Specialized Epic Evo Expert | Montain Bike

Wheels up or head down, the Epic EVO Expert’s masterful blending of inspired handling, capable geometry and laser-focused pedaling efficiency makes sure no rider ever has to make the decision between fast and fun.

While the Epic EVO sees a seemingly modest 20-millimeter increase in suspension travel up front over its Epic stablemate and just 10-millimeters out back, we’ve worked overtime to make sure it’s been implemented in a way that’ll have you saying ‘Whoa!’ as soon as you hit your first stretch of singletrack.

Meticulously engineered to retain as much of the Epic’s standard-setting efficiency as possible, the EVO’s new suspension kinematics work in concert with Rx XC Tune customized suspension front and rear to ensure you're able to make the absolute most out of every inch of travel on tap, while still offering increased anti-squat characteristics for improved pedaling efficiency.

With plenty of practice at staying ahead of the curve, the Epic EVO now lays claim to the most capable iteration of our Progressive XC Geometry ever to grace an Epic. It’s also more versatile than ever thanks to a new flip chip-equipped rear end that allows riders to adjust headtube angle and bottom bracket height to easily customize Epic EVO’s handling characteristics.

SRAM's high-flying GX Eagle AXS group handles shifting duties, while RockShox's SID Select+ is firmly in charge of takeoffs and landings with it's capable Charger 2 RL damper.

• Flip It To Rip It: Tune the ride of the Epic EVO’s FACT 11m carbon frame to match your preferred handling characteristics with flip-chip simplicity that allows riders to reduce the EVO’s headtube angle by half a degree while lowering bottom bracket height by 10 millimeters.
• Suspension up front comes courtesy of RockShox's SID Select+ 120-millimeter fork, featuring their Charger 2 RL Damper with two-postion compression adjustment for impressive pedaling efficiency while the DebonAir spring offers easy tuning and consistent feel throughout the entire range of travel.
• X-Fusion's Manic dropper post offers infinitely adjustable travel via it's slick shifter-stye remote lever for hassle-free operation when things get dicey.
• Descending from a long World Cup lineage, hand-built Roval Control Carbon wheels feature a modern 29-millimeter internal-width hookless rim, and maximize strength, ride quality, and durability while keeping weight to a minimum.

SPECIFICATIONS
FRAME – FACT 11m Full Carbon, Progressive XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing, 110mm of travel
REAR SHOCK - RockShox SID LUXE Select+, Rx XC Tune, Two Position, Rebound Adjust, 190x40mm
FORK – Rockshox SID Select+, Charger 2 RL Damper, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel
FRONT WHEEL – DT Swiss 350, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h straight -pull hub w/ Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h rim
REAR WHEEL – DT Swiss 350 straight-pull, 6-bolt, DT Swiss Ratchet EXP, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h straight-pull hub w/ Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h rim
FRONT TIRE – Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
REAR TIRE – Specialized Ground Control, GRID Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
CRANKSET – SRAM, GX Eagle Alloy, 12-speed
CHAINRING – 32T
BOTTOM BRACKET – SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, threaded
REAR DERAILLEUR – SRAM GX Eagle AXS, 12-speed
SHIFTER – SRAM GX Eagle AXS, 12-speed
CASSETTE – Sram XG-1275, 12-speed, 10-52T
CHAIN - SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
FRONT BRAKE – SRAM G2 RS, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm
REAR BRAKE – SRAM G2 RS, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm
HANDLEBAR - Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm, 760mm wide
STEM - Alloy Trail Stem, 35mm bar bore
SEATPOST – X-Fusion Manic, 30.9, 125/150 Travel, 0mm offset
SADDLE – Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails