Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro 2026

If your idea of fun is riding trails at breakneck speeds and high-fiving your friends, the Epic 8 EVO is the bike for you.

UNBEATABLE CAPACITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet, now even more capable. You’ll be blown away by the way the Epic 8 EVO’s progressive geometry delivers technical terrain capability along with fast, efficient climbing and acceleration performance. Plus, the frame’s absurd lateral and torsional stiffness translates into precision handling. With an increase to 130 mm of front travel to absorb bumps and a host of trail-oriented specs, the Epic 8 EVO feels right at home in the rough stuff.

WHAT BACHE: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 EVO absorbs 12% more impact and vibration forces, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time. That opens up the options for another ride (or 3).

RIDE DYNAMICS ADJUSTMENT: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for the new Epic 8 EVO shock. Our team prescribes special damping characteristics to holistically elevate the riding experience. By tuning the shocks along with the frame leverage ratios and new kinematics, we are able to deliver a bike that performs above and beyond the sum of its parts.

BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing suspension kinematics, Specialized’s Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient pedal-induced roll by 20%, keeping the suspension active for efficient management of impact forces, ensuring you stay in the most efficient pedaling position. It’s the most efficient pedal suspension bike we’ve ever tested.

FULLY EQUIPPED: All models now feature SWAT 4.0 to carry all your trail essentials, and an integrated steering stop to prevent the ubiquitous top tube scar the first time you fall and the handlebars turn.

• The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal roll.

• Ride Dynamics-tuned FOX Float Factory shock and FOX 34 SL Factory 130 mm fork.

• Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere, from World Cup XC races to your favorite weekend trail.

• The legendary SRAM Motive Silver 4-piston brakes boast great stopping power with sleek aesthetics.

• Roll with confidence thanks to the super-rugged and reliable XO Eagle AXS drivetrain.

• SWAT 4.0 on the diagonal tube to carry route essentials.

SPECS

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• • • Frame: FACT 11m carbon, progressive XC Race geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT storage on downtube, threaded bottom bracket, 12×148 mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120 mm travel
    • Saddle clamp: Specialized 34.9 aluminum, steel bolt

Suspension

• • • Rear shock: FOX FLOAT Factory, EVOL LV, Ride Dynamics adjustment, 2-position compression adjustment, 190×45 mm
    • Fork: Fox 34 SL Factory, Grip X cartridge, HSC, LSC, LSR adjustment, 130 mm travel, 44 mm offset, 15×110 mm

Brakes

• • • Rear brake: SRAM Motive Silver, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160 mm rotor
    • Front brake: SRAM Motive Silver, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180 mm rotor

Transmission

• • • Shift levers: SRAM AXS POD controller
    • Bottom bracket shell: SRAM DUB wide threaded (Threaded Wide)
    • Chain: SRAM XO Eagle
    • Rear derailleur: SRAM X0 Eagle drivetrain
    • Crankset: SRAM XO Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175 mm, 32T
    • Cassette: SRAM XS 1295, 12 speeds, 10-52
    • Chainrings: 32T

Wheels and tires

• • • Front wheel: Roval Control carbon rim, asymmetric carbon design, 29 mm inner width, 4 mm hook width, Tubeless ready, Industry Nine 1:1 hubs, 6 bolts, 15 mm thru axle, 110 mm spacing, 28h, Sapim stainless steel spokes, 14g, color black
    • Rear wheel: Roval Control carbon rim, asymmetric carbon design, 29 mm inner width, 4 mm hook width, Tubeless ready, Industry Nine 1:1 hubs, 6 bolts, 15 mm thru axle, 110 mm spacing, 28h, Sapim stainless steel spokes, 14g, black color (Note: I have literally translated the original measurement, although in rear wheel it is usually 12x148mm).
    • Front tire: Specialized Purgatory, GRID carcass, T9 compound, 29×2.4
    • Rear Tire: Specialized Ground Control, Grid Lite casing, T5/T7 compound, 29×2.35
    • Tubes: Specialized Turbo inner tube, 48 mm Presta valve, 29”x1.75”/2.4”/2.4”

Cockpit

• • • Seat post: Fox Transfer Factory, 30.9, remote control 1X
    • Stem: Raceface Turbine R, 50 mm, 35 mm clamp
    • Handlebars: Roval Control Rise carbon handlebars, 780 mm wide, 20 mm rise, 35 mm clamp
    • Saddle: Specialized Power Expert, titanium rails, 143 mm/155 mm
    • Grips: Specialized Trail Grips

Accessories

• • • SWAT: SWAT internal storage in the diagonal pipe

Product Details and Weight

• • • Product ID: 221524
    • Weight: 11.74 kg (25 lb, 14.1 oz)
    • Reference size for weight: MD (M)