Gone are the days when riding a hardtail race bike meant long - lasting pain. Now, the Epic Hardtail Comp combines amazing comfort and high - end capability in an extremely lightweight package, making you eager for your next ride. In the pursuit of the lightest bike, many hardtail XC race bikes sacrificed comfort and versatility, offering a harsh and twitchy ride. But we know the fastest bike isn't just the lightest one. So, we bid farewell to the jarring and uncomfortable hardtails and introduced the Epic Hardtail, which is incredibly capable, amazingly comfortable, and surprisingly light. The Epic Hardtail frame is optimized for performance. It's the lightest production hardtail frame, focusing on both comfort and capability. With aggressive singletrack - inspired geometry, more tire clearance, and a frame designed for better vertical compliance, this bike is all about speed. On the Epic Hardtail Comp, the well - known RockShox SID SL fork takes care of suspension. A complete SRAM Transmission groupset offers accessible high - end performance. The dropper - post friendly FACT 11m carbon frame of the Epic Hardtail changes the game for hardtail bikes. SRAM's Eagle shifting, already a benchmark for affordable high performance, has been further improved. The SID SL fork, with RockShox's Rush RL damper, provides smooth travel, and Debon Air adjustability makes it easy to fine - tune the suspension.
Using your Epic Hardtail Comp is a breeze. Just hop on and start pedaling! The aggressive geometry is great for singletrack riding, so feel free to take on those challenging trails. When adjusting the suspension, use the Debon Air adjustability on the SID SL fork to make it suit your riding style. For shifting, the SRAM Transmission groupset is user - friendly, just use the shifters as you normally would. As for maintenance, regularly check your tires for wear and proper inflation. Clean the bike after each ride, especially the chain and drivetrain. Keep the suspension clean and lubricated, and if you notice any issues with shifting or suspension performance, take it to a professional bike mechanic for a check - up. Also, make sure to store your bike in a dry place to prevent rust and damage.
