Specialized Epic 8 Expert XC Mountain Bike

Specialized Epic 8 Expert XC Mountain Bike Overview

The Specialized Epic 8 Expert XC Mountain Bike is a carbon cross-country mountain bike built with a FACT 11m Carbon frame, 120mm travel, and Progressive XC Race Geometry. It uses Ride Dynamics-developed RockShox suspension with a SID Select+ fork and SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock, both with 3-position settings. The frame includes SWAT downtube storage, internal cable routing, a threaded bottom bracket, and a 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout.

This Epic 8 Expert is equipped with SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission, a SRAM GX Eagle crankset, and SRAM Motive Bronze 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes. Roval Control SL V hookless carbon wheels, 29×2.35 Specialized tires, and a Specialized alloy cockpit complete the build. The bike weight is 11.15 kg / 24 lb 9.3 oz, size MD.

Key Features of Specialized Epic 8 Expert XC Mountain Bike

• FACT 11m Carbon frame with 120mm travel gives the bike a focused cross-country platform.
• Progressive XC Race Geometry supports fast handling for XC riding.
• RockShox SID Select+ fork and RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock both feature Ride Dynamics-developed 3-position settings.
• TwistLoc remote adjust gives direct control of the SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock setting.
• SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission provides wireless electronic shifting.
• SRAM Motive Bronze 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes use a 180mm front rotor and 160mm rear rotor.
• Roval Control SL V hookless carbon wheels have a 29mm inner width and tubeless-ready construction.
• SWAT internal downtube storage provides integrated space for trail essentials.

Ride Use

This bike is built for XC racing and cross-country riding. The Epic 8 Expert uses 120mm travel, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Ride Dynamics-developed RockShox Select+ suspension, Roval carbon wheels, 29×2.35 tires, and SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission.

Why Choose This Bike

The Epic 8 Expert combines a FACT 11m Carbon frame with a practical XC component package. The RockShox SID Select+ fork and SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock provide 3-position suspension control, while the SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission gives the bike a wireless electronic drivetrain.

The wheel package uses Roval Control SL V hookless carbon rims with DT Swiss 370 hubs and tubeless-ready construction. Braking is handled by SRAM Motive Bronze 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes. The bike is available in Satin Bordeaux Metallic and Gloss Dolomite Metallic. The frame and fork are covered by a lifetime warranty for the original owner, and other Specialized-branded parts are covered for 2 years.