Product Info
Details + Specs
Epic 8 EVO Comp - SRAM GX Eagle, FOX Performance
Speed built for the dirt
The fastest downcountry bike in the world. Epic 8 EVO is the dressed-up, cranked-to-11 expression of the new Epic 8, spec'd to slay downcountry terrain with an unmatched combination of capability, efficiency, and light weight.
Best for: Cross-country racing, fast trail riding and efficient climbing.
At a glance
Frame
FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™…
Fork
FOX 34 Performance, GRIP damper, compression adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm…
Shock
FOX Float Performance, EVOL LV, Ride Dynamics-tuned, 2-position…
Drivetrain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Brakes
SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm rotor
Weight
12.6kg / 27.8lb (approx., complete bike)
Key highlights
Rider-First Engineered™ construction with Progressive XC Race Geometry and 120mm of rear travel, tuned for downcountry capability.
a 130mm-travel FOX 34 Performance fork with GRIP damper and compression adjust pairs with a Ride Dynamics-tuned FOX Float Performance rear shock for extra chunk-eating…
4-piston brakes with 200mm front and 180mm rear rotors give full-powered stopping confidence on fast, technical descents.
a wide-range 10-52t cassette for efficient climbing and covering ground fast.
Complete specification
Full build details
Components are grouped by bike system so the complete build is easy to scan.
Frameset
Frame
FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH-compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm travel
Suspension
Fork
FOX 34 Performance, GRIP damper, compression adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm
Rear Shock
FOX Float Performance, EVOL LV, Ride Dynamics-tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm
Brakes
Front Brake
SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 200mm rotor
Rear Brake
SRAM Code Bronze Stealth, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM GX, trigger, 12-speed
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275, 12-speed, 10-52t
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Crankset
SRAM X1000 Eagle, DUB, 32T, 165/170/175mm (size-specific)
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, BSA, 73mm, threaded
Wheels and tyres
Wheels
Specialized Alloy 29, 27mm internal width, tubeless
Tyres
Specialized Purgatory, GRID casing, T9 compound, 29x2.4" (front) / Specialized Ground Control, GRID casing, T7 compound, 29x2.35" (rear)
Cockpit and contact points
Handlebars
Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 35mm clamp, 760mm width
Stem
Alloy stem, 35mm clamp, 50mm length
Seatpost
X-Fusion Manic dropper, 30.9mm, 0mm offset, 125/150/170mm travel (size-specific)
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Weight and sizing
Weight
12.6kg / 27.8lb (approx., complete bike)
Weight is based on a production painted bike in the stated reference size. Actual weight can vary with colour, size and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.