2009 Epic Marathon
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WIN BY A LANDSLIDE WITH THE NEW EPIC® — the bike that turned its debut race into…
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WIN BY A LANDSLIDE WITH THE NEW EPIC® — the bike that turned its debut race into Christoph Sauser's first XC World Championship title uses an advanced carbon chassis, integrated FSR suspension and new Mini Brain technology to make molehills out of mountains.
Specialized proprietary FlowControl Mini Brain allows Epic's AFR rear shock to instantaneously transition between firm and fully active settings, enhancing both efficiency and control.
100mm-travel RockShox SID Race Carbon fork with carbon and magnesium lowers to trim weight. Black Box Motion Control damper and external rebound and compression adjust help match fork performance to FlowControl Mini Brain and FSR telemetry.
Avid Ultimate SL custom brakes for Specialized with aluminum caliper body, alloy backed pads and stainless steel hardware for ultra-low weight. Monoblok caliper design enhances brake feel and modulation. Custom Avid Ultimate SL levers feature magnesium lever body and carbon lever blade for low weight.
Our custom DT Swiss wheels don't cut corners when it comes to quality: sealed cartridge bearings, a DT Swiss rear hub with star ratchet and alloy freehub and DT Swiss Super Comp stainless spokes with alloy nipples. Exclusive to Specialized.
S-Works Fast Trak LK 26 x 2.0" tires feature short, fast rolling knobs for easy speed and dual-compound tread for awesome traction. 2Bliss technology enhances control and durability without adding weight.
Specialized Body Geometry Phenom saddle with tuned carbon reinforced shell for blend of comfort and efficiency. Titanium rails keep weight to a minimum.
Technical Specifications
FRAMESET
FRAME
Epic FSR M5 Manipulated Alloy, fully manipulated frame w/ ORE DT/TT, sealed cartridge bearings, 100mm travel, replaceable derailleur hanger
HEADSET
1-1/8"" Threadless, 10mm insertion alloy cups, sealed cartridge bearing
SEAT BINDER
7050 hard annodized alloy collar w/ QR, 34.9mm clamp ID, black
SUSPENSION
REAR SHOCK
Specialized AFR remote mini , BRAIN inertia valve w/ BRAIN fade and rebound adj.
FORK
RockShox SID Race Carbon Custom for SBC. 100mm travel, carbon/mag lowers, motion control damper, external rebound and external floodgate compression adjust w/ alloy 1-1/8"" steerer
WHEELS
FRONT TIRE
S-Works Fast Trak LK, 26x2.0"", 120 TPI, tubeless ready aramid bead, dual compound
REAR TIRE
S-Works Fast Trak LK, 26x2.0"", 120 TPI, tubeless ready aramid bead, dual compound
INNER TUBES
Specialized Ultralight 26x2.0"", presta
RIMS
DT Swiss XR 4.2D, 24mm w/ eyelets, 28/32h
FRONT HUB
Specialized Hi Lo disc, CNC flange, sealed cartridge bearing, Oversized end caps, 9mm DT RWS, alloy QR, 28h
REAR HUB
Custom DT Swiss 280S w/ Star Rachet, alloy freehub w/ DT RWS, 10mm alloy QR, 32h
SPOKES
DT Swiss Super Comp 2.0/1.7/1.8mm butted stainless, black, alloy nipples
DRIVETRAIN
FRONT DERAILLEUR
Shimano M770 XT, DMD, top swing, dual pull
REAR DERAILLEUR
SRAM X-0, 9-speed, mid cage
SHIFT LEVERS
SRAM X-0 carbon, trigger
CASSETTE
Shimano M770 XT, 9-speed, 11-34t
CHAIN
SRAM PC-971, 9-speed w/Power Link
CRANKSET
Shimano FC-M770 XT, 2pc., S: 170mm, others: 175mm
CHAINRINGS
22S x 32A x 44A, 4-bolt, 104/64mm
BOTTOM BRACKET
Shimano M-770 XT
COCKPIT
STEM
Specialized adjustable rise, 31.8mm clamp, 3D forged w/ CNC finish
HANDLEBARS
Specialized XC low rise 31.8mm bar, 2014 butted alloy, 6 degree up, 8 degree backsweep, 640mm wide
GRIPS
Specialized thin lock on grip (S/M) Specialized Thick lock on grip (L/XL)
SADDLE
Specialized Phenom SL, Ti rails, thin foam, S/M: 130mm, L/XL: 143mm
SEATPOST
Thomson Elite Setback w/ 12 degree clamp, S/M: 367mm L/XL:410mm
BRAKES
FRONT BRAKE
Custom Avid Ultimate SL, alloy backed organic pads, alloy caliper, magnesium lever body w/ carbon blade, SS hardware package, S/M: 160mm, L/XL: 185mm rotor
REAR BRAKE
Custom Avid Ultimate SL, alloy backed organic pads, alloy caliper, magnesium lever body w/ carbon blade, SS hardware package, S/M: 140mm, L/XL: 160mm rotor
BRAKE LEVERS
Custom Avid Ultimate SL Hydraulic
ACCESSORIES
PEDALS
None
* 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.
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