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2020

Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert

Specialized Epic Hardtail 2020

Cross Country

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At a glance

The 2020 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert is an Cross Country mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, has RockShox suspension and a SRAM drivetrain. The bike is part of Specialized's Epic Hardtail range of mountain bikes.

- With all of the growth in full-suspension XC bikes, we found that hardtails were starting to become a little same old, same old. So we thought to ourselves, ‘What better time than now to shake things up with a modern, revolutionary design?’ Say hello to the Epic Hardtail Expert. THE GAME CHANGER The Epic Hardtail sports one of the lightest production frames to date, but it’s a hell of a lot more than that. We designed the most capable and comfortable racing chassis ever created, because you’re not fast if you’re being pummeled by the trail. It’s a game changer.

MORE CONTROL MEANS MORE SPEED Looking to ride faster? Who isn’t? That’s why we relaxed its head angle and lengthened the reach. The Epic retains a short wheelbase for deft handling yet offers more predictable steering and a centered rider position for increased control and speed on any trail.

- One of the lightest and most capable carbon hardtail frames ever created.

- SRAM’s 12-speed GX Eagle groupset provides a wide gear range, letting you spin up the climbs.

- RockShox SID Brain 29,with Brain-fade inertia valve.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Specialized FACT 11m, XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing
  • Fork
    RockShox SID Brain 29, Solo Air, Position Sensitive, bottom-adjust Brain Fade, 15x110mm Maxle® Stealth thru-axle, 42mm offset, 100mm of travel (XS: 80mm travel)
Wheels
  • Hubs
    Front: Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm spacing, 28h
    Rear: DT Swiss 370, SRAM XD 3-pawl driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 28h
  • Wheels
    Roval Control Carbon, 25mm internal width, tubeless-ready
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Spokes
    DT Swiss Industry
  • Tires
    Front: Fast Trak, Control casing, GRIPTON® compound, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"
    Rear: Fast Trak, Control casing, GRIPTON® compound, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
  • Crank
    Truvativ STYLO, DUB
  • Bottom Bracket
    SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, Threaded
  • Rear Derailleur
    SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
  • Shifters
    SRAM GX Eagle, trigger, 12-speed
  • Cassette
    SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 12-speed, 10-50t
Components
  • Brakeset
    Front: SRAM Level TL, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc
    Rear: SRAM Level TL, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc
  • Handlebar
    Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
  • Saddle
    Body Geometry Power Sport, hollow Cr-Mo rails
  • Seatpost
    Specialized, alloy, single-bolt, 30.9mm
  • Stem
    Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
  • Grips
    Specialized Trail Grips

FAQ

Q: Where to buy a 2020 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert?

The 2020 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert may be purchased directly from Specialized.

Q: What size wheels does the 2020 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert have?

The 2020 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert has 29" wheels.

Q: What size 2020 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert should I get?

After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Specialized 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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