Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 95mm -
Fork RockShox SID
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Groupset X01, X1 -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
FACT 9m carbon, M5 alloy rear end, PF30 BB, carbon headset cups, 12x142mm rear spacing, internal cable routing, 95mm of travel, SWAT™ tool cradle
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID Brain 29, Solo Air spring, 100mm travel, bottom-mount Brain fade adjust, rebound adjust, tapered alloy crown/steerer, 46mm offset, 15mm Maxle Stealth thru-axle
Rear Shock
FOX/Specialized remote Mini Brain, AUTOSAG, Brain Fade adjust I-Valve, 200x48mm
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 rear derailleur, X-Horizon, 11-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM X1, 11-speed, trigger
Cassette
SRAM XG-1180 cassette, 11-speed, 10-42t
Crank
SRAM 2200 Carbon, Custom for SBC, PF30, 30t X-Sync Direct Mount, S:170mm, others: 175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearings
Chain
SRAM PC-X1 chain, PowerLock, 11-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
Roval Control Carbon, 15mm end caps
Rear Hub
Roval Control Carbon 142+, SRAM XX1 XD driver body
Rims
Roval Control Carbon 29, carbon, disc
Spokes
DT Swiss Revolution
Tires
S-Works Fast Trak, 120TPI, 2Bliss Ready, folding bead, 29x2.0""
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore XT, Ice-Tech metallic pads
Brake Levers
Shimano XT, I-spec compatible
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized Stout, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, anti-corrosion hardware
Handlebar
Specialized, 7050 alloy, 8-backsweep, 6-upsweep, 10mm rise, 720mm, 31.8mm
Grips
Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle, S/M: regular thickness, L/XL: XL thickness
Headset
1-1/8"" upper, 1-1/2"" lower, threadless, Campy style, cartridge bearings
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Phenom Expert, hollow titanium rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Specialized, carbon, single bolt, 27.2mm
About this model
Epic Expert Carbon 29 World Cup belongs to the Specialized Epic model. There are 161 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Epic bikes models from 2016, by clicking here.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Internal Cable Routing
It’s also important to mention the internal cable routing that this bike has. In short, this will allow you to keep your bike cables in great condition. Say goodbye to hanging cables.
Epic Expert Carbon 29 World Cup components
Fork
Specialized Epic Expert Carbon 29 World Cup 2016 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 conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of aluminum, which doesn’t add too much extra weight to the bike. However, it is not so stiff as steel or carbon forks are.
Rear Shock
The Epic Expert Carbon 29 World Cup has a rear shock with a travel of 95mm. The model FOX/Specialized remote Mini Brain is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, a full-suspension bike will give you the smoothest ride possible.
Wheels size
The wheels on Epic Expert Carbon 29 World Cup are the 29″ carbon type. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Epic Expert Carbon 29 World Cup has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Specialized Epic Expert Carbon 29 World Cup 2016 is available in one size only. In short, make sure you double-check if it fits you.