2026 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro Features
The fastest downcountry bike in the world. Epic 8 EVO is the dressed up, cranked-to-11 expression of the new Epic 8. Spec’d to slay downcountry terrain with its unmatched combo of capability, efficiency, and light weight, Epic 8 EVO’s updated kinematics allow for insanely efficient climbing—while the Ride Dynamics-tuned shock eats up rough terrain on the way down.
If ripping single track at blazing fast speeds and high fiving your friends is your idea of fun, the Epic 8 EVO is the bike for you.
UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet, made even more capable. You’ll be blown away by how Epic 8 EVO’s progressive geometry delivers technical terrain capability alongside fast and efficient climbing and acceleration performance. The absurd lateral and torsional rigidity of the chassis translates to some seriously precision handling, too. With a bump up to 130mm of travel up front to eat up the chunk and a slew of trail-friendly specs, Epic 8 EVO feels right at home on the rough stuff.
WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 EVO absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time. That opens the options for another lap (or 3).
RIDE DYNAMICS TUNED: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8 EVO’s new shock. Our team prescribes the special damping characteristics to holistically elevate the riding experience. By tuning the dampers alongside the chassis’ leverage rates and new kinematics, we’re able to deliver a bike that rides above the sum of its parts.
BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing the kinematics of the suspension, Specialized’s Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient pedal-induced bobbing by 20%, maintaining active suspension for effective bump force management, to ensure you remain in the most efficient pedaling position. It’s the most efficient pedaling suspension bike we’ve ever tested.
FULLY LOADED: All models now feature SWAT 4.0 to carry all your trail essentials, and an integrated steering stop to prevent the ubiquitous top tube scar the first time you crash and your bars spin.
At a Glance
- The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob
- Ride Dynamics tuned FOX Float Factory and 130mm FOX 34 SL Factory fork
- Roval Control carbon wheels excel everywhere from world cup xc races to your favorite weekend trail
- SRAM’s legendary Motive Silver 4-Piston brakes boast major stopping power with a sleek aesthetic
- Ride in confidence with super rugged and dependable XO Eagle AXS Transmission
- SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials
Component Specifications
| Frame | FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, SWAT downtube storage, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel |
| Seat Binder | Specialized Alloy 34.9, Steel Bolt |
| Fork | Fox 34 SL Factory, Grip X Damper, HSC, LSC, LSR adjust, 130mm travel, 44mm offset, 15x110mm |
| Rear Shock | FOX FLOAT Factory, EVOL LV, Ride Dynamics Tuned, 2-position compression adjust, 190x45mm |
| Shift Levers | SRAM AXS POD Controller |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Cassette | SRAM XS 1295, 12 speed, 10-52 |
| Chain | SRAM XO Eagle |
| Crankset | SRAM XO Eagle, DUB, 165/170/175mm, 32T |
| Chain Rings | 32T |
| Bottom Bracket | SRAM DUB Threaded Wide |
| Front Tire | Specialized Purgatory, GRID Casing, T9 Compound, 29x2.4 |
| Rear Tire | Specialized Ground Control, Grid Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35 |
| Inner Tubes | Specialized Turbo Tube |
| Front Brake | SRAM Motive Silver, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor |
| Rear Brake | SRAM Motive Silver, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor |
| Stem | Raceface Turbine R, 50mm, 35mm clamp |
| Handlebars | Roval Control Rise Carbon Handlebar, 780mm wide, 20mm rise, 35mm clamp |
| Grips | Specialized Trail Grips |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Expert, Ti Rails, 143mm/155mm |
| Seatpost | SeatPost: Fox Transfer Factory, 30.9, 1X remote, (SM:120mm, MD: 150mm, L-XL: 180mm) |
2026 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro
| Bike/Frame Size | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack | 600 mm | 601 mm | 613 mm | 632 mm |
| Reach | 415 mm | 445 mm | 470 mm | 495 mm |
| Fork Rake/Offset | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Front Center | 720 mm | 751 mm | 782 mm | 815 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm | 435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1151 mm | 1183 mm | 1214 mm | 1247 mm |
| Bike Standover Height | 761 mm | 766 mm | 775 mm | 779 mm |
| Seat Tube Length | 390 mm | 410 mm | 450 mm | 500 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5° | 75° | 75° | 75° |
| Top Tube Length, Horizontal | 569 mm | 605 mm | 633 mm | 662 mm |
| Head Tube Length | 92 mm | 95 mm | 110 mm | 130 mm |
| Head Tube Angle (low) | 65.4° | 65.4° | 65.4° | 65.4° |
| Head Tube Angle (high) | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° | 65.9° |
| BB Height (low) | 327 mm | 329 mm | 331 mm | 331 mm |
| BB Height (high) | 333 mm | 335 mm | 337 mm | 337 mm |
| BB Drop (low) | 43 mm | 41 mm | 39 mm | 39 mm |
| Trail | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Fork Length, Full | 540 mm | 540 mm | 540 mm | 540 mm |
Size Guide: 2026 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro
