The all new epic 8 evolves the formula of fastest through capability efficiency and lightweight integration'. '.strtoupper('m')odern xc tracks demand more and more capability by the day'. '.strtoupper('e')nter epic 8'. '.strtoupper('i')ts improved kinematics make it the most efficient pedaling bike weve ever tested while custom valved and tuned shocks soak up every bump'. '.strtoupper('i')ts a wolf in wolfs clothing'. '.strtoupper('i')f youre an xc racer or prioritize all out speed in your ride the epic 8 is the bike for you'. '.strtoupper('u')nmatched capability the most capable 120mm bike on the planet'. '.strtoupper('y')oull be blown away by how epic 8s progressive geometry delivers technical terrain capability alongside fast and efficient climbing and acceleration performance'. '.strtoupper('t')he absurd lateral and torsional rigidity of the chassis translates to some seriously precision handling too'. '.strtoupper('w')hat bump'? '.strtoupper('c')ompared 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'. '.strtoupper('r')ide dynamics tuned the specialized ride dynamics team developed custom valving for epic 8s new shock'. '.strtoupper('o')ur unique ride dynamics prescribed damping characteristics holistically elevate the riding experience'. '.strtoupper('b')y tuning the dampers alongside the chassis leverage rates and new kinematics were able to deliver a bike that rides beyond the sum of its parts'. '.strtoupper('b')iomechanical efficiency by optimizing the kinematics of the suspension specializeds 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'. '.strtoupper('i')ts the most efficient pedaling suspension bike weve ever tested'. '.strtoupper('m')ore with less with the epic 8 we didnt spend a single extra gram to get mega capability from the frame'. '.strtoupper('a')ll 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'. '.strtoupper('i')n fact the new s works epic 8 frameset has even lost weight 76 grams to be exact while gaining these new additions'. '.strtoupper('t')he most capable 120mm bike on the planet'. '.strtoupper('1')2% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob sram level bronze stealth 4 piston brakes feature trail ready stopping power in a race ready system reliable and durable sram eagle t type axs drivetrain light weight and durable specialized alloy wheels ride dynamics developed rockshox sidluxe select shock and sid select fork custom tuned shock features 3 unique damper settings swat 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials frame fact 11m carbon progressive xc race geometry rider first engineeredtrade swat downtube storage threaded bb 12x148mm udh compatible rear dropout internal cable routing 120mm of travel swat swat internal downtube storage seat binder specialized alloy 34.9 steel bolt rear shock rockshox sidluxe select ride dynamics developed 3 position twistloc remote adjust solo air 190x45mm fork rockshox sid select ride dynamics developed 3 position twistloc remote adjust debon air 15x110mm 44mm offset 120mm travel grips sram slip on with twist loc saddle body geometry power sport steel rails seat post x fusion manic 30.9 125 150 170 travel 0mm offset handlebars specialized alloy minirise 10mm rise 750mm 31.8mm clamp stem specialized 3d forged alloy 4 bolt 7 degree rise 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 rear derailleur sram s 1000 eagle transmission shift levers sram axs pod controller cassette sram xs 1270 transmission 10 52t chain sram gx transmission crankset sram s1000 eagle dub 165 170 175mm 34t chainrings 34t bottom bracket sram dub threaded wide rims specialized alloy 29 28mm internal width tubeless front hub specialized alloy front hub disc sealed cardridge bearings 6 bolt 15x110mm thru axle 32h rear hub alloy sealed cartridge bearings 12x148mm thru axle 32h spokes dt swiss industry front tire specialized fast trak control casing t7 compound 29x2.35 rear tire specialized renegade control casing t5 compound 29x2.35 inner tubes standard 40mm pv 29x1.75 2.4 weight size medium 11.89kg 26 lb 3.4 oz please note that this bike does not come with pedals.