Specialized Epic 8 Evo Pro Frame

Epic 8 EVO Pro Frameset balances XC efficiency with downcountry capability

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"If I wanted to build a lightweight, trail-capable XC bike that doesn´t shy away from technical singletrack, this is the frame I’d choose. The Epic 8 EVO Pro Frameset delivers that perfect blend of pedaling efficiency and bump-gobbling suspension, with geometry that´s responsive yet composed."

The Epic 8 EVO Pro Frameset sets a new standard for what we expect from a modern downcountry platform. Built from Specialized’s FACT 11m carbon, it blends the lightning-fast reflexes of a pure XC race machine with the confidence and capability to get rowdy when the trail calls for it. Featuring 120mm of rear travel and paired best with a 130mm fork, it’s the kind of platform that blurs lines and maximizes stoke.

Specialized’s Ride Dynamics team tuned the included Fox Float Factory shock specifically for the EVO’s updated kinematics, delivering plush support on rough trails without sacrificing power transfer when hammering climbs. This refined suspension platform absorbs 12% more bump force than the previous generation, keeping fatigue low and control high over long days in the saddle.

With integrated SWAT 4.0 storage, internal cable routing, and an included steering stop to protect the frame, the Epic 8 EVO Pro Frameset is as thoughtful as it is fast. Whether you’re chasing PRs or building your dream trail rocket, it’s the perfect launch point.

Details

• Downcountry carbon frameset built for speed and techy singletrack
• FACT 11m carbon construction with Progressive XC Geometry
• 120mm rear travel paired with FOX Float Factory shock
• Ride Dynamics shock tune optimizes support and small bump sensitivity
• SWAT 4.0 internal downtube storage keeps essentials on hand
• Integrated steering stop protects frame in a crash
• Threaded bottom bracket and UDH-compatible for future drivetrain flexibility
• Ideal for 130mm fork setups
• Item #SCQ1X2Q

Tech Specs

Frame Material

FACT 11m Carbon

Rear Shock

Fox Float Factory

Rear Travel

120mm

Fork Travel

130mm (suggested)

Bottom Bracket Type

BSA

Cable Routing

internal

Brake Type

disc

Seat Collar

34.9mm

Rear Axle

12x148mm

Dropouts

UDH compatible

Claimed Weight

[medium] 2.21kg (4 lb, 14 oz)

Activity

cross country, trail

Manufacturer Warranty

[Specialized-branded frames and forks] limited 2 year (limited lifetime with registration within first 90 days), [Specialized-branded components, suspension, motors & drive systems, equipment, helmets, shoes] limited 2 year, [paint, graphics] limited 2 year