Specialized S Works Epic Evo Weight
Previously just an epic with a 120mm fork the new evo is lighter 22 5 lb.
Specialized s works epic evo weight. Rather than developing an entirely new frame for the evo specialized added a. S works tarmac sl6 s works venge factor vam 02 disc trek domane 2016 slr cervelo c5 2018 open u p. Specialized fact 11m threaded bb 12x148mm rear spacing 100mm travel fork. The specialized turbo levo bends the rules of biking.
The s works epic evo is the top shelf option at 10 400 with specialized s fact12m carbon frame and a shimano xtr 12 speed drivetrain. Gravel 2016 retired cannondale supersix evo hi mod 2016 miss it very much cervelo s3 2015 cervelo r5 2012 cervelo s2 2011. To understand the tweaks made to the epic you also have to look at the s works epic evo to get the full picture. The specialized epic is a staple in the mountain biking world winning hearts and podiums for many years.
Specialized epic evo expert in satin carbon storm grey specialized frame. 21 5 medium tested epic frame weights including shock hanger axle and bolts. Fox sc 34 performance grip damper 44mm. Created specifically to match both the weight savings and increased capability of the s works epic and s works epic evo the roval control sl rim introduces a completely new offset rim profile that features a 29 millimeter wide internal width and not only increases strength and reduces weight but also improves pinch flat resistance by 22 percent.
The epic expert evo sits in the middle of the evo range. The build of this s works epic evo spares no expense featuring shimano s new 12 speed xtr groupset and brakes a fox factory step cast 34 fork and a hand built roval control sl carbon wheelset. In keeping with other evo models from specialized the epic evo is the shored up version of their standard xc racer. That was the case with specialized s s works epic evo which recently became an n 1 purchase for me.
For 2019 specialized added a new premium spec s works option to the epic evo with 12 speed shimano xtr and upgrades all around to wheels suspension. 2021 specialized epic confirmed weights. Perhaps lesser known is their evo spec which adds longer travel wider bars and a nod towards marathon racing and trail versatility. And now carbon models also feature additional tire clearance to accommodate wider 2 3 inch tires.