Product Description
Think speed! The Epic World Cup is the ultimate XC race bike for smooth to moderately technical tracks. It combines amazing efficiency, top - notch control, and low weight, making it the fastest in its class. World Champ Christopher Blevins sums it up perfectly: it offers everything you'd want from a hardtail, plus the performance of full suspension. This speed demon was created through an integrated development process, a revolutionary shock, and four decades of off - road winning know - how. Our engineering team set new standards in torsional rigidity and BB stiffness to ensure maximum speed through efficient power transfer and precise handling. The double - diamond layout with the shock inside the top - tube and a sophisticated composite layup make this frame a masterpiece. The Specialized Ride Dynamics team invented a game - changing shock technology. The SID Deluxe WCID shock, co - developed with RockShox, gives you the quick response of a hardtail and the control of full suspension, all with easy setup. You can customize it from firm to soft. With 75mm of rear travel, the Epic World Cup performs like a bike with much longer travel. The spring - rate is tuned to handle bumps like a long - travel bike, and the custom Mega Jounce Bumper manages big impacts smoothly. The BRAIN in the fork provides balanced riding with 15mm sag, offering small - bump compliance and a firm pedaling platform. Weighing just 1,765 grams, it out - paces competitors, enabling faster acceleration, efficient climbing, and agile handling. The 180 - gram Roval Control SL seat post is light, stiff, and offers great control. The all - new Control SL seatpost shaves grams for easier climbs, the SID SL BRAIN fork provides 110mm of performance, and the frame features optimized suspension technology for rough descents without lockout switches.
Using the Epic World Cup is a breeze. First, adjust the SID Deluxe WCID shock according to your course and preference. You can set it from firm like a hardtail to soft for more control. For the fork, just let it sag 15mm for a balanced ride. When riding, enjoy the efficient power transfer for fast acceleration and easy climbing. For descents, the bike's suspension will handle the bumps well without you needing to flip any lockout switches. As for maintenance, regularly clean the bike after rides, especially the suspension parts. Check the air pressure in the shock and fork periodically. Make sure to keep the chain lubricated. If you notice any unusual noises or performance issues, take it to a professional bike mechanic. And always wear proper safety gear when riding this high - performance bike.
