle (low)	65.9	65.9	65.9	65.9	65.9
Seat Tube Length	370	390	410	450	500

*Please note that our specifications may be impacted by running substitution changes, we highly recommend confirming the specifications of our products at the time of sale. *Recommended Retail Prices are subject to change without notice and may vary from store to store depending on freighting and assembly costs. Please read our Terms & Conditions

*Giant & Liv Bicycles are available for purchase online, but due to warranty regulations, must be shipped to qualified Giant dealers, as bicycles must be assembled by a qualified bike mechanic in an approved store - This is an international policy and usually will require an additional fee to build the bike. This will be confirmed by one of our online staff after purchase of the bike.

*Specialized Bicycles are available for home delivery nation wide.

Specialized 2025 Epic 8 Expert

Specialized 2025 Epic 8 Expert

Specialized 2025 Epic 8 Expert

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