The sram xo1 drivetrain is light and reliable, with the sworks fast trak tyre up front being joined by the specialized renegade control at the rear. Page 16 specialized bicycle components 15 concord circle, morgan hill, ca 95037 408 779. So, is the brain shock a bandaid, or this a genuine performancebooster. Lightweight, accelerates quickly, great braking power. Considerations when deciding which specialized mountain bikes for men to buy. The 20 epics are improved once again so we are excited to try them. It was not my intention to buy this bike when i visited my specialized dealer in the spring of 2010.
Specialized xc low rise bar, 7050 butted alloy, 31. The specialized derailleur guard is available separately through your local specialized dealer. Stock tires are not great for regular trail riding. List a bike that you want to sell or trade for free. Its a fun bike and a light build that will devour most trails in the uk but the geometry isnt set up for going fast or getting really rowdy.
Theres also new pedals from uk brand calder technology plus more tools from sks and specialized. If you miss a jump, ditch your bike in mid crash, dump or launch your bike without you on it, inspect yourself for injury, then carefully inspect your bicycle for damage. Epic fsr m5 alloy, fully manipulated frame w new larger diameterstiffer ore dttt, hollow alloy shock link, sealed cartridge bearings, 100mm travel. Review specialized camber 29 mountain bike action magazine. Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2012 specialized epic comp 29 bike. I never hesitate to recommend bicycle blue book when someone asks me a good choice. Specialized 26 in mountain bikes for sale in stock ebay. The epic expert is not only ready to shine in races, but its also ready to put your closest buddies in the pain cave on the weekends. Continuing the momentum generated from the classic, the new u. Medium 2017 specialized epic expert carbon fibre frame with roval carbon 29 wheels with upgraded fox factory 34 120mm kashima coat forks with remote lockout. Find used specialized bikes for sale with a large selection of new and used bicycles at local bike trader. Painter as he gives you the rundown of the 20 specialized epic on ridegeline trail in castle rock, co. Specialized recommends that you conduct a thorough inspection before each ride. Get the best deals on specialized 26 in mountain bikes when you shop the largest online selection at.
Here is a bike that bridges the two needs of climbing fast and descending with confidence. The sworks xtr di2 has a shimano xtr di2 11speed shifter. Fsr epic, fsr camber, fsr myka, fsr safire, fsr stumpjumper, fsr enduro, fsr status, fsr demo. I just received my 2016 specialized dolce elite and i just wanted to thank you for a great transaction. This put us right at 25percent sag, which was a good starting point, but we did put additional air in after a couple of rides. A specialized epic is a fine place to sit when the intention is a high rate of speed xc style. Get the best deals on specialized 26 in mountain bikes when you shop the. Specialized wanted to build a bike that would have a lockout that worked without needing a remote or lever to actuate it.
Specialized mountain bikes for men for sale in stock ebay. Buy a huge range of new and used specialized dual suspension mountain bikes, from. Get the best deals on specialized 29 inch bikes when you shop the largest online selection at. Specialized barends broken left side fixed with electrical tape. I do really like downhill but overall id like something i can do a little bit of everything with.
Apr 09, 2018 it actually feels slightly more stable than many of the other specialized bikes weve tested, including the epic and stumpjumper models. Specialized mountain bikes make it a breeze to navigate steep hills, head downhill with speed and control, or simply enjoy a smooth, comfortable ride over whatever rugged terrain comes your way. We wished it took a leaf from the evo book to add a touch more stability and boost confidence on the. Specialized designed autosag to take the guesswork out of setting the air pressure on your shock. I wanted a more allmountain set up and bought a different bike from a. Specialized phenom, hollow crmo rails, thin foam, sm. The guard works with solid or qr axle types and is compatible with all mountain bike models using the 00 006 endurodemo derailleur hanger. Can be tough to keep the front end down when climbing steep hills. With 29inch wheels, carbon fiber frame, and brain inertia valve damping technology in the both the fox specialized shock and custom rockshox sid fork, the epic expert carbon 29 has the speed to tame any cross country terrain. Ive been riding the 2012 specialized epic and have been setting prs on both climbs and descents. Specialized2018epicexpert29erfullsuspensionmountain. Theyre more technical, steeper, and simply more challenging to ride. The epic was introduced by specialized in early 2000 with what seemed to be a very novel conceptlets put a brain on this bike. Read its strength, weaknesses, find deals and pricing mtbr.
