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Specialized has partnered with Brembo to develop high-performance prototype brakes for downhill racing in 2025, marking Brembo's first entry into mountain biking, aiming to enhance braking performance for elite competitions.
A new Specialized gravel bike, featuring the Future Shock for added compliance, was spotted at Unbound Gravel 2025, ridden by pro cyclists Annika Langvad and Geerike Schreurs, hinting at upcoming innovations from the brand.
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.
Remco Evenepoel criticizes the UCI's decision to ban the Specialized 'Head Sock' time trial helmet, calling it "laughable" and warning that it could turn riders against the governing body. The UCI also announced an analysis of its helmet rules in response to the Giro Aerohead II time trial helmet. Evenepoel expressed frustration over the decision and revisited his comments about former teammate Tim Declercq, but later clarified that everything will be forgotten. Specialized expressed disappointment with the UCI ruling, stating that it greatly impacts their riders and teams.
The UCI has announced an investigation into time trial helmet design, banning the 'Head Sock' feature in Specialized's TT5 helmet and expressing concern over the focus on performance rather than safety. This comes after the unveiling of the Giro Aerohead II helmet and the use of radical designs by other brands. Specialized expressed disappointment at the decision, while the UCI plans to review its rules on helmet design and use in competition.
The Specialized Turbo Creo 2 Comp is a gravel e-bike that combines the versatility of a road bike and a mountain bike. With its integrated battery, powerful motor, and chunky tires, it is designed to handle various terrains. The bike features a carbon frame, wireless SRAM drivetrain, dropper post, and Specialized's Future Shock front suspension system. Despite its weight, the Turbo Creo 2 Comp offers a smooth and enjoyable ride, especially with its tubeless setup and lower tire pressure. Overall, it is a high-performance e-bike that caters to both road and gravel enthusiasts.
Specialized and Trek have released new cross-country race bikes that aim to provide the efficiency of a hardtail with the comfort and traction of a full-suspension bike. The Specialized S-Works Epic World Cup features 75mm of rear suspension and offers the feel of a hardtail when pedaling, while the Trek Supercaliber SLR 9.9 XX AXS Gen 2 has 80mm of rear travel and is designed to handle impacts and compressions on XC tracks. Both bikes have been tested and compared, with the Specialized offering a more solid and stable feel, while the Trek provides a sprightly and eager climbing experience.
Specialized has launched a range of electric bikes, including the Turbo Levo and Turbo Tero, which offer a comfortable and natural riding experience. These bikes are designed by a bike company and feature purpose-driven components, calibrated sensors, and well-designed geometry. The Turbo Levo is a mountain bike that allows riders of varying abilities to keep up with stronger partners on uphill climbs, while the Turbo Tero is a versatile bike suitable for commuting, gravel riding, and mountain biking. Specialized's electric bikes are on sale for Black Friday, making them more affordable with prices starting at $2,000.
Yellow Submarine, a children's haircut salon, is set to open its first location on Columbus Avenue. Malka, an Israeli kosher restaurant by chef Eyal Shani, is opening its first U.S. location on West 72nd Street. Sempre Oggi, an Italian restaurant backed by restaurateur Robert Guarino, is planning to open on West 75th Street. Mom's Food Market, a deli and grocery store, has opened on 110th Street. Specialized, the cycling brand, has a new sign up at 430 Columbus, but there are no changes at Hilltop Bicycles, the existing bike shop at that location.
Specialized has been granted a patent for their Under Bottom Bracket (UBB) suspension system, which allows for independent fine-tuning of key ride dynamics components. The patent describes a frame with 172mm of travel and the ability to adjust suspension characteristics for different terrains. The system also allows for field-adjustable suspension and the use of different brake mount designs to tune anti-rise characteristics. The suspension layout may potentially be used in the new Enduro model, which has not been updated in over four years. The patent mentions the possibility of using metal or composite materials for the frame construction.
Specialized has launched the Roubaix SL8, the latest version of its endurance road bike, featuring a brand new Future Shock 3.0 suspension system. The bike has undergone frame design improvements, reduced weight, and increased tire clearance. The Future Shock 3.0 offers 20mm of travel and 30mm of stack height adjustment, with different spec tiers and spring rates available. The Roubaix SL8 models come in various spec options, with the top-tier S-Works model featuring a Sram Red AXS groupset and Roval Terra CLX II wheels. The bike is designed to provide a smoother and more controlled ride, with increased comfort and compliance.
Remco Evenepoel and several other top cyclists are riding the all-new, unreleased Specialized Tarmac SL8 race bike at the World Championships in Glasgow. The bike features improvements in aerodynamics, weight reduction, and compliance. Evenepoel is using the Roval Rapide CLX II wheels, despite the hilly nature of the race circuit, suggesting a significant weight reduction elsewhere in the bike. Other riders, such as Julian Alaphilippe and Peter Sagan, have their own unique setups on the SL8.
Specialized has expanded its P.Series lineup with three new alloy-framed hardtail bikes, catering to both new riders and experienced dirt jumpers. The bikes feature Boost-spaced sliding rear dropouts, adjustable for geared or singlespeed configuration, and are equipped with Specialized Kicker tires for versatile riding. The P1 is a 20" kids bike, the P2 is a 24" bike suitable for growing kids or adults, and the P3 and P4 are designed for dirt jumping with the option to fit a 27.5" wheel. The P4 also has larger wheels front and back, catering to riders who use it as an accessory to their main trail bike.
The author, a self-proclaimed bicycle fanatic, finally tried mountain biking with Specialized's Turbo Levo e-mountain bike and now wants one. The Turbo Levo Comp Alloy, priced at $7,500 (currently on sale for $2,000 less), offers an aluminum frame and components that are more affordable than top-of-the-line models. The addition of a motor provides benefits such as assisting riders with limited physical abilities, making commuting and trail riding easier, and helping beginners navigate challenging terrain. However, the added weight of the motor affects the bike's responsiveness. Despite this, the Turbo Levo offers a high-quality ride.
Specialized has launched a new electric hardtail bike for kids, the Levo SL HT, which uses the same SL 1.2 motor as the full-sized Levo SL. The bike is aimed at helping younger riders keep up with their parents or older companions on longer rides. The bike has a 320 Wh battery and 50 Nm of torque, and is priced at $3,800. Specialized is also donating over 500 kids bikes and helmets to local organizations to support greater access to cycling for all kids.