Product Info
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S-Works Epic 8 - SRAM XX SL AXS, RockShox Ultimate Flight Attendant
Speed built for the dirt
The S-Works Epic 8 evolves the formula of fastest through capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration. Modern XC tracks demand more capability by the day, and the Epic 8's improved kinematics make it the most efficient pedaling bike Specialized has ever tested, while its custom-valved, custom-tuned shocks soak up every bump on the way.
Best for: Cross-country racing, fast trail riding and efficient climbing.
At a glance
Frame
S-Works FACT 12m Carbon with Carbon Shock Extension, Progressive XC Race…
Fork
RockShox SID Ultimate Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics-developed…
Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics-developed…
Drivetrain
SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS, 12-speed
Brakes
SRAM Motive Ultimate, 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics-developed…
Key highlights
the lightest, stiffest Epic 8 chassis, with 120mm of Progressive XC Race Geometry travel and integrated SWAT downtube storage.
a SID Ultimate fork and SIDLuxe Ultimate shock, both Ride Dynamics-developed with 3-position automatic damping that uses SRAM AXS wireless data to optimise compression in…
SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS Transmission with integrated Quarq power meter: wireless 12-speed shifting direct-mounted to the frame, doubling as an in-crank power meter.
mini-hooked, 28. 5mm internal width, tubeless-ready — built for the demands of World Cup XC racing.
Complete specification
Full build details
Components are grouped by bike system so the complete build is easy to scan.
Frameset
Frame
S-Works FACT 12m Carbon with Carbon Shock Extension, Progressive XC Race Geometry, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 120mm travel
Suspension
Fork
RockShox SID Ultimate Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics-developed 3-position, DebonAir, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant, Ride Dynamics-developed 3-position, Solo Air, 190x45mm
Brakes
Front Brake
SRAM Motive Ultimate, 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Rear Brake
SRAM Motive Ultimate, 4-piston hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM AXS POD Ultimate Controller
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM CS-1299, 12-speed, 10-52t
Chain
SRAM XX SL Eagle
Crankset
SRAM/Quarq XX SL Eagle Power Meter, DUB, 170/175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, threaded
Wheels and tyres
Wheels
Roval Control World Cup, mini-hooked carbon, 28.5mm internal width, tubeless ready
Tyres
Specialized Fast Trak, FlexLite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35" (front); Specialized Air Trak, FlexLite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35" (rear)
Cockpit and contact points
Handlebar/Stem
Roval Control SL integrated carbon cockpit, 760mm wide, 60mm/12° integrated stem
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb AXS dropper, 30.9mm (length varies by size)
Saddle
S-Works Power with Mirror, carbon rails, 143/155mm
Component specifications are subject to change without notice.