[slashy]

you can definately fit other chainrings to the XTR crankset (like wolftooth). max chainring you can put on this frame is a 36t round, so you would need to find out how "oval" the 34 chainring is you want to put. i would also check if your crank fits the frame (there is a narrow 162mm Q factor version of this crank, maybe this won't fit).

i would put a dropper on such a frame ;-).

 

[Pejer13]

you can definately fit other chainrings to the XTR crankset (like wolftooth). max chainring you can put on this frame is a 36t round, so you would need to find out how "oval" the 34 chainring is you want to put. i would also check if your crank fits the frame (there is a narrow 162mm Q factor version of this crank, maybe this won't fit).

i would put a dropper on such a frame ;-).

Thanks for the reply!
The manual says a 36t indeed fits the frame.
If you check the US Specialized website and take a look at the Epic Evo Pro. This bike is fitted with the XTR crank with 162mm Q-factor. Both XTR cranks (162mm and 168mm) has the same chainline so it should fit, I suppose.🤷‍♂️

 

[ARider]

I had the 162mm Q XTR on an EVO and it fits fine.

For chain rings/spider I highly recommend the OneUp Switch system; it is light, strong, and super easy to swap rings.
Oh, and the rings are nice as well.

SWITCH - SHIMANO

 

[EdSawyer]

You should be able to hit that weight target no problem. I have a 2018 XL Epic pro I built to 18.3lbs. Recently picked up the XL 2022 Epic Evo s-works frameset in Orange (semi-locally) and will transfer parts over. I think I can get it under 18lbs hopefully... we'll see.

 

[Pejer13]

I had the 162mm Q XTR on an EVO and it fits fine.

For chain rings/spider I highly recommend the OneUp Switch system; it is light, strong, and super easy to swap rings.
Oh, and the rings are nice as well.

SWITCH - SHIMANO

The OneUp system looks nice! Thanks for the tip!

 

[Pejer13]

You should be able to hit that weight target no problem. I have a 2018 XL Epic pro I built to 18.3lbs. Recently picked up the XL 2022 Epic Evo s-works frameset in Orange (semi-locally) and will transfer parts over. I think I can get it under 18lbs hopefully... we'll see.

Wow, that really light! May I ask you what components u used for the 2018 Epic and will be transferred to the new frame?

 

[EdSawyer]

Almost everything will transfer over, even the shock if I wanted to ( I had de-brained the 2018), with a travel limiter, but will probably keep the DPS as it's only maybe 20-30g more.

Wheels: 1170g BTLOS 22mm ID with DT 180 exp hubs and CX-ray spokes
tires: thunder burt liteskin
cockpit: extralite (bars, stem, grips)
trickstuff piccola brakes
Sram 2-piece rotors (center lock) - might switch to Shimano XTR MT-900
darimo t1 loop seatpost and sub-4 seatpost clamp
Tune saddle (Komm-vor)
Sid Ultimate SL 100mm fork
Will probably go to XX1 AXS as it's supposedly no heavier than regular XX1 (which is currently on it)
Xpedo M-force 8 ti pedals
rear shock: X-fusion Microlite RL with Bikeyoke yoke
Plus a few other various bits

-Ed

Wow, that really light! May I ask you what components u used for the 2018 Epic and will be transferred to the new frame?

 

[dapaus]

Hi guys,

I just posted something in the "2021 Epic Evo" thread. Just saw this thread so here's my post again:

I have been reading a lot on this forum and finally made an account.
I've been riding a Specialized Epic Hardtail for 8 years now. Several times a year I go to spain to compete some marathons.
This year I have been suffering with my hardtail (or it's just me getting older). So I decided to build a new (YOLO) bike.
I ordered the S-works Epic Evo frame. The frame should be delivered in december.
Looking to build this with the following components:

• Full XTR m9100 groupset
• Roval Control SL wheelset
• Fox 34 120mm factory stepcast shiny orange
• Darimo seatpost and handlebar
• Tune speedneedle saddle

I don't know about the weight but i'm trying to get to (or under) 9,5kg (20.9lbs)

Somebody knows if it's possible to mount a 34t oval chainring to the XTR m9100 crankset?


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34T oval doesn‘t work. Chain touches chainstay. I tried it with an absolute black chainring.

 

[shredchic]

I managed to look at the Specialized website at just the right time, and pulled the trigger on the S-works frame, in rust! It was the only option left, and although not my first choice, it has grown on me. Now the fun part - putting parts on it. Just a quick q - which Shimano post mount to use for a 180mm brake rotor on the rear? It will have Shimano XT, 4-piston brakes. I assume the native size is 160mm, since that's the minimum size listed. If anyone has the stock s-works build, it should have a 180mm rotor on the rear.

I will post the full build when it's done!

 

[ARider]

I managed to look at the Specialized website at just the right time, and pulled the trigger on the S-works frame, in rust! It was the only option left, and although not my first choice, it has grown on me. Now the fun part - putting parts on it. Just a quick q - which Shimano post mount to use for a 180mm brake rotor on the rear? It will have Shimano XT, 4-piston brakes. I assume the native size is 160mm, since that's the minimum size listed. If anyone has the stock s-works build, it should have a 180mm rotor on the rear.

I will post the full build when it's done!

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SM-MA-F180P/P2 is what you want.

Try to find the Speshy little top chain guide that comes with the Enduro frame. It fits perfectly with an MRP BB->ISCG '05 adapter.

I don't suggest drinking while trying to run the cables through the frame.

 

[EdSawyer]

The orange color is definitely better than the gray color in my opinion.

 

[mfa81]

I will post the full build when it's done!

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The color is much nicer than the website pictures! Good score!

 

[mfa81]

SM-MA-F180P/P2 is what you want.

Try to find the Speshy little top chain guide that comes with the Enduro frame. It fits perfectly with an MRP BB->ISCG '05 adapter.

I don't suggest drinking while trying to run the cables through the frame.

I've been looking for chainguide solutions for the epic evo, looks like this is another good option from MRP, you definitely wouldn't need tab adapter unless you are trying to run a bash guide as well, this assuming it works as they claim seems a good solution! Pretty similar to the oneup solution Santa Cruz has for the new blur.

1x SV for Specialized Epic

Ultralight 1x chainguide specifically for MY21+ Specialized Epic and Epic Evo (full-suspension) bikes.

mrpbike.com

 

[shredchic]

Thanks @ARider !
@mfa81 and @EdSawyer - The orange frame even has a subtle sparkliness:

 

[EdSawyer]

Spectraflair!

 

[k3n!f]

Nice frame! What size is it and have you weighed it?

 

[shredchic]

Nice frame! What size is it and have you weighed it?

It's a Small and it's 4 lbs including the shock.

 

[Pejer13]

34T oval doesn‘t work. Chain touches chainstay. I tried it with an absolute black chainring.

You've tried it with the XTR M9100 or M9120 crankset?
According to specialized the maximum chainring is 36t, this is a round one.

 

[EdSawyer]

my XL is 4.5lb or 1950g. Also including shock.

It's a Small and it's 4 lbs including the shock.

 

[mfa81]

It's a Small and it's 4 lbs including the shock.

How tall? I almost pulled the trigger on a M frame last week from probikesupply but at 5’5” I’m not really sure even though I ride a M hightower v2 now very confortably.


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