2014 Specialized Epic Marathon Carbon Bike
(discontinued)

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I'm loving it
Rating:
The Good
ride, handling and the fit
The Bad
too early to say, not keen on the colour but does look nicer close uo
Overall Review:

3 rides so far from road to gloopy mud. just changed from the 2012 expert epic and had epics before in 26" wheels. The fit is perfect for me and the handling and power delivery is ideal for the fast xc riding I enjoy. Suspension does seem better than the earlier models - although I had no complaints on those, I always wanted rigid (pedal) feel but with suspension compliance for my old(er) bones. The Epics deliver that fantastically well, super quick, exciting to ride and always rewarding. The Marathon feels stunningly quick. Raced a boy racer in a Nova SR making loads of noise tonight, I recon I accelerated faster...

I am not as young as I was and the Epics have made me faster than I ever was. loving it.

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Specifications

Product
Specialized Epic Marathon Carbon Bike
Model Year
2014
Riding Type
Cross Country
Rider
Unisex
Sizes and Geometry
S
M
L
XL
Wheel Size
29"
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Frame Material Details
FACT 10m Carbon Front Triangle, FACT IS Construction, FACT Carbon Chainstays, M5 Seatstays, Carbon Bottom Bracket
Rear Travel
100mm
Rear Shock
FOX/Specialized Remote Mini-Brain with AUTOSAG, Inertia Valve with Kevlar Hose, Brain Fade Adjust, 205x53mm
Fork
RockShox SID 29 Brain, Inertia Valve Damper, Solo Air Spring, Tapered Alloy Steerer, Top-Mount Brain Fade and Rebound Adjust, 15mm Thru-Axle
Fork Travel
100mm
Head Tube Diameter
Tapered
Headset
1-1/8 and 1-1/2" Threadless, Campy Style Upper with 1-1/2" Lower, Cartridge Bearings
Handlebar
S-Works XC, Flat Bar, Carbon, 700mm Wide, 8° Backsweep, 31.8mm
Stem
Specialized XC, 3D Forged Alloy, 4-Bolt, 6° Rise, 31.8mm Clamp
Grips
Specialized Sip Grip, Light Lock-On, Half-Waffle Aramid-Infused, S/M: Regular, Others: XL Thickness
Brakes
Magura MT6, Hydraulic Disc, Hi Friction Pad, Alloy Caliper, Storm SL Rotor, S/M: 160mm, L/XL: 180mm Front Rotor / 160mm Rear Rotor
Brake Levers
Magura MT6, Carbon Master Cylinder, Alloy Lever Blade, Hollow Lever Pivot, Reach Adjust
Drivetrain
2x
Shifters
SRAM X0, 10-Speed, Trigger
Front Derailleur
Custom SRAM X0, 10-Speed, High Direct-Mount
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X0 Type 2, 10-Speed, Mid Cage
ISCG Tabs
N/A
Chainguide
N/A
Cranks
SRAM Carbon S-2200, 10-Speed XC Double, PF30 Spindle, Removable Spider, Length on Size S: 170mm, Others: 175mm
Chainrings
38A / 24A, 4-Bolt, 104/64mm
Bottom Bracket
SRAM PF30, OS Press-In Bearings, Sealed Cartridge
Pedals
N/A
Chain
SRAM PC 1051, 10-Speed, PowerLink
Cassette
SRAM PG-1050, 10-Speed, 11-36 Tooth
Rims
Roval Control Carbon 29, Carbon Disc, Hookless Bead, 22mm Internal Width, 32 Hole
Hubs
Roval Control Carbon 29, 15mm Thru-Axle, 32 Hole Front // Roval Control Carbon 29 142+, DT Swiss Star Ratchet, 12mm Thru-Axle, 32 Hole Rear
Spokes
DT Swiss Super Comp, 2.0/1.65/1.8 Stainless
Tires
S-Works Fast Trak, 2Bliss Ready, 29"x2.0", Foldable Aramid Bead, 120 TPI Front // Specialized Fast Trak Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29"x2.0", Foldable Aramid Bead, 60 TPI Rear
Saddle
Body Geometry Phenom Expert, Hollow TI Rails, 143mm
Seatpost
Specialized 2014 Butted Alloy, Single Bolt Setback, S/M: 350mm, Others: 400mm
Seatpost Diameter
27.2mm
Seatpost Clamp
Specialized 7050 Hard Anodized Alloy, Single Bolt, 31.8mm
Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions
142+ Dropout x 12mm Thru-Axle
Max. Tire Size
 
Bottle Cage Mounts
Yes
Colors
Gloss Carbon/Keronite
Warranty
Lifetime Frame Subject to Exclusions // 1 Year: Suspension Attachment Points, Suspension Related Equipment (Including Pivot Points, Bushings, Shock Units, Front Suspension Forks, Chain Stays and Seat Stays, Shock Links, Fasteners) // 5 Years: Chain Stays and Seat Stays
Weight
N/A
Miscellaneous
SWAT MTB XC Kit with Bottle Cages, EMT Tool, and Top Cap Chain Tool
Price
$7,250.00
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Free U.S. shipping on orders over $50, except bikes.
There is a $50 destination fee for bikes.
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