Description
Specialized Epic Marathon Carbon Mountain Bike 2014
Searching for the ultimate cross country mountain bike for all day trail riding, weekend’s blasting round the forest or as an outright racing steed? Lightweight, durable and stylish the Specialized Epic Marathon Carbon Mountain Bike could be just what you need. Taking the mountain bike world by storm, Specialized have created the Epic range for those who like to ride the trails hard, whether that be racing or on a muddy, Sunday morning over in the forest with your friends. The Specialized Epic Marathon Carbon uses state of the art FACT IS 10M Carbon Fibre, Silky smooth SRAM groupset and featherweight light, responsive Roval carbon wheels. A very enticing package made even more special with FOX, SID and Specialized suspension and dampening technology, making this one of the most competent cross country mountain bikes on the market.
The FACT IS 10m Carbon Fibre frame has internal cable routing allowing for a clean look and keeping cables mud free and performing at their best for longer. M5 seatstays have long been a trusted and familiar feature on Specialized mountain bikes, providing sensational ride quality and keeping the weight of the frame down.
The Marathon name stems from Specialized’s all day riding credentials. Body Geometry fit components including the sensational Phenom Expert saddle provide supreme comfort for those epic, long days in the saddle.
Upfront and Specialized have invested in a custom RockShox SID fork, which houses Specialized Brain inertia-valve dampening system. This provides the rider with 100mm of air-sprung travel. Combining this with a 15mm thru-axle, it results in the most performance orientated, responsive cross-country fork on the market.
Technology packed, Specialized have worked with Fox, the suspension specialists, to develop the Mini-Brain Interia Valve Shock. Sounds like a part found on a space shuttle? Well it’s just as state of the art. This system, using Specialized’s AUTOSAG package, new, lighter for 2014, providing sublime trail dampening performance, with finger touch, easy to hand, precise adjustment, for whatever terrain you are riding over.
New for 2014, after years of development Specialized has launched the SWAT System, which stands for storage, water, air and tools. Basically a means of carrying all your training or race day essentials, discretely, aerodynamically and efficiently on your bike.
The SWAT System is multi-talented offering mechanical storage, easy to hand water-carrying capabilities, paired together for the ultimate rider support system.
Top of the range SRAM groupset features 10-speed gearing perfect for a multitude of different terrains. Magura provide the brakes, which are incredibly responsive, reliable and give great feedback for the rider.
To finish this sensational cross country bike off Specialized have used Roval 29 inch carbon rims and paired them with durable, lightweight DT Swiss spokes for the ultimate set of fast, stiff wheels.
Available in a range of sizes and a very attractive carbon and keronite colour scheme, so nice in fact you may think twice about getting it dirty!
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Features
- FACT IS 10m carbon frame with M5 seat stays
- RockShox SID fork, which houses Specialized Brain inertia-valve dampening system
- Mini-Brain Interia Valve Shock with AUTOSAG suspension system
- SWAT System combines storage, water, air and tools. Carry all your training or race day essentials, discretely, aerodynamically and efficiently on the frame
- SRAM groupset
- Magura hydraulic disc brakes
- Roval 29 inch carbon hooked rims and paired them with durable, lightweight DT Swiss spokes
- Available in a range of sizes
Specification
| FRAME | FACT 10m carbon front triangle, SWAT EMT tool cradle, 29" geometry, FACT IS construction, FACT carbon chainstays, M5 seatstays, tapered headtube, carbon PF30 BB, full internal shift/brake routing, 142mm dropouts, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 100mm |
| SWAT | SWAT MTB XC Kit w/ bottle cages, EMT Tool, and Top Cap Chain Tool |
| REAR SHOCK | FOX/Specialized remote Mini-Brain w/ AUTOSAG, inertia valve w/ Kevlar hose, Brain Fade adjust, 205x53mm, 100mm travel |
| FORK | Custom RockShox SID 29 Brain, inertia valve damper, Solo Air spring, tapered alloy steerer, top-mount Brain Fade and rebound adj., 15mm thru-axle, 100mm travel |
| HEADSET | 1-1/8 and 1-1/2" threadless, Campy style upper with 1-1/2" lower, cartridge bearings |
| STEM | Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise, 31.8mm clamp |
| HANDLEBARS | S-Works XC, flat bar, carbon, 700mm wide, 8-degree backsweep, 31.8mm |
| GRIPS | Specialized Sip Grip, light lock-on, half-waffle aramid-infused, S/M: regular, Others: XL thickness |
| FRONT BRAKE | Magura MT6, hydraulic disc, Hi Friction pad, alloy calliper, Storm SL rotor, S/M: 160mm, L/XL: 180mm rotor |
| REAR BRAKE | Magura MT6, hydraulic disc, Hi Friction pad, alloy calliper, Storm SL rotor, 160mm rotor |
| FRONT DERAILLEUR | Custom SRAM X0, 10-speed, high direct-mount |
| REAR DERAILLEUR | SRAM X01 Type 2, 10-speed, mid cage |
| SHIFT LEVERS | SRAM X0, 10-speed, trigger |
| CASSETTE | SRAM PG-1050, 10-speed, 11-36 |
| CHAIN | SRAM PC 1051, 10-speed, PowerLink |
| CRANKSET | Custom SRAM carbon S-2200, 10-speed XC double, PF30 spindle, removable spider, S: 170mm, Others: 175mm |
| CHAINRINGS | 38/24, 4-bolt, 104/64mm |
| BOTTOM BRACKET | SRAM PF30, OS press-in bearings, sealed cartridge |
| PEDALS | Resin Test Ride |
| RIMS | Roval Control Carbon 29, carbon disc, hookless bead, 22mm internal width, 32h |
| FRONT HUB | Roval Control Carbon 29, 15mm thru-axle, 32h |
| REAR HUB | Roval Control Carbon 29 142 , DT Swiss Star Ratchet, 12mm thru-axle, 32h |
| SPOKES | DT Swiss Super Comp, 2.0/1.65/1.8 stainless |
| FRONT TYRE | S-Works Fast Trak, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.0", foldable aramid bead, 120 TPI |
| REAR TYRE | Specialized Fast Trak Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.0", foldable aramid bead, 60 TPI |
| SADDLE | Body Geometry Phenom Expert, hollow Ti rails, 143mm |
| SEATPOST | Specialized 2014 butted alloy, single bolt setback, 27.2mm, S: 350mm, Others: 400mm |
| SEAT BINDER | Specialized 7050 hard anodized alloy, single bolt, 31.8mm |
Technical Specification
Built, Checked, Tuned and Tested
All our bikes are fully built, checked, tuned and tested by our Cytech qualified mechanics and then securely packaged, ready for delivery. All you have to do is add the pedals (if included), attach the handlebars to the stem and tighten them following the included detailed instructions or by watching our video and using the provided FREE tools. Visit our Bike Assembly page to see how you assemble your new bike once you receive it.
All bikes collected from our shop, are built, tested and ready to ride. For hassle-free home delivery and bike set-up from a qualified mechanic use our Premier Delivery Service.
Please note, occasionally, manufacturers may change the specification without notice. Bicycles do not come with pedals unless otherwise specified. Bikes ordered for delivery will not arrive with the pedals installed, please refer to the owners manual and pedal installation guides provided for guidance. We do not install accessories to bikes, including mudguards. Bikes ordered for delivery that have tubeless compatible tyres and rims will arrive with inner tubes installed or with tubeless valves installed, this will be brand dependent. Sealant is available to be purchased separately.
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