Specialized Epic Hardtail 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,500$
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 Judy
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Groupset NX Eagle, SRAM -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Specialized FACT 11m, Progressive XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing
Suspension Fork
RockShox Judy Gold, Motion Control damper, Solo Air, 42mm offset, 15x110mm thru-axle, 100mm of travel (XS - 80mm travel)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle, trigger, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed, 11-50t
Crank
SRAM X1000 Eagle, DUB, 170/175mm 32T, 32T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, Threaded
Chain
SRAM SX Eagle, 12-speed w/ PowerLock®
Wheels
Front Hub
Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm thru-axle, 28h
Rear Hub
Alloy, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h
Rims
Specialized Alloy, Tubeless Ready, 25mm internal width, 28h
Spokes
Stainless, 14g
Tires
Front: Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35, Rear: Specialized Renegade, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35
Brakes
Brakes
Front: SRAM Level T hydraulic disc, 2-Piston Caliper, Rear: SRAM Level T hydraulic disc, 2-Piston Caliper
Cockpit
Stem
3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 7-degree
Handlebar
Specialized Alloy XC minirise, double-butted alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 31.8mm
Seat
Saddle
Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
Seatpost
Specialized Alloy, Single Bolt, 30.9mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.54 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.32 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm | 309 mm |
| Front Center | 641 mm | 668 mm | 693 mm | 723 mm | 753 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 103 mm | 103 mm | 103 mm | 103 mm | 103 mm |
| Stack | 595 mm | 609 mm | 609 mm | 623 mm | 637 mm |
| Reach | 386 mm | 406 mm | 431 mm | 456 mm | 481 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 556 mm | 580 mm | 605 mm | 634 mm | 663 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 367 mm | 400 mm | 430 mm | 470 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° | 68.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm | 431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1063 mm | 1091 mm | 1116 mm | 1147 mm | 1177 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Standover Height | 733 mm | 763 mm | 793 mm | 817 mm | 848 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Epic Hardtail is a Specialized Epic Hardtail model. Specialized launched 48 bikes of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Specialized Epic Hardtail bikes models from 2023, here.
Model range prices
Specialized Epic Hardtail 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 2500$. Specialized S-Works Epic Hardtail 2023 on the other hand costs 11000$, and is the most expensive model.
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
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry bike is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 2500$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry bike price, we see that the price is 31.23% higher.
Internal Cable Routing
This bike has an internal cable routing. As a result, this helps to preserve the bike’s cables. No more cables around your bike.
Overview of components
Fork
The Epic Hardtail comes factory-installed with the RockShox Judy fork. This has a travel range of 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Specialized Epic Hardtail 2023, has a 29″ aluminum model. 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
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Specialized Epic Hardtail has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Sizes
There are 5 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.