At Escapa, we love Cross Country, which is why we’re introducing one of the most anticipated new releases of the season: the Specialized S-Works Epic 9 2027, the lightest, fastest, and most capable competition XC bike ever created. It’s not just another evolution—it’s a statement of intent. A bike built for those who see XC as a constant pursuit of speed, efficiency, and control.
A complete system designed to win
The Epic 9 isn’t just lighter. It’s a fully integrated race system, where the frame, suspension, kinematics, and geometry work as a single unit to transform every watt the rider puts in into forward speed with unprecedented efficiency.
Thanks to a weight reduction of 206 grams, it’s now the world’s lightest full-suspension XC bike, while friction in the suspension system has been reduced by 11%, improving responsiveness and performance on both climbs and technical descents.
S-Works FACT 12m Frame: Stiffness, Lightweight, and Precision
At the heart of the 2027 S-Works Epic 9 is its S-Works FACT 12m carbon frame, optimized for maximum weight savings and stiffness. With 120 mm of travel, progressive XC race geometry, and refined kinematics, the Epic 9 maintains explosive acceleration without sacrificing control on the most technical and demanding sections. Every detail of the frame is designed for pure performance: total integration, optimized wheel clearance, and immediate response with every acceleration.
RockShox Flight Attendant Suspension
The 2027 S-Works Epic 9 features the best suspension on the market with RockShox Flight Attendant, both front and rear:
- Fork: RockShox SID Ultimate Flight Attendant
- Rear shock: RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant
This system analyzes the terrain in real time to automatically adjust the suspension, delivering maximum pedaling efficiency, superior traction, and total control—so the rider can focus on nothing but giving it their all.
Uncompromising Race-Ready Components
To complement a frame of this caliber, the Epic 9 is equipped with a selection of components designed exclusively for victory:
- Drivetrain: SRAM XX Eagle, absolute precision and lightness
- Wheels: Roval World Cup with Dt Swiss 180 hubs—stiffness and instant acceleration
- Total weight: just 9.66 kg (21 lb 4.7 oz) in stock configuration
Each component has been chosen to deliver maximum performance, reliability, and lightness, whether in XCO races or high-level marathons.
