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2018

Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert

Specialized Epic Hardtail 2018

4500

Cross Country

Size / SM, MD, LG, XL

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At a glance

The 2018 Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert is an Cross Country mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, is priced at $4,500 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including SM, MD, LG, XL, has RockShox suspension and a SRAM drivetrain. The bike is part of Specialized's Epic Hardtail range of mountain bikes.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Specialized FACT 11m, XC Geometry, internal split-housing cable routing, PF30 BB, 12x148mm rear end, triangulated post-mount 160mm brake
  • Fork
    RockShox SID, RockShox SID Brain 29, Solo Air, 51mm offset, 15x110mm thru-axle (S: 90mm of travel, M/L/XL: 100mm of travel)
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Specialized, sealed cartridge bearing, XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 32h
  • Wheels
    Roval Control Carbon, hookless bead, 22mm internal width, tubeless ready
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Spokes
    DT Swiss Industry, stainless, 2.0
  • Tires
    Fast Trak, GRIPTON compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29 x 2.3",
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    SRAM GX Eagle, SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed w/ PowerLock®
  • Crank
    Truvativ Stylo, Truvativ Stylo, 6K alloy, Boost™ 148, 175mm crankarm, 30mm spindle, SRAM Eagle™, alloy, 32T
  • Bottom Bracket
    SRAM PF30
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM GX Eagle, SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
  • Shifters
    SRAM GX Eagle, SRAM GX Eagle, trigger, 12-speed
Components
  • Brakeset
    SRAM Level TL, SRAM Level TL
  • Handlebar
    Specialized Mini-Rise, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 720mm width, 31.8mm clamp
  • Saddle
    Body Geometry Phenom Comp, Adaptive Edge design, Hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
  • Seatpost
    Specialized, alloy, single bolt, 21mm offset, 27.2mm
  • Stem
    Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
  • Grips
    Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness

FAQ

Q: How much is a 2018 Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert?

A 2018 Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert is typically priced around $4,500 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: Where to buy a 2018 Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert?

The 2018 Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert may be purchased directly from Specialized.

Q: What size wheels does the 2018 Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert have?

The 2018 Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert has 29" wheels.

Q: What size 2018 Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert should I get?

The 2018 Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert comes in sizes SM, MD, LG, XL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Specialized Men's Epic Hardtail Expert size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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