The Epic 8 EVO Pro frame set is our downcountry bike for all the (positively) crazy riders chasing KOMs or QOMs on the fastest trails in the world. More powerful, efficient, and lighter than ever before, it impresses with new kinematics and special damper tuning for both uphill and downhill rides. Those who ride this bike conquer singletracks like breakfast and add a pinch of competition's tears. If you want to be the fastest on your singletracks and leave your friends in the dust, then the Epic EVO is the right bike for you. UNHEARD OF PERFORMANCE: With 130 mm of travel in the front and additional specifications, the Epic 8 EVO feels right at home on light to medium singletracks, handling rough sections with ease. You will be overwhelmed by the performance of its progressive geometry, which excels in technical terrain, ensures quick accelerations, and performs efficiently on climbs. The extremely high torsional stiffness of the frame guarantees precise handling. The most powerful 120 mm bike is now even more powerful. UNSHAKEABLE: The new Epic 8 EVO absorbs a full 12% more shock and vibration forces, allowing you to tire less quickly and maintain performance over longer periods. While others are already at their limit, you can effortlessly tackle another round or two. FACTORY DAMPNING TUNING: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team adjusts all dampers to our best mountain bikes with a special tuning. This is also true for the Epic 8 EVO, whose damping characteristics not only enhance performance in downcountry biking but overall riding experience. By perfecting the interplay of damping, leverage ratios, and kinematics, we can create a mountain bike that performs as a cohesive unit better than the sum of its parts. SYMBIOSIS OF HUMAN AND MACHINE: Thanks to the optimized kinematics of the suspension, our Ride Dynamics team has been able to reduce pedal-induced bobbing by 20% – the suspension remains active while riders stay in the optimal position for maximum pedaling efficiency. Among the fully suspended mountain bikes we tested, the Epic 8 is the most efficient when pedaling. LESS IS MORE: And saving has its rewards – at least in the case of the new Epic 8 EVO. It may be lighter, but it also boasts two new features: The SWAT™ Box 4.0 in the downtube provides space for all essentials during a trail-side repair. And the integrated steering limiter ensures that the handlebar doesn't immediately "catch the curve" on the top tube.