Specialized Epic 8 Expert Full Suspension MTB - Satin Redsky / White - 2024
The Specialized Epic 8 Expert is a full-suspension cross-country mountain bike designed to deliver the ultimate combination of capability, efficiency and lightweight performance. Featuring 120 mm of travel, a Ride Dynamics-tuned suspension system and a FACT 11m carbon frame, it offers outstanding speed and control on modern XC trails. Built for racers and ambitious riders, the Epic 8 Expert is ready to push your performance further.
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Specialized Epic 8 Expert - Satin Redsky / White 2024
The Specialized Epic 8 Expert represents the evolution of modern cross-country mountain biking. Designed to deliver maximum speed on today's demanding XC courses, it combines capability, efficiency and lightweight performance in a completely redesigned platform.
Thanks to its updated Ride Dynamics suspension kinematics, the Epic 8 absorbs impacts more effectively, reduces pedal-induced motion and maintains exceptional efficiency during accelerations and climbs.
- ⚡ 120 mm of travel – enhanced control and speed on modern XC trails
- 🏁 Ride Dynamics kinematics – 12% more bump absorption and 20% less bobbing
- 🪶 FACT 11m Carbon frame – lightweight, stiff and responsive
- 🔧 RockShox Ultimate suspension – SID Ultimate fork and SIDLuxe Ultimate shock
- ⚙️ SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission – precise and reliable wireless shifting
- 📦 Integrated SWAT 4.0 storage – carry your essentials without a backpack
Who is the Specialized Epic 8 Expert for?
- ✔️ XC racers seeking maximum speed
- ✔️ Riders looking for a lightweight, high-performance full-suspension MTB
- ✔️ Marathon and endurance enthusiasts
- ✔️ Cyclists who want more capability on technical trails without sacrificing efficiency
Faster on every trail
The new Epic 8 redefines speed in modern cross-country riding. Its progressive geometry and 120 mm of travel deliver greater confidence and control on technical sections, while the stiff carbon frame ensures immediate acceleration and precise handling.
Compared to the previous generation, the updated suspension kinematics provide 12% more impact absorption while reducing pedal bob by 20%.
Ride Dynamics suspension
The RockShox SID Ultimate fork and RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate rear shock were developed in collaboration with the Specialized Ride Dynamics team to deliver the ideal balance of support, sensitivity and traction.
Key technical specifications
| Frame | Specialized FACT 11m Carbon, integrated SWAT 4.0 storage, 120 mm rear travel |
| Fork | RockShox SID Ultimate, 120 mm |
| Rear Shock | RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate, Ride Dynamics tune |
| Drivetrain | SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission, 12-speed |
| Crankset | SRAM with Quarq Spindle power meter |
| Cassette | SRAM Eagle Transmission, 10-52T |
| Brakes | SRAM Level Silver 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes |
| Wheels | Roval carbon wheels, Tubeless Ready |
| Tyres | Specialized Fast Trak / Renegade, Tubeless Ready |
| Seatpost | Dropper seatpost |
Why choose the Specialized Epic 8 Expert?
The Specialized Epic 8 Expert is the ideal choice for riders seeking a modern, fast and highly efficient cross-country mountain bike. Combining a lightweight carbon frame, advanced suspension and a wireless drivetrain, it delivers top-level performance for both racing and demanding trail rides.
Technical data
- Loom
- FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First EngineeredTM, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel
- Weight
- 11.10kg - MD weighing measure
- Hairpin
- Rockshox Sid Select +, Ride Dynamics Developed 3 Position, Twistloc Remote Adjust, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
- Brakes
- 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
- Crankset and chainrings
- SRAM GX Eagle, Dub, 165/170 / 175mm
- Chain
- SRAM GX Eagle T-Type Chain
- Bottom bracket
- SRAM Dub Threaded Wide
- Front hub
- DT Swiss 350, 6-Bolt, 15mm Thru-Axle, 110mm Spacing, 28h Straight -Pull
- Rear hub
- DT Swiss 350 Straight-Pull, 6-Bolt, DT Swiss Ratchet, 12x148mm Thru Axle, XD FreeHub Body, 28h Straight-Pull
- Circle
- Roval Control, Carbon Offset Design, 29mm Internal Width, 4mm Hook Width, Tubeless Ready, 28h
- Pneumatio
- Front tyre Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35 Rear tyre Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35
- Saddle
- Body Geometry Power Sport, Steel Rails
- Reggiella
- X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 100 / 125/15 / 170mm Travel
- Hands
- SRAM Slip on with twist-loc
- Handlebar connection
- Specialized XC, 3D-Forged Alloy, 4-Bolt, 6-degree Rise
- Command
- SRAM AXS POD Controller
- Rear change
- SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission
- Pacco Pignoni
- SRAM XS 1275, 12-Speed, 10-52T
- Rear shock absorber
- Rockshox Sidluxe Select +, Ride Dynamics Developed 3 Position, Twistloc Remote Adjust, Air Only, 190x45mm
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