Specialized Epic Hardtail Pro 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,520$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox SID
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Groupset X01 Eagle, X1 -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 171cm
MD
168cm - 180cm
LG
178cm - 189cm
XL
186cm - 199cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized FACT 11m, XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID Brain 29, Solo Air, Position Sensitive, top-adjust Brain Fade, 15x110mm Maxle® Stealth thru-axle, 42mm offset, 100mm of travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM X01 Eagle, trigger, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM XG-1295 Eagle, 12-speed, 10-50t
Crank
SRAM X1 carbon Eagle, Boost™ 148, DUB, 32t, SM: 170mm, M-XL 175mm, Alloy, 32T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, Threaded
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm spacing, 28h
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 350, Star Ratchet, 36t engagement, SRAM XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 28h
Rims
Roval Control Carbon, 25mm internal width, tubeless-ready
Spokes
DT Swiss Industry
Tires
Fast Trak, Control casing, GRIPTON® compound, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Level TLM, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
Handlebar
S-Works Carbon XC Mini Rise, 6-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep, 10mm rise, 760mm, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Trail Grips
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Expert
Seatpost
Carbon, single-bolt, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.501 mm | 1.414 mm | 1.367 mm | 1.325 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 668 mm | 693 mm | 723 mm | 753 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 101 mm | 101 mm | 101 mm | 101 mm |
| Stack | 608 mm | 608 mm | 622 mm | 636 mm |
| Reach | 405 mm | 430 mm | 455 mm | 480 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 579 mm | 604 mm | 633 mm | 662 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1090 mm | 1115 mm | 1146 mm | 1176 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 762 mm | 792 mm | 816 mm | 847 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 Hardtail Pro belongs to the Specialized Epic Hardtail model. Specialized released 48 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Specialized Epic Hardtail 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2120$. Specialized S-Works Epic Hardtail AXS 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 9520$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 5520$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 189.76% higher.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Epic Hardtail Pro components
Fork
Specialized Epic Hardtail Pro 2020 bike is equipped with the RockShox SID fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
When it comes to wheels, the Epic Hardtail Pro bike is equipped with the 29″ carbon model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Specialized Epic Hardtail Pro is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Sizes
This bike is available in 4 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 199 cm (5.18 ft – 6.53 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.