VelopediaBicycle Archive · Specification report

2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert

Velopedia Archive ID 900004346

Overview

Model year2021
BrandSpecialized
ModelEpic Hardtail Expert
Bicycle typeMountain
Archive ID900004346
Original MSRP$4,500.00
ColorsSatin Carbon/spectraflair
SizesXS; S; M; L; XL

Frameset

Frame constructionSpecialized FACT 11m, XC Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm rear spacing, internal cable routing
Frame materialCarbon Fiber
ForkRockShox SID SL BRAIN, Bottom-Adjust Brain damper, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 100mm Travel (XS-80mm Travel)

Drivetrain

ShiftersSRAM X01, trigger, 12-speed
Rear derailleurSram X01 Eagle, 12-speed
CranksetSRAM X1 Eagle, DUB, 32T, XS: 165mm, SM: 170mm, M-XL: 175mm
Bottom bracketSRAM DUB, BSA 73mm, threaded
BB shell width73 mm
CassetteSRAM XG-1275 Eagle, 12-speed, 10-50t
ChainSRAM GX Eagle, 12-speed
Pedals* Weights based on production painted frames as pictured. Actual weights will vary based on colorway, frame size, and component variation. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Brakes

Brakes(F) SRAM Level TL, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc / (R) SRAM Level TL, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc

Cockpit & contact points

HandlebarSpecialized Alloy Minirise, 10mm rise, 750mm, 31.8mm clamp
StemSpecialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
SaddleBody Geometry Power Sport, steel rails
SeatpostSpecialized Alloy, Single Bolt, 30.9mm

Wheels & tires

Hubs(F) DT Swiss 350, 15x110mm spacing, Torque caps, 6-bolt, 28h / (R) DT Swiss 350, Star Ratchet, SRAM XD driver body, 12mm thru-axle, 148mm spacing, 28h
RimsRoval Control Carbon, 25mm internal width, Zero bead hook, Tubeless ready, 28h
SpokesDT Swiss Competition Race
Front tireFast Trak, Control Casing, 29x2.3
Rear tireFast Trak, Control casing, GRIPTON® compound, 60 TPI, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3"

Geometry · XS

Seat tube367 mm
Effective top tube555 mm
Head tube95 mm
Head-tube angle68.5°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1064 mm
Bottom-bracket drop63 mm
Bottom-bracket height309 mm
Reach385 mm
Stack594 mm
Standover height732 mm
Fork offset / rake44 mm
Front center643 mm
Trail101 mm
Fork length / axle-to-crown486 mm
Seatpost length350 mm
Crank length165 mm
Stem length60 mm
Handlebar width750 mm

Geometry · S

Seat tube400 mm
Effective top tube579 mm
Head tube95 mm
Head-tube angle68.5°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1092 mm
Bottom-bracket drop63 mm
Bottom-bracket height309 mm
Reach405 mm
Stack608 mm
Standover height762 mm
Fork offset / rake44 mm
Front center670 mm
Trail101 mm
Fork length / axle-to-crown506 mm
Seatpost length350 mm
Crank length170 mm
Stem length60 mm
Handlebar width750 mm

Geometry · M

Seat tube430 mm
Effective top tube604 mm
Head tube95 mm
Head-tube angle68.5°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1117 mm
Bottom-bracket drop63 mm
Bottom-bracket height309 mm
Reach430 mm
Stack608 mm
Standover height792 mm
Fork offset / rake44 mm
Front center695 mm
Trail101 mm
Fork length / axle-to-crown506 mm
Seatpost length400 mm
Crank length175 mm
Stem length70 mm
Handlebar width750 mm

Geometry · L

Seat tube470 mm
Effective top tube633 mm
Head tube110 mm
Head-tube angle68.5°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1148 mm
Bottom-bracket drop63 mm
Bottom-bracket height309 mm
Reach455 mm
Stack622 mm
Standover height816 mm
Fork offset / rake44 mm
Front center725 mm
Trail101 mm
Fork length / axle-to-crown506 mm
Seatpost length400 mm
Crank length175 mm
Stem length70 mm
Handlebar width750 mm

Geometry · XL

Seat tube520 mm
Effective top tube662 mm
Head tube125 mm
Head-tube angle68.5°
Seat-tube angle74°
Chainstay / rear center430 mm
Wheelbase1178 mm
Bottom-bracket drop63 mm
Bottom-bracket height309 mm
Reach480 mm
Stack636 mm
Standover height847 mm
Fork offset / rake44 mm
Front center755 mm
Trail101 mm
Fork length / axle-to-crown506 mm
Seatpost length400 mm
Crank length175 mm
Stem length70 mm
Handlebar width750 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 26, 2026.