2018 Men's Epic Hardtail Pro
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If you ask us, it's been too long since hardtails got their world shaken up. Well,…
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If you ask us, it's been too long since hardtails got their world shaken up. Well, our all-new Epic Hardtail Pro does just that. New geometry, crazy-low frame weight, and a build from the racing gods—this bike is ready to shatter the mold.
In order to create one of the lightest frames we've ever made (around 1175 grams if you're curious), we built the entire frame from our superlative FACT 11m carbon fiber, and then we took some cues from our road bikes.
We borrowed the Rider-First Engineered™ concept that originated with the Tarmac. Now, the frame design applies specificity to every tube size and carbon layup for every frame size. This creates the optimal balance of rigidity, weight, and responsiveness, so every frame, regardless of size, performs just as we intended. We've also tweaked the geometry for more speed and stability by slacking-out the head tube, lengthening the top tube, and correcting the seat tube angle. This way, it feels more planted then ever, and frankly, it's stupid fast. We also widened the rear spacing to 12x148mm and included internal split-housing cable routing.
For the build, the Epic Hardtail Pro hits right on the money, opting for a custom-tuned RockShox SID fork with Brain, SRAM X01 Eagle™ 12-speed shifting, and hand-built Roval Control Pro Carbon wheels.
- By pairing a FACT 11m carbon fiber frame with our XC 29 Geometry, this Epic places a focus on revolutionary tube angles and light overall weight for explosive speed and nimble handling on the race circuit.
- The Custom RockShox SID 29 w/ Brain fork provides 90/100mm of efficient travel. It features Brain technology that distinguishes between terrain and rider input in order to maximize your power, while a Brain Fade adjusts the oil flow when not hitting bumps.
- SRAM's 12-speed X01 Eagle groupset features a wide gear range that delivers climbing and descending efficiency in spades. On top of this, the one-by setup is notorious for being next to impossible to drop a chain with, plus it provides a significant weight savings in comparison to a standard 2x setup.
Technical Specifications
FRAMESET
FRAME
FACT 11m, XC Geometry, internal split-housing cable routing, PF30 BB, 12x148mm rear end, triangulated post-mount 160mm brake
SEAT BINDER
Specialized Alloy 30.0mm
SUSPENSION
FORK
RockShox SID Brain 29, Solo Air, 51mm offset, 15x110mm thru-axle (S: 90mm of travel, M/L/XL: 100mm of travel)
WHEELS
RIMS
Roval Control Carbon, hookless bead, 22mm internal width, tubeless ready
FRONT HUB
Front Hub: Specialized, sealed cartridge bearing, 15x110mm spacing, torque caps, 24h
REAR HUB
DT Swiss 350, Star Ratchet, 36t engagement, SRAM XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 28h
SPOKES
DT Swiss Industry, stainless, 2.0
FRONT TIRE
Fast Trak, GRIPTON compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29 x 2.3",
REAR TIRE
Fast Trak, GRIPTON compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29 x 2.1"
INNER TUBES
29x1.75/2.4", 60mm Presta valve
DRIVETRAIN
REAR DERAILLEUR
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed
SHIFT LEVERS
SRAM X01 Eagle, trigger, 12-speed
CASSETTE
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed, 10-50t
CHAIN
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed w/ PowerLock
CRANKSET
Truvativ Stylo, carbon, Boost™ 148, 175/170mm, 30mm spindle
CHAINRINGS
SRAM Eagle™, alloy, 32T
BOTTOM BRACKET
SRAM PF30
COCKPIT
STEM
Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
HANDLEBARS
Specialized Mini-Rise, 7050 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 720mm width, 31.8mm clamp
GRIPS
Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness
SADDLE
Body Geometry Phenom Expert, Adaptive Edge design, hollow titanium rails, carbon fiber base, 143mm
SEATPOST
Specialized, alloy, single bolt, 21mm offset, 27.2mm
BRAKES
REAR BRAKE
SRAM Level TLM, hydraulic disc, organic pads, 160 rotor
FRONT BRAKE
SRAM Level TLM, hydraulic disc, organic pads, 160/180mm rotor
ACCESSORIES
PEDALS
Specialized Dirt
* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Geometry
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crank Length | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm | 175mm |
| Handlebar Width | 720mm | 720mm | 720mm | 720mm |
| Stem Length | 70mm | 90mm | 100mm | 110mm |
| Saddle Width | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm |
| Seatpost Length | 350mm | 400mm | 400mm | 400mm |
| Stack | 599mm | 608mm | 622mm | 637mm |
| Reach | 395mm | 418mm | 441mm | 462mm |
| Head Tube Length | 95mm | 95mm | 110mm | 125mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.8° | 69.8° | 69.8° | 69.8° |
| BB Height | 309mm | 309mm | 309mm | 309mm |
| BB Drop | 61mm | 61mm | 61mm | 61mm |
| Trail | 82mm | 82mm | 82mm | 82mm |
| Fork Length, Full | 496mm | 506mm | 506mm | 506mm |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 51mm | 51mm | 51mm | 51mm |
| Front Center | 650mm | 676mm | 705mm | 731mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430mm | 430mm | 430mm | 430mm |
| Wheelbase | 1073mm | 1099mm | 1128mm | 1154mm |
| Top Tube Length, Horizontal | 568mm | 595mm | 623mm | 649mm |
| Bike Standover Height | 760mm | 790mm | 814mm | 845mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 400mm | 430mm | 470mm | 520mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74° | 74° | 74° | 74° |
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