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The Specialized S-Works Epic 9 Frameset features FACT 12m carbon and Flight Attendant for XC racing
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"What I noticed first is how the suspension just handles itself. I wasn't thinking about it once on the trail. The carbon feels light without feeling fragile, which I appreciated. For an XC race build, I haven't personally come across much that touches it."
The S-Works Epic 9 Frameset improves on the Epic 8's design by shedding 206 grams and reducing suspension friction 11% through refined kinematics and updated Flight Attendant technology. The S-Works FACT 12m is Specialized's highest grade carbon frame, delivering exceptional stiffness-to-weight at 3.49kg with fork included. Rider-First Engineered geometry is tuned independently per frame size, and the flip chip adjusts head angle between 65.9 and 66.3 degrees. The RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate and SID Ultimate fork both run Flight Attendant wireless control, with Solo Air in the rear for a smooth, progressive feel and Debon Air up front for a lighter, more responsive stroke. UDH-compatible dropout, threaded BB, and internal routing designed for wireless drivetrains complete the package.
Building up the Epic 9 and want help dialing in the right spec? Our Gearhead® Experts know this frame inside out. Reach out and we'll help you put together a build that matches how you ride.
Details
- Built for XC racers who want to hand-pick every component on their race setup
- 206 grams lighter than the Epic 8 for a faster, more responsive ride on the trail
- Threaded bottom bracket keeps power transfer consistent and maintenance straightforward
- UDH-compatible dropout works with current and future SRAM drivetrains out of the box
- Flip chip adjusts head angle so you can match the geometry to the course
- SWAT Box 2.0 built into the frame keeps a spare tube and tools within reach
- Item #SCQ1X3M
- Frame Material
- S-Works FACT 12m Carbon
- Wheel Size
- 29in
- Rear Shock
- RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant, Solo Air
- Rear Travel
- 120mm
- Fork
- RockShox SID Ultimate Flight Attendant, Debon Air
- Fork Travel
- 120mm
- Bottom Bracket Type
- threaded
- Cable Routing
- internal
- Brake Type
- disc
- Front Axle
- 15 x 110mm
- Rear Axle
- 12 x 148mm
- Claimed Weight
- 7lb, 11.1oz (3.49kg)
- Activity
- cross-country, trail
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited 2 year (limited lifetime with registration within first 90 days)
Evolution Of The Fastest
Built to Race, Nothing Left Out
The Lightest Yet
At 1,589 grams, the Epic 9 frame is 129 grams lighter than any other full-suspension XC frame on the market. Every wall, every junction, every gram was accounted for
Less Resistance, More Control
Updated pivots and a redesigned link cut friction by 11% throughout the suspension system. Less resistance means the frame reacts faster, holds traction longer, and keeps the rider in control through rough terrain
Three Modes, Any Terrain
Three rear shock settings, each tuned for a different race demand. Wide Open for descents and technical terrain. Magic Middle self-adjusts between pedaling efficiency and active suspension. Sprint-On-Lock for smooth ground and pure power output
Tuned To You
Every size gets its own chainstay length for precise handling. A flip-chip at the bottom bracket lets riders adjust ride height to match their terrain without swapping parts
Made for Riders, By Riders
Since 1974, Specialized has built bikes and gear grounded in rider-first thinking, pushing boundaries to innovate the world of cycling.