Specialized Epic Expert
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The Specialized Epic Expert is a lightweight and efficient full-suspension XC bike, with 100mm of travel controlled by a Brain system. Its FACT 11m full carbon frame, RockShox fork, and Roval Control rims contribute to its speed and maneuverability. The SRAM Level TL brakes and Sram X01 Eagle, 12-speed derailleur complete this impressive package. The bike commands a high resale value, making it an investment worth considering for serious bikers.
Highlights
- Top Carbon Frame
- Top Carbon Wheels
- Good Groupset components
- Top suspension components
- Top reviews from the bike magazines
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Peter Walker
The Specialized Epic EVO Expert takes on the competition with a strong XC-DNA and extra travel.
- High stability
- intuitive handling
- extremely agile and playful in downhill riding
- Rear suspension bobs in open mode and cannot be locked at the handlebar
- Dropper remote requires a lot of force
Robin Weaver
A super-fast, momentum carrying machine that’s far more capable than its rear travel might suggest
- Rocketship fast when you hit the pedals
- far more capable and confident than the amount of travel might suggest
- covers ground incredibly quickly
- Accurate line choice is recommended
- rear tyre needs more bite
Alan Muldoon
Specialized Epic Evo Expert is streets ahead of its rivals in sizing and geometry. Long reach gives you freedom to get creative on any trail.
- Fast and light
- Expensive
The Specialized S-Works EPIC Hardtail AXS Custom in our bikepacking group test. How does the mountain bike fare against the competition?
- Acceleration power
- Spec - nothing more is possible
- Confidence/Handling
- awesome overall concept for racers
- Frame should be treated like a raw egg
- Fork sags during standing pedaling
Jordan Villella
Specialized says the updated Epic is the fastest mountain bike it’s ever produced. The Epic is swimming with features like an updated Brain platform, new carbon layup, and jam-packed with tons of tech. We got the chance to put the newest S-Works version...
Sean Leicht
Specialized has done a really good job of taking one bike and making it equally competitive for two different types of riders. If you search out the longest backcountry trails or like to get to the top of your local spot at record time, you may want to take...
Buy if... You want a fast cross country bike with BRAIN performance
- Rear suspension
- Geometry for fast riding and racing
- Sub-par fork
- Basic finishing kit
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Specifications
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Geometry Specialized Epic Expert
Size | XS | S | M | L | XL |
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Seat Tube Length (mm) | 375mm | 400mm | 430mm | 470mm | 520mm |
Seat Tube Angle | 76.5° | 75.8° | 75.5° | 75.5° | 75.5° |
Head Tube Length (mm) | 95 | 95 | 100 | 115 | 135 |
Head Tube Angle | 67.5° | 67.5° | 67.5° | 67.5° | 67.5° |
Top Tube Length (mm) | 533mm | 563mm | 598mm | 626mm | 656mm |
Chainstay Length (mm) | 433 | 433 | 433 | 433 | 433 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 1090 | 1116 | 1148 | 1179 | 1211 |
Standover (mm) | 740mm | 763mm | 766mm | 776mm | 788mm |
Stack (mm) | 596mm | 586mm | 591mm | 605mm | 623mm |
Reach (mm) | 390mm | 415mm | 445mm | 470mm | 495mm |
BB Offset (mm) | 58mm | 48mm | 48mm | 48mm | 48mm |
Trail (mm) | 106mm | 106mm | 106mm | 106mm | 106mm |
Fork Rake Offset (mm) | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm |
Handelbar Width (mm) | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm |
Stem Length (mm) | 60mm | 60mm | 70mm | 70mm | 70mm |
Crank Length (mm) | 165mm | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm | 175mm |
Customer questions & answers
FAQ Specialized Epic Expert
What material is the frame of the Specialized Epic Expert?
The Specialized Epic Expert ist crafted with Carbon. The wheels of this bike are made of carbon!
What is the recommended price given by the manufacturer Specialized?
The SRP Price is our information at 8100 EUR