The full-suspension, carbon fiber, S-Works Epic 29 is the first 29er to win a World Cup event, and the bike Mountain Bike Action magazine describes as the "best bike we've ever ridden". One of three S-Works versions, this model is equipped with SRAM's XX1 component group with customizations from Freshbikes.
> All-new FACT IS 11m full carbon frame with dedicated 29er World Cup geometry and full SWAT technology compatibility, sealed cartridge bearing pivots on every FSR point, and 142mm dropouts delivers the all-around fastest 95mm-travel Competitive XC bike
> FOX/Specialized remote Mini-Brain inertia-valve shock with AUTOSAG, Kashima coating and new lighter 2014 tune to seamlessly transition from efficient pedaling on smooth terrain to fully active on rough terrain
> Custom RockShox SID World Cup 29 fork with Specialized Brain inertia-valve damping has 95mm of air-sprung travel, a carbon steerer tube, and 15mm thru-axle to create the most efficient and supple cross-country fork available
> Carbon hookless Roval Control SL 29 142+ wheelset, complete with 142+ spacing, DT Swiss spokes and internals, is insanely stiff, light and durable for greater control and quickness
> All-new, lighter and stiffer Cannondale SI SL crankset with XX1 spider makes for the ultimate power transfer
> Shimano XTR M987 XC hydraulic brakes are the industry benchmark for performance
> SRAM's XX1 11-speed rear derailleur, shifter and cassette offer the pinnacle in high-performance XC racing componentry. The 1x11 design eliminates the front derailleur and shifter saving additional weight with a huge gear range
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Frame | FACT 11m carbon front triangle, SWAT EMT tool cradle, 29" World Cup geometry, FACT IS construction, full FACT carbon rear triangle, World Cup mega-chainstays, single ring only, tapered headtube, carbon PF30 BB, full internal shift/brake routing, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 95mm |
| Fork | Custom RockShox SID World Cup 29 Brain, inertia valve damper, Solo Air spring, tapered carbon crown/steerer, top-mount Brain Fade and rebound adj., 15mm thru-axle, 95mm travel |
| Headset | 1-1/8 and 1-1/2" threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2" lower, cartridge bearings |
| Rear Shock | FOX/Specialized remote Mini-Brain w/ AUTOSAG, Kashima coating, inertia valve w/ Aramid hose, Brain Fade adjust, 200x48mm, 95mm travel |
| Rims/Wheels | Roval Control SL 29, carbon disc, 22mm internal width, 24h/28h |
| Hubs | Roval Control SL 29 142+, DT Swiss Star Ratchet, XX1 driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 28h |
| Spokes | DT Swiss Revolution, 2.0/1.5/2.0mm stainless |
| Tires | S-Works Fast Trak, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.2", foldable aramid bead, 120 TPI front & S-Works Renegade, 2Bliss Ready, 29x1.95", foldable aramid bead, 120 TPI |
| Crankset | Cannondale Si SL crank arm |
| Chainwheel | SRAM XX1 32T |
| Bottom Bracket | PF30, OS press-in bearings, sealed cartridge |
| Chain | SRAM XX1, 11-speed, hollow plates/pins, PowerLink |
| Front Derailleur | NA |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM XX1 Type 2, 11-speed |
| Rear Cogs | SRAM XX1, 11-speed, 10-42 |
| Shifters | SRAM XX1, 11-speed, carbon/aluminum trigger, w/ MatchMaker clamp |
| Handlebars | S-Works XC, prowess mini-rise bar, carbon, 700mm wide, 8-degree backsweep, 31.8mm |
| Tape/Grips | XC locking |
| Stem | SW SL stem |
| Brake Levers | Shimano XTR M987 XC |
| Brakes | Shimano XTR M987 XC w/ice tech rotor 160 |
| Saddle | Body Geometry Phenom Expert, hollow Ti rails, 143mm |
| Seat Post | Specialized carbon, single bolt, 27.2mm, S: 350mm, Others: 400mm |
| Seat Binder | Specialized 7050 hard anodized alloy, single bolt, 31.8mm |
| Color(s) | candy red |
| Sizes | large / 19" |
| Weight | 22.25 lbs (actual no pedals & with inner tubes) |
* Subject to change without notice.
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