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('r')ockshox flight attendant free your mind to focus on fast in the heat of the moment'. '.strtoupper('s')pecialized ride dynamics tuned rockshox flight attendant leverages sram axs wireless technology to collect real time data from you and the terrain to determine optimal compression settings to deliver an unmatched experience for the rider'. '.strtoupper('t')he most capable 120mm bike on the planet'. '.strtoupper('1')2% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob ride dynamics developed rockshox sid ultimate flight attendant shock and sid ultimate flight attendant fork custom tuned shock features 3 unique damper settings roval control sl vi carbon wheels excel everywhere from world cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail data ready with quarq spindle power meter sram motive silver brakes bring trail bike stopping power in a light xc race weight class ride in confidence with super rugged and dependable xo eagle axs transmission 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 ultimate flight attendant ride dynamics developed 3 position solo air 190x45mm fork rockshox sid ultimate flight attendant ride dynamics developed 3 position debon air 15x110mm 44mm offset 120mm travel grips specialized trail grips saddle specialized power expert ti rails 143mm 155mm seat post bike yoke divine sl 100 125mm travel 30.9 handlebars s works carbon xc mini rise 6 degree upsweep 8 degree backsweep 10mm rise 760mm 31.8mm stem specialized pro sl alloy 4 bolt front brake sram motive silver 4 piston caliper hydraulic disc 180mm rotor rear brake sram motive silver 4 piston caliper hydraulic disc 160mm rotor rear derailleur sram x0 eagle transmission shift levers sram axs pod controller cassette sram xs 1295 12 speed 10 52 chain sram x0 crankset sram x0 eagle quarq spindle power meter dub 170 175mm chainrings 34t bottom bracket sram dub threaded wide front wheel roval control sl vi hookless carbon 29mm inner width tubeless ready dt swiss 350 hub dt swiss revolution straight pull spokes 28h rear wheel roval control sl vi hookless carbon 29mm inner width tubeless ready dt swiss 350 hub dt swiss revolution straight pull spokes 28h front hub dt swiss 350 hub dt swiss revolution straight pull spokes 28h rear hub dt swiss 350 hub dt swiss revolution straight pull spokes 28h front tire specialized fast trak flex lite casing t5 t7 compound 29x2.35 rear tire specialized air trak flex lite casing t5 t7 compound 29x2.35 inner tubes specialized turbo tube weight size medium 10.82 kg 23 lb 13.7 oz weights based on production painted frames as pictured'. '.strtoupper('a')ctual weights will vary based on colourway frame size and component variation'. '.strtoupper('s')pecifications are subject to change without notice'. '.strtoupper('p')lease note that this bike does not come with pedals.