2017 Epic Hardtail
4.8
6 Reviews
Our Epic Hardtail singlehandedly takes hardtail alloy XC bikes into the modern age,…
Product Details
Our Epic Hardtail singlehandedly takes hardtail alloy XC bikes into the modern age, with the most capable geometry out there and a build kit that's all business. We built the entire frame from our top notch M5 Alloy to ensure an ultra-stiff, lightweight, and highly responsive ride quality that's well suited for XC racing. We've also tweaked the geometry for more speed and stability by slacking-out the head tube angle, 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 12x142mm and included internal cable routing. For the build, this Epic hits right on the money, opting for a custom-tuned RockShox Reba RL fork and 11-speed Shimano SLX shifting.
Given its lightweight and ultra-stiff characteristics, M5 aluminum was the natural choice for the frame's construction. And when complemented with our speed-focused XC 29 Geometry and internal cable routing, you get a bike that compromises nothing in delivering explosive speed, confident handling, and hassle-free maintenance.
A custom RockShox Reba RL 29 fork offers up 80/95mm of smooth travel, while an easily accessible compression and rebound adjusts permit you to customize the feel according to the terrain at hand.
Shimano controls the 11-speed shifting with SLX shifters and an ultra-crisp and reliable Deore XT M8000 rear derailleur.
Technical Specifications
FRAMESET
FRAME
M5 alloy, XC 29 Geometry, tapered head tube, internal cable routing, 12x142mm dropouts, PM 160 rear brake, replaceable alloy rear derailleur hanger
SEAT BINDER
Specialized, alloy, 30.8mm
SUSPENSION
FORK
Custom RockShox Reba RL, rebound adjust, Solo Air spring, tapered alloy crown/steerer, 15x100mm Maxle Stealth thru-axle, 80/95mm of travel, 51mm offset
WHEELS
RIMS
Specialized Stout, alloy hookless bead, 32h
FRONT HUB
Specialized disc, alloy, sealed cartridge bearings,15x100mm thru-axle, 32h
REAR HUB
Specialized disc, alloy, 6-bolt disc, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x142mm thru-axle, 28h
SPOKES
Stainless, black, 14g
FRONT TIRE
Fast Trak, Control casing, 29x2.2"", 60TPI, Aramid folding bead, 2Bliss Ready
REAR TIRE
Fast Trak, Control casing, 29x2.2"", 60TPI, Aramid folding bead, 2Bliss Ready
DRIVETRAIN
FRONT DERAILLEUR
Shimano SLX 7025, direct-mount, down-swing
REAR DERAILLEUR
Shimano Deore XT M8000, Shadow Plus, SGS cage, 11-speed
SHIFT LEVERS
Shimano SLX M7000, 11-speed
CASSETTE
SRAM PG-1130, 11-speed, 11-42t
CHAIN
SRAM PC-1110, 11-speed w/PowerLink
CRANKSET
RaceFace Aeffect, 6000-series alloy, 24mm spindle, 49mm chainline, 34/24T
COCKPIT
STEM
Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
HANDLEBARS
Stout XC, double-butted alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 720mm width, 31.8mm
GRIPS
Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness
SADDLE
Body Geometry Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm
SEATPOST
Specialized Alloy 27.2mm
BRAKES
REAR BRAKE
Shimano M506, hydraulic disc, resin pad, 160mm rotor
FRONT BRAKE
Shimano M506, hydraulic disc, resin pad, 180/160mm rotor
* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colourway, 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 |
| Seat-Tube Angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° | 73.5° |
| Head-Tube Length | 90mm | 100mm | 115mm | 130mm |
| Head-Tube Angle | 71° | 71° | 71° | 71° |
| Chain-Stay Length | 430mm | 430mm | 430mm | 430mm |
| Front-Center | 624mm | 655mm | 682mm | 708mm |
| B-B Drop | 61mm | 61mm | 61mm | 61mm |
| B-B Height | 310mm | 310mm | 310mm | 310mm |
| Bike Stand-Over Height | 760mm | 799mm | 826mm | 849mm |
| Fork Length (full) | 486mm | 496mm | 496mm | 496mm |
| Top-Tube Length (horizontal) | 565mm | 593mm | 620mm | 643mm |
| Seat-Tube Length | 394mm | 434mm | 470mm | 505mm |
| Stack | 592mm | 610mm | 625mm | 639mm |
| Reach | 390mm | 414mm | 437mm | 458mm |
| Trail | 79mm | 79mm | 79mm | 79mm |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 46mm | 46mm | 46mm | 46mm |
| Wheelbase | 1047mm | 1078mm | 1105mm | 1131mm |
Rider Reviews
4.8
6 Reviews