Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert 2023
2023 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,500$
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 SID
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Groupset X01 Eagle, X1 -
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, XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing
Suspension Fork
RockShox SID SL BRAIN, Bottom-Adjust Brain damper, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 100mm Travel (XS-80mm Travel)
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle, 12-speed
Shift Levers
SRAM X01, trigger, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 12-speed, 10-50t
Crank
SRAM X1 Eagle, DUB, 32T, XS: 165mm, SM: 170mm, M-XL: 175mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, threaded
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Wheels
Front Hub
DT Swiss 350, 15x110mm spacing, Torque caps, 6-bolt, 28h
Rear Hub
DT Swiss 350, Star Ratchet, SRAM XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 28h
Rims
Roval Control Carbon, 25mm internal width, Zero bead hook, Tubeless ready, 28h
Spokes
DT Swiss Competition Race
Tires
Front: Fast Trak, Control Casing, 29x2.3, Rear: Fast Trak, Control casing, GRIPTON® compound, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"
Brakes
Brakes
Front: SRAM Level TL, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, Rear: SRAM Level TL, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc
Cockpit
Stem
Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
Handlebar
Specialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
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 | 643 mm | 670 mm | 695 mm | 725 mm | 755 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 101 mm | 101 mm | 101 mm | 101 mm | 101 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 | 1065 mm | 1093 mm | 1118 mm | 1149 mm | 1179 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 Expert is part of the Specialized Epic Hardtail model. Specialized released 48 bikes variations of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Specialized Epic Hardtail bikes models from 2023, by clicking 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
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want to purchase a solid Crosscountry bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Specialized released this model in 2023, its price was 4500$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry bike cost we notice that the price is 136.22% 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.
Epic Hardtail Expert components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox SID model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Epic Hardtail Expert 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, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Epic Hardtail Expert comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.