Faster than expected: The Epic World Cup stands out as the fastest cross-country race bike in the world, thanks to its unmatched combination of efficiency, control, and lightweight design for light to moderate trails. World champion Christopher Blevins summed it up perfectly: "This bike gives me everything I love about hardtails, along with the control and capabilities of a full-suspension." Building this speed machine required a completely holistic development approach, the invention of a radically new shock absorber, and four decades of experience in off-road racing, resulting in countless victories.