Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp Downcountry Mountain Bike

Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp Downcountry Mountain Bike Overview

The Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp Downcountry Mountain Bike is a carbon downcountry mountain bike built with a FACT 11m Carbon frame, 120mm rear travel, and Progressive XC Race Geometry. It uses a FOX Float Performance rear shock with Ride Dynamics tuning and a FOX 34 SL Performance fork with 130mm travel. The frame includes SWAT downtube storage, internal cable routing, a threaded bottom bracket, and a 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout.

This Epic 8 EVO Comp is equipped with SRAM S-1000 Eagle AXS Transmission, a SRAM XS-1270 12-speed 10-52T cassette, SRAM GX Eagle Transmission 12-Speed Flattop Chain, and SRAM Motive Bronze 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes. Specialized Alloy 29 tubeless wheels, Specialized Purgatory and Ground Control tires, and a Specialized alloy cockpit complete the build. The bike weight is 12.54 kg / 27 lb 10.3 oz, size MD.

Key Features of Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp Downcountry Mountain Bike

• FACT 11m Carbon frame with 120mm rear travel gives the bike a carbon downcountry platform.
• FOX Float Performance rear shock includes EVOL LV, Ride Dynamics tuning, and 2-position compression adjust.
• FOX 34 SL Performance fork provides 130mm travel with Grip Damper, 44mm offset, and 15x110mm spacing.
• SRAM S-1000 Eagle AXS Transmission provides the main drivetrain package.
• SRAM Motive Bronze 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes use a 180mm front rotor and 160mm rear rotor.
• Specialized Alloy 29 tubeless wheels use a 27mm internal width with sealed cartridge bearing hubs.
• Specialized Purgatory front and Ground Control rear tires give the bike a downcountry tire setup.
• SWAT internal downtube storage provides integrated space for trail essentials.

Ride Use

This bike is built for downcountry riding and singletrack. The Epic 8 EVO Comp uses 120mm rear travel, a 130mm FOX 34 SL Performance fork, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Specialized Alloy 29 tubeless wheels, 29-inch tires, and SRAM S-1000 Eagle AXS Transmission.

Why Choose This Bike

The Epic 8 EVO Comp combines a FACT 11m Carbon frame with a downcountry-focused component package. Its FOX Float Performance rear shock and FOX 34 SL Performance fork give the bike 120mm rear travel and 130mm front travel, while the SRAM S-1000 Eagle AXS Transmission provides the electronic drivetrain setup.

The wheel package uses Specialized Alloy 29 tubeless rims with a 27mm internal width, sealed cartridge bearing hubs, and DT Swiss Elemental spokes. Braking is handled by SRAM Motive Bronze 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes. The bike is available in Satin Blue Onyx and Gloss Pistachio. The frame and fork are covered by a lifetime warranty for the original owner, and other Specialized-branded parts are covered for 2 years.