2012 S-Works Epic Carbon 29 XTR
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The full-suspension, carbon fiber, S-Works Epic 29 is the first 29er to win a World…
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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 two S-Works versions, this model is equipped with Shimano's XTR component group.
Super-light FACT IS 11m full carbon frame with dedicated 29er geometry, PF30 BB, sealed cartridge bearing pivots and 142mm dropouts delivers the all-around best performing 100mm-travel Competitive XC bike
Specialized/Fox remote Mini-Brain inertia-valve shock with Kashima coating and new 2012 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 100mm of air-sprung travel and a carbon steerer tube to create the most efficient and supple cross-country fork available
Shimano XTR brakes are lighter than ever while staying cooler and more consistent with the help of Ice Tech rotors and new ergonomic levers
Specialized FACT OSBB, PF30, carbon crankset with ceramic bearings is paired with a SRAM spider and rings for ultimate power transfer
Roval Control SL 29 wheelset with carbon rims, OS28 end caps, 142+ spacing, and DT Swiss spokes and internals is insanely stiff, light and durable for greater control and quickness
Technical Specifications
FRAMESET
FRAME
FACT 11m carbon front triangle, 29"" geometry, FACT IS construction, gussetless TT (S/M), FACT carbon seatstays w/carbon non-drive DO and chainstays, tapered HT, carbon PF30 BB, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 100mm
HEADSET
1-1/8 and 1-1/2"" Threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2"" lower, cartridge bearings, carbon top cap
SEAT BINDER
36.9mm clamp size, 7050 hard anodized alloy collar, single bolt
SUSPENSION
REAR SHOCK
Fox/Specialized remote Mini-Brain w/new 2012 tune, Kashima coating, inertia valve, w/ Brain Fade adjust, 187x47mm, 29er hose length
FORK
Custom RockShox SID World Cup 29 Brain, inertia valve damper, air spring, tapered carbon steerer, top-mount Brain Fade adj. and rebound adj., QR, 100mm travel
WHEELS
RIMS
Roval Control SL 29, carbon disc, 28mm, 32h
FRONT HUB
Roval Control SL 29, carbon/alloy, OS 28mm end caps, QR, 32h
REAR HUB
Roval Control SL 29 142+, DT Star Ratchet, 12mm thru-axle, 32h
SPOKES
DT Swiss Revolution 2.0/1.5/2.0mm stainless, DT Aerolite, bladed, painted
FRONT TIRE
S-Works Fast Trak, 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual-compound, 29x2.0""
REAR TIRE
S-Works Renegade, 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual-compound, 29x1.95""
DRIVETRAIN
FRONT DERAILLEUR
Shimano XTR M985-E2, E-type for DMD, top-swing, dual-pull, 38-40t
REAR DERAILLEUR
Shimano XTR Shadow M980, 10-speed, medium cage
SHIFT LEVERS
Shimano XTR M980R, 10-speed, w/ I-Spec clamps
CASSETTE
Shimano XTR M980, 10-speed, 11-36t
CHAIN
Shimano XTR 980, 10-speed
CRANKSET
S-Works OS carbon crank, 10-speed XC double, S: 170mm, Others: 175mm
COCKPIT
SEATPOST
S-Works Carbon, single-bolt head, 30.9mm, 400mm
STEM
Syntace F109, 6º rise, 31.8mm clamp, S: 75mm, M: 90mm, L: 100mm, XL: 110mm
HANDLEBARS
S-Works XC Carbon flat bar, uni-directional carbon, 680mm wide, 8º back sweep, 31.8mm
GRIPS
Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Others: Grappler XL
SADDLE
Specialized Body Geometry Phenom Expert, ti rails, 143mm width
BRAKES
FRONT BRAKE
Shimano XTR, hydraulic disc, post mount, ti/metal pad, Ice Tech 160mm rotor
REAR BRAKE
Shimano XTR 985, hydraulic disc, post mount, ti/metal pad, Ice Tech 160mm rotor
BRAKE LEVERS
Shimano XTR 985 hydraulic, w/I-Spec clamps
ACCESSORIES
PEDALS
Resin Test Ride Pedals with toe clips, CEN std.
* 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
| Sm | Med | LG | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground-Top | 917mm | 936mm | 945mm | 964mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height - Low Setting | 331mm | 331mm | 331mm | 331mm |
| Top Tube Length (Horizontal) | 554mm | 589mm | 615mm | 641mm |
| Head Tube Height | 90mm | 110mm | 120mm | 140mm |
| Head Tube Angle - Low Setting | 70.5° | 70.5° | 70.5° | 70.5° |
| Seat Tube Angle (Actual) - Low Setting | 69.5° | 69.5° | 70° | 70° |
| Seat Tube Angle (Effective) - Low Setting | 74° | 74° | 74° | 74° |
| Top Tube Length (Actual) | 527mm | 559mm | 584mm | 607mm |
| Seat Tube Length - Center to Top | 394mm | 424mm | 463mm | 520mm |
| Wheel Base | 1075mm | 1109mm | 1136mm | 1163mm |
| Standover Height | 755mm | 766mm | 775mm | 790mm |
| Stack | 586mm | 605mm | 614mm | 633mm |
| Reach | 386mm | 415mm | 438mm | 458mm |
| Chainstay Length | 448mm | 448mm | 448mm | 448mm |
| Crank Length | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm | 175mm |
| Handlebar Width | 680mm | 680mm | 680mm | 680mm |
| Stem Length | 75mm | 90mm | 105mm | 105mm |
| Seatpost Length | 400mm | 400mm | 400mm | 400mm |
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