With 29inch wheels, carbon fiber frame, and brain inertia valve damping technology in the both the foxspecialized shock and custom rockshox sid fork, the epic expert carbon 29 has the speed to tame any cross country terrain. By mccoy on april 9, 2018 unless youve been living under a rock, you know that specialized loves to build mountain bikes. The specialized brand is worldrenowned for its tough, fast mountain bikes which are the choice of competitive cyclists who have won world championships, cape epic races, and gold in the olympics. Super light bike, the big wheels make a huge difference, quick shifting, weight distribution, specialized is an awesome company, the brain in the front and back, good brakes, simplicity, carbon cons. The selection of fullsuspension mountain bikes included in the specialized epic range is suitably diverse, although all models benefit from carbon frames, plenty of compliance and durable components that can withstand the rough and tumble of offroad racing. Oct, 2017 the epic expert is not only ready to shine in races, but its also ready to put your closest buddies in the pain cave on the weekends from specialized. The epic range is specializeds 29 full suspension, cross country mountain bike range designed for anything from cross country trails to top level competition use.
I was looking at a stumpjumper and took a couple models. Review 2018 specialized epic expert mountain bike action. This week weve got a brand new gravel bike in for test and the perfect route on which to take it. Red and white 2011 specialized epic expert carbon 29er, serial. Full fact 11m carbon fiber frame combines stiffness, strength, and light overall weight to deliver an offthehook race bike.
Meanwhile, the new geometry, rockshox brain shock, and 100mm of travel, make the epic the best handling, fastest xc rig youve been on. Shand have sent in their new stooshie and a new book of the great north trail has also been dropped in from cycling uk, time to plan a spring adventure. The most exciting thing about our 2018 epic expert is the brain 2. Specialized stumpjumper fsr expert full suspension mountain bike. If you are new to the sport, a hardtail model with front suspension is a good place to start. Specialized is best known for its iconic stumpjumper and rockhopper models, but those are far from the. Slx shifters are a waste of time, so is the sram 1050 cassette. Paint chips out of the box, specialized reds paint its said to be fragile and i can tell its true,warranty requested. The womens specialized stumpjumper in the comp alloy form is the cheapest bike in the range, coming in both 27. It has been upgraded with custom built chris king wheelset. Specialized waffle lock on grip sm specialized thick lock on grip lxl saddle. The epic frame is compatible only with single crown forks that have travel of 3. From flowy singletrack to adrenaline pumping downhill specialized have their mountain bike range dialled to give you the perfect ride.
The epic series of bicycles are crosscountry bikes that are made for both mountain trials and the long rides in triathlon competitions, which are. Read its strength, weaknesses, find deals and pricing. Specialized epic expert carbon 29 20 specifications. View and download specialized fsr owners manual online. Apr 17, 2018 sam gazes 2018 sworks epic world cup gmbn pro bikes duration. This is an awesome bike and, and top of the line in its day. Our custom rockshox sid fork with brain features a topadjust brain fade, and a. An integrated approach to the design of all its critical components, along with an enhanced afr inertia rear shock and specialized fox shox mini brain damper, will no doubt make a full suspension convert out. Still the jack of all trades we all fell in love with, the new u. The shifters are different for most of the epic models.
For 2014, specialized has taken the epic platform one step further into hard core race with the world cup models, one in s works. This is the fourth bike i have bought from your company and every transaction has been excellent and every bike has been as good or better than described. Specialized bicycles for sale local bicycle trader. Specialized safire expert womens xc full suspension user. The camber is quick and nimble enough without being twitchy. Specialized dual suspension mountain bikes for sale. Price reduced selling my excellent condition specialized epic expert 08. It sounded crazy, but the idea was actually quite simple.
White grips get dirty quick, chain brakes easily, the seat post clamp wears down and breaks easily. With a xc world championship to its name and complete bike weights as low as 21. Specialized tricross singlecross cyclocross bike user. Specialized epic expert carbon world cup posted by grannygear on july 19th, 20 08. Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2015 specialized epic expert carbon 29 bike. Do not grease the inside surface of the carbon seat tube. Specialized epic expert carbon world cup for this bike you get the brand new fact is 10m carbon frame, which is equipped with m5 seat stays and geometry which is designed to lead the market. Price,but you get what you pay for and the expert is still the best bank for the buck epic. Specialized mountain bikes come in a wide variety of full suspension and hardtail models, making it easy to find the bike that suits your unique riding. Depending on your level of ability and preferred terrain, there are many models to choose from in order to ensure the right choice. Eriks bike, board and ski is a full service bike shop, ski shop and snowboard shop. Fox specialized remote minibrain wnew 2012 tune, inertia valve, w brain fade adjust, 187x47mm, 29er hose length fork rockshox reba rl 29, tapered alloy steerer, lo and reb adj. Super light bike, the big wheels make a huge difference, quick shifting, weight distribution, specialized is an awesome company, the brain in the front and back, good brakes, simplicity, carbon. The epic hardtail is frame designer peter denks first frame since he moved from cannondale to specialized two years ago.