Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp 2020 Review
With a frame only weight of 790 grams including paint for a size medium specialized claim it s the.
Specialized epic hardtail comp 2020 review. Specialized claims the s works epic hardtail frame is the lightest production frame in the world weighing in at a scant 775 grams for a size. Expert comp and carbon 29 models are built around our fact 11m carbon frame. I bought the 2020 epic hardtail pro and it is the best xc hardtail i ve ever ridden. The s works frame is 140 grams lighter.
Only available in carbon the latest epic chassis carries up to s works level although those top end models are made from pricier higher modulus fibres. A podium caliber racing machine that doesn t cost a mint. What was the goal of the redesign. The comp combines a stunningly lightweight carbon chassis with a rockshox reba rl fork and plenty of gearing to take on the steepest climbs courtesy of its sram nx eagle 12 speed drivetrain.
Reviews ratings specifications weight price and more for the 2020 specialized epic hardtail comp bike. Specialized epic comp carbon evo frame. All epic s have the same brain 2 0 bump sensing compression valve. The new epic hardtail is insanely light for starters.
For 2020 specialized have given their world cup xc race hardtail the epic a makeover. The new epic ht is the lightest full production hardtail anywhere. I m coming from a 2015 carbon scott scale frame with full xtr. The game changer the epic hardtail sports one of the lightest production frames to date but it s a hell of a lot more than that.
The 2020 epic hardtail has a 68 5 head tube angle which makes descending fast seem way safer and more comfortable and it also has room to fit a 2 4 size tire in the rear. The comp evo is the only alloy framed epic option left too saving 800 over the cheapest carbon version. The specialized epic has to be one of the classic cross country race bikes and for 2020 specialized has given it a complete overhaul to drop the claimed frame weight to less than 800g.