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#21 ·
Those of you that own one. Does it feel like a firm 100mm rear travel bike in the middle or full gulp setting? I ride a hardtail mostly and do long distance bikepacking races. With 120 on the front could this be a daily driver on xc style trails in your opinion? I'm drawn to the simplicity and efficiency, but worry I'll have buyers remorse given all the new XC options that we now have available. Thanks for any thoughts or opinions based on your riding experience with this bike.
 
#22 ·
I have it in between mid and no gulp, feels like a FS in lockout mode and a FS in mid mode on trails.

I cover a lot of distance with the bike and it can really do it all. Like a hardtail on tarmac.

I really love the bike, so simple, so good and just pure fun.

For comparison I have owned most of the Epic’s and Cambers during the last years. And the new Epic 8 also.
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Discussion starter · #24 ·
Build is semi complete now. Just missing a dropper (forgot this is a 30.9 and not a 31.6). Going to test with some Conti Race King tires as well, but overall super capable. Did a little over 100 miles on this setup yesterday with about 8K of vertical and the bike was super comfortable offroad and still quick on the road. Rode some real descents on it over the last few days and the only thing holding it back are the SWorks Pathfinder 42 casings. Already killed one with a massive sidewall cut, but for courses like the upcoming Belgian Waffle Ride San Diego it is absolutely perfect.

This platform just works as a fast gravel bike. Yes I know it is heavier, but over 50 miles I think the reduced fatigue will have a huge impact. My plan is to use this setup for Leadville, just need to decide which tires I want to run. For the large participation events you can still be quicker than 98% of the other riders going downhill even with the Pathfinders.

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#25 ·
For those of you who have some time on the Epic WC how do you think it would be for an endurance bike? I mainly do 12-24 hour solo races, 100 mile plus stuff, and plan on getting into long distance gravel. I currently have a 2023 Epic Evo (not the 8) built up at 23 pounds ready to ride. I love the bike, but think I could get the WC down another pound - pound and a half. I like the idea of the increased efficiency of the WC without having to use my lockout levers & a bit better frame design to use a frame bag for the long self supported days.

My concern is if the WC will be too rough for the long days vs the Evo I currently have. I appreciate any and all thoughts you guys have on the subject.
 
#26 ·
As stated above, have or have been owning all epic version.

I am think for endurance with mid-gulp what be aweome. The bike is light and have crazy good handling. Really enjoy it and the simpleness of it. The Epic 8 with FA are perfect for trail and races but for longer events I think the WC with less battery’s would be a good option.

How much of rough trails with roots and larger rocks do you ride in those races?
 
#27 ·
Hello,
I am about to buy this EPIC WORLD CUP EXPERT version bike,
I have a new FOX 34 STEPCAST KASHIMA fork, with 3-position remote control.
What do you think about replacing the original rockshox brain with my FOX 34?
Would it be a good option? Would I lose benefits?
The idea is to make a positive change, otherwise I prefer to leave it original from the factory.
I still think about replacing the fork because I live 3000 km from any of the official Rockshox services
and doing maintenance would perhaps be a headache. Thank you so much
 
#28 ·
Salespunk said:
Build is semi complete now. Just missing a dropper (forgot this is a 30.9 and not a 31.6). Going to test with some Conti Race King tires as well, but overall super capable. Did a little over 100 miles on this setup yesterday with about 8K of vertical and the bike was super comfortable offroad and still quick on the road. Rode some real descents on it over the last few days and the only thing holding it back are the SWorks Pathfinder 42 casings. Already killed one with a massive sidewall cut, but for courses like the upcoming Belgian Waffle Ride San Diego it is absolutely perfect.

This platform just works as a fast gravel bike. Yes I know it is heavier, but over 50 miles I think the reduced fatigue will have a huge impact. My plan is to use this setup for Leadville, just need to decide which tires I want to run. For the large participation events you can still be quicker than 98% of the other riders going downhill even with the Pathfinders.

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you need that new Ti XC crankset from 5dev, that thing looks so sweet!
 
#29 ·
MHFFOX said:
Hello,
I am about to buy this EPIC WORLD CUP EXPERT version bike,
I have a new FOX 34 STEPCAST KASHIMA fork, with 3-position remote control.
What do you think about replacing the original rockshox brain with my FOX 34?
Would it be a good option? Would I lose benefits?
The idea is to make a positive change, otherwise I prefer to leave it original from the factory.
I still think about replacing the fork because I live 3000 km from any of the official Rockshox services
and doing maintenance would perhaps be a headache. Thank you so much
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I would change it for sure! The brain fork isn’t that good so switch it to a remote lockout fork!
 
#36 ·
Anyone can share experience wit the latest 110 mm SID Ultimate SL Brain fork compared to the outgoing SID Brain Ultimate SL 100 mm version?
Planning a fork upgrade on my Epic 7, not sure to pursue standard remote SID 110 SL or 120, or Brained 110 SL, as where and how I ride the Brains are good and performing as should.

Thanks,

Feri
 
#37 ·
Feri said:
Anyone can share experience wit the latest 110 mm SID Ultimate SL Brain fork compared to the outgoing SID Brain Ultimate SL 100 mm version?
Planning a fork upgrade on my Epic 7, not sure to pursue standard remote SID 110 SL or 120, or Brained 110 SL, as where and how I ride the Brains are good and performing as should.

Thanks,

Feri
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I am interested in how the new brain damper rides. I am thinking about changing the one on my WC that I just ordered to a regular Race Day Charger 2 damper mainly to cut a bit more weight out of the bike. Thoughts ??
 
Discussion starter · #39 ·
mrk23 said:
hi I'm 170 cm can you help me find the correct size I will use epic wc for long distance
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I bought the same size as my Epic Evo. I am 178 cm and ride a large. Currently running a 40 mm stem and 38 cm drop bars. Bike feels great with this setup and my stem length is identical to my flat bar setup as an FYI.
 
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