Specialized Epic World Cup Expert

£4,498.99
Was £6,499.99
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Experience the Ultimate in Speed and Performance

  • The 'Epic World Cup Expert' from Specialized is designed for extreme speed, unparalleled control, and exceptional efficiency for a commanding edge in XC racing. Its optimized features and lightweight design make it the ultimate choice in competitive cycling.
  • The integrated development approach blends with an innovative shock system, providing unbeatable riding experiences on a wide range of terrains.

Exceptional Frame Design

  • The frame of the 'Epic World Cup Expert' sets a new industry standard for BB stiffness and torsional rigidity. The double diamond design enclosed within the top tube, fused with the most sophisticated composite layup in Specialized history, ensures efficient power transfer and flawless handling.
  • This bike isn't just about speed. It's about the performance that stands the test of time.

Groundbreaking Shock Technology

  • Specialized and RockShox revolutionise ride dynamics with a pioneer shock system. Experience the simplicity of a hardtail together with the momentum of full suspension and unparalleled responsiveness.
  • The shock can be easily personalised to your preference or the specific conditions of the course.

Fully Loaded and Ready to Dominate

  • With 75mm of rear travel, the Epic World Cup Expert outperforms bikes with larger travels—handling bump forces smoothly with the help of an industry-first custom Mega Jounce Bumper.

Balanced Efficiency and Compliance

  • This model's BRAIN capability, paired with the innovative SID Deluxe WCID shock, provides a unique balance between rear support and compliance. This technology allows you to sag into the fork for a balanced ride, offering supple bump compliance and a firm pedalling platform.

A Featherweight Force to Reckon With

  • The Epic World Cup Expert weighs in at a mere 1915 grams, painted with shock and hardware. Lightweight without compromise, it ensures faster acceleration, efficient climbing, and agile handling for that edge of speed every racemaker needs.
  • We’ve drawn from our lightest Aethos production road frame to introduce advanced tube shapes and a top-range composite layup, bringing you the best XC race bike-Specialized Epic World Cup Expert.

Frame Fact 11m Carbon, WCID suspension design, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing, 75mm of travel
Fork RockShox SID SL BRAIN, Top-Adjust Brain damper, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 110mm Travel
Crankset SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 170/175mm, 34t
Chain SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette SRAM XS 1275, 12 speed, 10-52t
Shift Levers SRAM POD AXS controller
Rear Derailleur SRAM GX Eagle Transmission
Front Brake SRAM Level Bronze, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, stealth, 180/160mm rotor
Rear Brake SRAM Level Bronze, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, stealth, 160mm rotor
Rims Roval Control Carbon, offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
Front Tyre Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Rear Tyre Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35
Handlebars Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
Grips Specialized Trail Grips
Saddle Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Seat Post Specialized Alloy, Single Bolt, 30.9mm
Seat Binder Specialized Alloy 34.9, Steel Bolt
Inner Tubes Specialized Turbo Tube
Chain Rings Alloy, 34t
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, 6-bolt, DT Swiss Ratchet, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h straight-pull
Spokes DT Swiss Competition Race Straight-pull
Stem Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
Swat SWAT EMT Cage-Mount Tool

Please note: Manufacturers can sometimes change the specification of the products from time to time.

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