The Epic 8 EVO Comp 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, it impresses with new kinematics and specialized shock tuning, excelling both uphill and downhill. Those who ride this bike devour single trails for breakfast, leaving competitors in their wake. If you want to be the fastest on your single trails and leave your friends in the dust, then the Epic EVO is the perfect bike for you. UNMATCHED POWER: With 130 mm of travel in the front and additional specifications, the Epic 8 EVO feels right at home on light to moderate single trails, effortlessly handling rough patches. You will be amazed by the performance of its progressive geometry, which shines in technical terrain, allows for quick accelerations, and performs efficiently on climbs. The extremely high torsional stiffness of the frame guarantees precise handling, making it the most powerful 120 mm bike, now even more capable. UNSHAKABLE: The new Epic 8 EVO absorbs 12% more shock and vibration forces, allowing you to fatigue less quickly and maintain performance over longer periods. While others are finished, you can easily tackle one or two more laps. FACTORY TUNED SHOCK: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team custom-tunes all shocks for our top mountain bikes. This includes the Epic 8 EVO, whose damping characteristics enhance not only its downcountry performance but the overall riding experience. By perfecting the interaction of shock, leverage ratios, and kinematics, we create a mountain bike that performs as a cohesive unit, surpassing the sum of its parts. SYNTHESIS OF MAN AND MACHINE: Thanks to the optimized kinematics of the chassis, our Ride Dynamics team has reduced pedal-induced bobbing by a full 20%. The suspension remains active while riders maintain the ideal position for maximum pedaling efficiency. Among the fully suspended mountain bikes we tested, the Epic 8 is the most efficient for pedaling. LESS IS MORE: And savings mean rewards – at least in the case of the new Epic 8 EVO. While it is lighter, it now boasts two new features: the SWAT™ Box 4.0 integrated into the downtube provides space for all essentials during a trail repair. Additionally, the integrated steering stop ensures that the handlebars don’t scrape against the top tube.