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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.
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.