Specialized Epic Pro 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Carbon
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Wheels 29"
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Travel Front 100mm
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Travel Rear 100mm
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Fork RockShox SID SL Ultimate
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Groupset X01 Eagle AXS, X1
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Suspension Full
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Drivetrain 1 × 12 Electronic
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FACT 11m Full Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing, 100mm of travel
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID SL ULTIMATE BRAIN, Top-Adjust Brain damper, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 100mm Travel
Rear Shock
RockShox-Specialized BRAIN, Rx XC Tune, 5 Position Platform Adjust, Rebound Adjust, Integraded Extension, 265x52.5mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle AXS
Shift Levers
SRAM Eagle AXS Rocker Paddle
Cassette
SRAM XG-1295 Eagle, 10-52t
Crank
SRAM X1 Eagle Carbon, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 34t, 34T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, Threaded
Chain
SRAX X01 Eagle, 12-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss 350, 6-bolt, 15mm Thru-axle, 110mm spacing, 28h straight -pull
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 350 straight-pull, 6-bolt, DT Swiss Ratchet, 12x148mm thru axle, XD freehub body, 28h straight-pull
Rims
Roval Control, Carbon offset design, 29mm internal width, 4mm hook width, Tubeless ready, 28h
Spokes
DT Swiss Comp Race
Tires
Front: Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T7 Compound, 29x2.35, Rear: Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Front: SRAM Level TLM, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, Rear: SRAM Level TLM, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Pro SL, alloy, 4-bolt
Handlebar
S-Works Carbon XC Mini Rise, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 10mm rise, 760mm, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Expert
Seatpost
Bike Yoke Divine SL, 30.9mm, SM: 100/ MD-XL: 125mm,
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.412 mm | 1.328 mm | 1.287 mm | 1.259 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 324 mm | 324 mm | 324 mm | 324 mm |
| Front Center | 687 mm | 719 mm | 750 mm | 782 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 106 mm | 106 mm | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Stack | 586 mm | 591 mm | 605 mm | 623 mm |
| Reach | 415 mm | 445 mm | 470 mm | 495 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 563 mm | 598 mm | 626 mm | 656 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.8 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° | 75.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° | 67.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm | 433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1116 mm | 1148 mm | 1179 mm | 1211 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm | 48 mm |
| Standover Height | 763 mm | 766 mm | 776 mm | 788 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 178 cm | 186 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 171 cm | 180 cm | 189 cm | 199 cm |
About this model
Epic Pro completes the Specialized Epic model. Specialized launched 161 bikes of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Epic Comp 2023 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 4000$. On the other hand, Specialized S-Works Epic 2023, is the most expensive and costs 12000$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Crosscountry bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 9000$. In conclusion, this bike price is 372.44% more expensive than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry bikes
Crosscountry bikes weigh an average of 12.31 kg (27.14 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Epic Pro weighs 10.5 kg (23.15 lbs) and is much lighter than the average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 17.24% higher than this one.
Internal Cable Routing
Another thing to mention, is the internal cable routing of this bike. In conclusion, this helps you too, keep the bike cables in mint condition, and also it looks better. No more cables, surrounding the bike.
Epic Pro components
Fork
The Epic Pro comes factory-installed with the RockShox SID SL Ultimate fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Rear Shock
Specialized Epic Pro bike has the RockShox-Specialized BRAIN model installed, and has a travel of 100mm. Bike rear shocks increase the riding comfort, and also give you more control over technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Epic Pro model has 29″ carbon wheels. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Epic Pro comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 4 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.
