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The all-new top-of-the-line S-Works Epic 8 develops the formula for the fastest bike by integrating capability, efficiency and light weight. Modern XC trails require more and more skills every day.

Here comes the S-Works Epic 8. You'd be hard pressed to find anything better.

Thanks to improved kinematics, it's the most efficient bike ever tested in Specialized, where custom-tuned shock absorbers absorb every bump. It's a wolf in wolf's clothing.

If you're an XC racer or prefer to ride at top speed, the Epic 8 is the bike for you.

UNRIVALLED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm travel bike in the world. You'll be amazed at how the progressive geometry of the Epic 8 delivers technical terrain capability along with fast, efficient climbing and acceleration. The absurd lateral and torsional stiffness of the frame is also reflected in the very precise handling.

WHAT INEQUALITIES?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 absorbs 12% more shock and vibration than the previous generation, so you'll be less tired and can keep moving forward while others suffer.

TUNED RIDE DYNAMICS: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team has developed a custom setting for the Epic 8 shock. The unique damping characteristics prescribed by the folks at Ride Dynamics, holistically enhance the riding experience. By tuning the shocks, along with a frame re-tuning and new kinematics, you get a bike that rides better and better.

BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing the suspension kinematics, the Specialized Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient pedaling sway by 20%, while maintaining active suspension for effective bump absorption to keep you in the best pedaling position. It's the most efficient suspension bike ever developed in Specialized.

MORE AND LESS: You won't find a single extra gram of inefficiency with Epic 8. All Epic models are now equipped with the SWAT 4.0 system to hold all your essentials. The Epic also has an integrated steering stop to prevent scrapes on the top frame tube from falls and handlebar spins. Despite all the upgrades and additions, the new S-Works Epic 8 frameset has actually lost 76 grams.

ROCKSHOX FLIGHT ATTENDANT: Free yourself from thinking about how you should adjust your suspension for ever-changing terrain and just enjoy the freedom and speed of the moment. The Specialized Ride Dynamics team has tuned the electronically controlled RockShox Flight Attendant suspension (available only on S-Works models) to collect instantaneous terrain data at incredible speed and adjust the suspension characteristics accordingly, so you always get the most efficient ride.

Main advantages and parameters:

• The most capable 120mm travel bike on the planet
• 20% less rocking effect when pedalling
• 12% more effective absorption of unevenness
• RockShox SIDLuxe ULTIMATE shock
• RockShox SID ULTIMATE fork
• Flight Attendant Wireless Electronic Suspension Adjustment System
• Roval Control World Cup carbon wheelset
• Roval carbon integrated cockpit
• Top of the line drivetrain and electronic wireless shifting Sram XX SL T-Type AXS 1x12
• SWAT 4.0 lower frame tube storage system
• Hydraulic four-piston disc brakes Sram Level Ultimate Stealth