Evolution of the Fastest
Capable, Efficient, Light
The fastest downcountry bike in the world. Epic 8 EVO is the dressed up, cranked-to-11 expression of the new Epic 8. Spec’d to slay downcountry terrain with its unmatched...
2026 S-Works Epic 8 EVO Di2
Evolution of the Fastest
Capable, Efficient, Light
The fastest downcountry bike in the world. Epic 8 EVO is the dressed up, cranked-to-11 expression of the new Epic 8. Spec’d to slay downcountry terrain with its unmatched combo of capability, efficiency, and light weight, Epic 8 EVO’s updated kinematics allow for insanely efficient climbing—while the Ride Dynamics-tuned shock eats up rough terrain on the way down.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DRIVETRAIN
Chainrings
32T
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, BB-MT801, Threaded
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR Di2
Chain
Shimano XTR
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR Di2, 12-speed
Crankset
Shimano XTR 9200, 4iiii power meter, 170mm
Cassette
Shimano XTR, 12 Speed, 10-51T
COCKPIT
Saddle
Specialized S-Works Power, Carbon Rails
SeatPost
FOX Factory Transfer Neo, 30.9mm, S: 125mm, M:150mm, L/XL: 175mm
Handlebars
Roval Control Rise Carbon Handlebar, 780mm wide, 20mm rise, 35mm clamp
Grips
Specialized Trail Grips
Stem
Industry Nine A35, 50mm, 35mm clamp
WHEELS
Spokes
#N/ARims
#N/ARear Wheel
Roval Control SL VI, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, 24H, Industry 9 Solix hub, Roval Carbon spokes w/ Ti end pieces, centerlock
Front Wheel
Roval Control SL VI, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, 24H, Industry 9 Solix hub, Roval Carbon spokes w/ Ti end pieces, centerlock
Front Tire
Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, TLR, 29x2.4
Rear Tire
Specialized Ground Control, Grid Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, TLR, 29x2.35
Inner Tubes
Specialized Turbo Tube
SUSPENSION
Rear Shock
FOX FLOAT Factory, EVOL LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm
Fork
FOX 34 SL Factory, GRIP X Damper, HSC, LSC, LSR adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm
FRAMESET
Frame
S-Works FACT 12m Carbon with Carbon Shock Extension, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain and seatpost
Seat Binder
Specialized Alloy 34.9, Titanium Bolt
BRAKES
Front Brake
Shimano XTR 9220, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
Rear Brake
Shimano XTR 9220, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor
ACCESSORIES
SWAT
SWAT internal downtube storage
WEIGHT
Weight
11.17 kg (24 lb, 10.0 oz)
Weight Size
MD
* 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
XS | S | M | L | XL | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Crank Length | 165mm | 170mm | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm |
Handlebar Width | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm | 750mm |
Stem Length | 60mm | 60mm | 60mm | 60mm | 60mm |
Saddle Width | 155mm | 155mm | 143mm | 143mm | 143mm |
Seatpost Length | 100mm | 125mm | 125mm | 150mm | 170mm |
Head Tube Angle (high) | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° |
Stack | 603mm | 597mm | 598mm | 610mm | 628mm |
Trail | 117mm | 117mm | 117mm | 117mm | 117mm |
Chainstay Length | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm | 435mm |
Seat Tube Angle | 76.5° | 76° | 75.5° | 75.5° | 75.5° |
BB Height (low) | 318mm | 324mm | 326mm | 328mm | 328mm |
Fork Length, Full | 530mm | 530mm | 530mm | 530mm | 530mm |
Reach (low) | 390mm | 420mm | 450mm | 475mm | 500mm |
Top Tube Length, Horizontal | 535mm | 569mm | 605mm | 633mm | 662mm |
Wheelbase | 1117mm | 1147mm | 1179mm | 1210mm | 1243mm |
BB Height (high) | 323mm | 329mm | 331mm | 333mm | 333mm |
Fork Rake/Offset | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm | 44mm |
Head Tube Length | 92mm | 92mm | 95mm | 110mm | 130mm |
Bike Standover Height | 748mm | 755mm | 760mm | 769mm | 774mm |
BB Drop (low) | 52mm | 46mm | 44mm | 42mm | 42mm |
Front Center | 687mm | 716mm | 747mm | 778mm | 811mm |
Head Tube Angle (low) | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° |
Seat Tube Length | 370mm | 390mm | 410mm | 450mm | 500mm |