"Specialized Unveils Epic 8: The World's Fastest XC Race Bike"

Specialized has launched the new Epic 8 and Epic 8 EVO bikes, featuring updated designs for top-end XC racing and lightweight trail applications. The new bikes boast custom-tuned shocks and SRAM’s latest Flight Attendant system, replacing the Brain shock technology, and are claimed to be "the fastest XC race bike in the world." With 120mm of travel, updated geometry, and carbon frames, the bikes offer improved efficiency, reduced pedal bob, and enhanced suspension performance. The Epic 8 EVO has morphed into a short-travel trail rig, while the Epic 8 is targeted at XC racing.