Specialized  2013 S-Works Epic Carbon 29 XTR

The full-suspension, carbon fiber, S-Works Epic 29 is the first 29er to win a World Cup event, and the bike Mountain Bike Action magazine describes as the "best bike we've ever ridden". One of two S-Works versions, this model is equipped with Shimano's XTR component group.

Features
• Super-light FACT IS 11m full carbon frame with dedicated 29er geometry, PF30 BB, sealed cartridge bearing pivots and 142mm dropouts delivers the all-around best performing 100mm-travel Competitive XC bike
• Specialized/FOX remote Mini-Brain inertia-valve shock with AUTOSAG, Kashima coating and new 2013 tune to seamlessly transition from efficient pedaling on smooth terrain to fully active on rough terrain
• Custom RockShox SID World Cup 29 fork with Specialized Brain inertia-valve damping has 100mm of air-sprung travel and a carbon steerer tube to create the most efficient and supple cross-country fork available
• Roval Control SL 29 142+ wheelset with carbon rims, OS28 end caps, 142+ spacing, and DT Swiss spokes and internals is insanely stiff, light and durable for greater control and quickness
• S-Works Fast Trak 2.0", 2Bliss ready front tire features dual-compound rubber delivering exceptional speed and traction, while minimizing rotating weight
• Specialized FACT OSBB, PF30, carbon crankset with 38/24 chainrings, is paired with a SRAM spider and rings for ultimate power transfer
• All-new Sip Grip, a lock-on, Aramid infused, half-waffle MTB grip boosts durability, comfort and control
• Shimano XTR brakes are lighter and more powerful than ever; staying cooler and more consistent with the help of Ice Tech rotors and Ti-metal pads
• Shimano XTR Shadow Plus mid-cage, 10-speed rear derailleur is tough, lightweight, and delivers pinpoint shifts
• Shimano XTR 10-speed shifters feature i-spec for direct attachment to brake lever.
• The ultra-lightweight Shimano XTR cassette features the 11-36 gear range for all trail conditions

Specifications

FRAME	FACT 11m carbon front triangle, 29" geometry, FACT IS construction, gussetless TT (S/M), FACT carbon seatstays w/carbon non-drive DO and chainstays, tapered HT, carbon PF30 BB, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 100mm
REAR SHOCK	FOX/Specialized remote Mini-Brain w/ AUTOSAG, Kashima coating, inertia valve, Brain Fade adjust, 187x47mm
FORK	Custom RockShox SID World Cup 29 Brain, inertia valve damper, Solo air spring, tapered carbon crown/steerer, top-mount Brain Fade and rebound adj., QR, 100mm travel
HEADSET	1-1/8 and 1-1/2" threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2" lower, cartridge bearings
STEM	Syntace F109, 6-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp, S: 75mm, M: 90mm, L/XL: 105mm
HANDLEBARS	S-Works XC Carbon flat bar, uni-directional carbon, 680mm wide, 8-degree backsweep, 31.8mm
GRIPS	Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle aramid-infused, S/M: Regular, Others: XL thickness
FRONT BRAKE	Shimano XTR hydraulic disc, post mount, Ti/metal pad, Ice Tech, 160mm rotor
REAR BRAKE	Shimano XTR hydraulic disc, post mount, Ti/metal pad, Ice Tech, 160mm rotor
BRAKE LEVERS	Shimano XTR 985 hydraulic, w/I-Spec clamps
FRONT DERAILLEUR	Shimano XTR M985, E-type for DMD, top-swing, dual-pull
REAR DERAILLEUR	Shimano Shadow Plus XTR, 10-speed, GS mid-cage
SHIFT LEVERS	Shimano XTR, 10-speed, w/ I-Spec clamps
CASSETTE	Shimano XTR M980, 10-speed, 11-36
CHAIN	Shimano XTR 980
CRANKSET	S-Works OS carbon, 10-speed XC double, custom SRAM spider/rings S: 170mm, Others: 175mm
CHAINRINGS
BOTTOM BRACKET	SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearing, sealed cartridge
PEDALS	Resin Test Ride Pedals with toe clips, CEN std.
RIMS	Roval Control SL 29, carbon disc, 28mm wide, 32h
FRONT HUB	Roval Control SL 29, carbon/alloy OS 28 end caps, QR, 32h
REAR HUB	Roval Control SL 29 142+, DT Swiss Star Ratchet, 12mm thru-axle, 32h
SPOKES	DT Swiss Revolution 2.0/1.5/2.0mm stainless, DT Aerolite, bladed, painted
FRONT TIRE	S-Works Fast Trak, 2Bliss Ready, 120 TPI, aramid bead, 29x2.0"
REAR TIRE	S-Works Fast Trak, 2Bliss Ready, 120 TPI, aramid bead, 29x2.0"
INNER TUBES	Ultralight presta
SADDLE	Body Geometry Phenom Expert, hollow TI rails, 143mm
SEATPOST	Specialized carbon, one bolt, 30.9mm, 400mm height
SEAT BINDER	Specialized 7050 hard anodized alloy, 36.9mm, single bolt
NOTES	Protective clear coat, derailleur hanger, owners manual

Geometry

Size	Small	Medium	Large	X-Large
Seat Tube Length - Center to Top	394mm	424mm	463mm	520mm
Top Tube Length (Horizontal)	554mm	589mm	615mm	641mm
Top Tube Length (Actual)	527mm	559mm	584mm	607mm
Chainstay Length	448mm	448mm	448mm	448mm
Bottom Bracket Height - Low Setting	331mm	331mm	331mm	331mm
Seat Tube Angle (Actual) - Low Setting	69.5°	69.5°	70°	70°
Seat Tube Angle (Effective) - Low Setting	74°	74°	74°	74°
Head Tube Angle - Low Setting	70.5°	70.5°	70.5°	70.5°
Wheel Base	1075mm	1109mm	1136mm	1163mm
Standover Height	755mm	766mm	775mm	790mm
Head Tube Height	90mm	110mm	120mm	140mm
Handlebar Width	680mm	680mm	680mm	680mm
Stem Length	75mm	90mm	105mm	105mm
Crank Length	170mm	175mm	175mm	175mm
Seatpost Length	400mm	400mm	400mm	400mm
Stack	586mm	605mm	614mm	633mm
Reach	386mm	415mm	438mm	458mm
Ground-Top	917mm	936mm	945mm	964mm