Turn your go-fast dreams into reality! Specialized 2015 Epic Expert Carbon World Cup is the machine to make it happen.
(photo from Flowmountainbike.com) It rocks 95mm of Brain-controlled FSR rear suspension and a 95mm SID fork for unprecedented climbing and confident descending. The state-of-the-art FACT 10M-carbon frame is not only light, it's also super stiff for lightning-fast accelerations and pinpoint handling. Plus, this XC-rocket is equipped with a stellar component package: a full SRAM X01 1x11 drivetrain for flawless, lightning-fast shifting, featherweight Roval Control carbon wheels, and a set of wonderfully powerful Magura MTS disc brakes. And, don't forget about Specialized's grippy tires that keep you hooked up to the trail no matter how hard you rail the turns.
With 29-inch Roval Control Carbon wheels, FACT 10m carbon frame with World Cup Geometry, and Brain inertia valve damping technology in both the FOX/Specialized shock and custom 95mm-travel RockShox SID fork, the Epic Expert Carbon World Cup has the speed to tame any cross-country terrain.
- FACT 10m carbon, 95mm-travel, FSR frame w/ World Cup Geometry for the ultimate XC race machine
- Specialized/FOX Brain shock w/ AUTOSAG knows the difference between smooth and rough terrain
- RockShox SID fork w/ Brain damping and 95mm travel for race-ready XC performance
- Roval Control Carbon 29 wheelset w/ Zero Bead Hook and 142+ spacing for greater control
- 2Bliss Ready S-Works/Control Fast Trak tyre combo for high-traction and fast-rolling speed
- SRAM X01 11-speed, carbon cage rear derailleur for premium shifting performance
- SRAM XX1 11-speed trigger shifters for efficiency and simplicity on the trail
- 11-speed SRAM cassette and drivetrain for ultimate shifting efficiency and simplicity
- Lightweight and compliant Specialized alloy seatpost
CARBON FRAME
WHAT
The FACT IS carbon frame features a concentric shock linkage for
optimal pivot FSR location and suspension movement, two water bottle
mounts with SWAT compatibility, internal cable routing, tapered head
tube, PF 30 bottom bracket, and 142mm rear hub spacing. The World Cup
Epic features 95mm of rear wheel travel, while the standard Epic retains
100mm of suspension.
WHY
It’s all about the fastest ride. The frame is lighter than ever, has
clean lines, better suspension action, and can carry everything you want
right on the frame.
HOW
Our engineers and frame designers spent countless hours refining this
frame to squeeze every bit of performance from the ride, cut every
non-essential gram, and reworked the tube shapes and locations to make
room for the ground breaking SWAT technology.
MINI BRAIN REAR SHOCK WITH XC TUNE
WHAT Externally tunable, trail-sensing rear shock with AUTOSAG, pioneered by Specialized and manufactured by FOX.
WHY
The only shock that knows the difference between rider and trail
induced bumps, the Brain thinks for you and delivers the smoothest, most
efficient ride.
HOW
When a rider encounters bump forces, the Mini Brain’s inertia valve
disengages, allowing oil to flow and the shock to immediately transition
from firm (efficient) to fully active (compliant) suspension settings.
The external Brain Fade dial allows riders to fine tune their
suspension.
SWAT
WHAT
Fully integrated emergency repair kit, featuring storage, water bottle
holder, air canister, and multi-tool. Stage 3 SWAT standard on Epic
Expert and up.
WHY Gives riders the ability to solve any minor mechanical problem on the trail, and eliminates the need to wear a pack.
HOW
SWAT items are strategically integrated into the frame at the water
bottle and organized by location and weight for easy access.
XCP COMMAND POST
WHAT
Designed for specifically for XC racing, the XCP fits 27.2mm seatpost
diameters, features a carbon constructions, and has two ride positions,
with a 35mm drop position.
WHY
Optimised saddle height for XC racing is crucial for maximising output
to the pedals when climbing. However, lowering the saddle height with
the XCP lowers a rider's centre of gravity for improved handling and
control when they need it most—descending technical trails.
HOW
By integrating the proven Command Post IR technology into an XC race
platform designed for bikes with a 27.2 mm seatpost diameter. The carbon
construction saves weight for riders concerned with the added features
of the component, while the ability to actuate and raise or lower the
XCP on the fly gives riders the optimised positions for both climbing
and descending with the ease of a handlebar-mounted lever.
XC RACE GEOMETRY: EPIC VS. EPIC WORLD CUP
WHAT Two uniquely tuned and designed bikes for competitive XC racing and endurance XC racing.
WHY
Riders’ needs vary based on terrain. Epic riders demand a race bike
that can tackle a variety of course conditions. They are looking for a
wide gear range, water carrying capability, and repair item storage.
Epic World Cup riders demand explosive power and tight geometry
necessary to dominate the race circuit. Weight and stiffness are
top-priority for this rider.
HOW
Epic models are built around a double chainring chassis and 100mm
travel. Epic Expert models and above come equipped with SWAT. For riders
looking for the most competition-focused XC race bike, World Cup models
are built with a dedicated single-ring chassis featuring short 439mm
chainstays, more aggressive geometry, and 95mm of travel. World Cup
models are SWAT ready.
HAND-CRAFTED ROVAL WHEELS
WHAT
Ultralight Roval Control SL 29 wheelset with Zero Bead Hook technology
on S-Works models, Roval Control Carbon 29 wheelset on Marathon and
Expert models, and Control 29 alloy wheelset on Elite models.
WHY
Zero Bead Hook technology creates a lightweight and impact resistant
wheel. The lightweight wheels improve climbing performance and
acceleration out of corners.
HOW
Roval engineers designed the lightweight carbon and alloy wheelsets
with a hookless rim that is stronger and stiffer, so the wheels remain
in-true longer, and absorb impact better. Zero Bead Hook simplifies the
rim manufacturing process, resulting in a lighter-weight rim that with
edges more resistant to sharp rocks and rough terrain.
Come in today to see the hottest 2015 Specialized Bikes! We'll even let you take a test ride!
See you soon!
Bicycle Sports
2770 Interstate 10 E
Beaumont, TX 77703
(409) 860-5959
www.bicyclesports.com
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