Product Info
Details + Specs
Epic World Cup Expert - SRAM GX AXS, RockShox Select+
Speed built for the dirt
The Epic World Cup is the fastest XC race bike in the world on smooth to moderately technical courses, thanks to an unmatched combination of efficiency, control, and light weight. World Champion Christopher Blevins put it best: "This thing gives me everything I could want from a hardtail, plus the control and capability of full suspension.
Best for: Cross-country racing, fast trail riding and efficient climbing.
At a glance
Frame
FACT 11m Carbon, WCID suspension design, Progressive XC Race Geometry…
Fork
RockShox SID SL Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3-position, DebonAir…
Shock
RockShox-Specialized SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate, Ride Dynamics Developed…
Drivetrain
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission
Brakes
SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Weight
10.47 kg / 23lb 1.3oz (size Medium)
Key highlights
a purpose-built shock cradled inside the top tube delivers 75mm of Ride Dynamics-developed rear travel that rides like a hardtail when firm, or a chunk-squashing…
a Rider First Engineered™ chassis weighing just 1,915 grams (painted, with shock and hardware), tuned for maximum torsional rigidity and BB stiffness.
wireless 12-speed shifting with a wide-range 10-52t cassette, purpose-matched to the demands of off-road XC racing.
a co-developed suspension package with 110mm of Ride Dynamics-tuned front travel, delivering support under pedalling with genuine control in the rough.
Complete specification
Full build details
Components are grouped by bike system so the complete build is easy to scan.
Frameset
Frame
FACT 11m Carbon, WCID suspension design, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH-compatible rear spacing, internal cable routing, 75mm travel
Suspension
Fork
RockShox SID SL Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3-position, DebonAir, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 110mm travel
Rear Shock
RockShox-Specialized SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate, Ride Dynamics Developed, independent negative spring, rebound adjust, 215x40mm
Brakes
Front Brake
SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Rear Brake
SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor
Drivetrain
Shifters
SRAM AXS POD Controller
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 Transmission, 12-speed, 10-52t
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle Transmission, 12-speed Flattop
Crankset
SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, 34t (165/170/175mm by size)
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB Threaded Wide
Wheels and tyres
Wheels
Roval Control SL V, hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hubs, Sapim D-Light straight-pull spokes
Tyres
Specialized Fast Trak (front) / Air Trak (rear), 29x2.35
Cockpit and contact points
Handlebars
Specialized Alloy Mini Rise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
Stem
Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
Seatpost
Specialized Alloy, single-bolt, 30.9mm
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Weight and sizing
Weight
10.47 kg / 23lb 1.3oz (size Medium)
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.