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S-Works Epic 9 LTD UL Sram XX SL Eagle AXS 12s Roval Control World Cup
€13,999.00
Lighter, more integrated, and incredibly fast, the new Epic 9 fuses the efficiency of the World Cup with the capability of the Epic 8. Featuring a frame weighing just 1,589g, it is the lightest full-suspension bike ever created to dominate every course, from technical Short Tracks to grueling marathons. The XC revolution is here, and it is unprecedented.
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The new Specialized Epic 9 represents a radical shift in the brand's strategy, unifying the entire XC lineup into a single FACT 12m carbon frame that sets a new category record for lightness (1,589g for the S-Works frameset). The design evolves by merging the sleek aesthetics of the previous World Cup with the 120mm travel of the Epic 8, effectively eliminating the need for a hardtail. The primary innovation lies in the drastic reduction of internal suspension friction, cut by 11%, ensuring consistent smoothness even under high lateral loads.
The kinematics have been refined by lowering the leverage ratio in the sag zone to maximize pedaling support, while maintaining a progressive curve at the end of the stroke to handle the violent impacts of modern XCO tracks. The RockShox Flight Attendant system, featuring a specific Specialized Ride Dynamics tune, electronically manages three positions (Wide Open, Magic Middle, Sprint-on-Lock), analyzing power and terrain data to adapt instantaneously without cables. Regarding integration, the Epic 9 introduces fully internal cable routing through the headset across the entire range and moves away from the internal SWAT compartment in favor of a modular external SWAT system to save precious structural weight. The geometry remains aggressive yet stable, with a 66.4° head tube angle and a slightly higher bottom bracket (adjustable via flip-chip) to improve clearance over obstacles. With the S-Works Ultralight LTD build, the complete bike tips the scales at just 8.5 kg, making the Epic 9 not just a racing tool, but the new technological benchmark for global off-road cycling.
Frame
S-Works FACT 12m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 110mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain
Fork
RockShox SID SL Ultimate, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 110mm Travel
Shock Absorber
RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm
Brakes
TRICKSTUFF Piccola, 2-piston, Carbon lever blade, Ti hardware, 160mm rotor
Controls
SRAM AXS POD ULTIMATE with DISCRETE CLAMP
Rear Derailleur
SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS
Cassette
SRAM CS-1299 10-52t
Chain
SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission 12-Speed Flattop Chain
Crankset
SRAM / XX SL Eagle Crankset, DUB SM:165mm, M-XL:170mm, 34T
Bottom Bracket
CeramicSpeed Alpha, DUB
Tires
Specialized Air Trak, Flex Lite Casing, T5/T7 Compound, 29x2.35
Front wheel
Roval Control World Cup, Mini hooked carbon, 28.5mm inner width, tubeless ready, Roval Control World Cup hub, 6-bolt, DT Swiss ceramic bearings, Roval Carbon spokes w/ Ti end pieces
Rear wheel
Roval Control World Cup, Mini hooked carbon, 28.5mm inner width, tubeless ready, Roval Control World Cup hub, 6-bolt, DT Swiss 180 internals, Roval Carbon spokes w/ Ti end pieces
Inner tubes
Specialized TPU inner tube
Handlebar
Roval Control SL Integrated cockpit, 60mm/70mm X- 6 degree integrated stem, 8-degree backsweep, 2 degree upsweep, 760mm wide
Grips
Supacaz Supalite foam grip, closed end
Saddle
S-Works Power with Mirror
Seat post
Bike Yoke Divine SL, SM:100mm, M-XL:125mm travel, 30.9
Seat clamp
Specialized Alloy 34.9, Titanium Bolt
Notes
Crank length, handlebar size and seat width can be found in the geometries tab.
For customizations, size recommendations or any doubts, please do not hesitate to contact us!
For customizations, size recommendations or any doubts, please do not hesitate to contact us!
