{"product_id":"epic-9-expert-4274033","title":"Epic 9 Expert","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nEpic 9 Expert hits the sharpest price-to-performance balance in the Epic line: the same FACT 11m carbon frame as the Pro and S-Works, with SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission and Roval Control SL V carbon wheels. A serious XC race bike for riders ready to step up from alloy.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Epic 9\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1,589 g frame\u003c\/strong\u003e — the lightest full-suspension XC frame Specialized have ever produced (–206 g vs Epic 8).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e11 % lower suspension friction\u003c\/strong\u003e — refined kinematics deliver more control, traction, and composure at race speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Trio damping\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wide Open \/ Magic Middle \/ Sprint-On-Lock, integrated through the Ride Dynamics system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Geometry-derived geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e — balanced for modern XC courses, optimised for efficiency and control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\"The bike becomes an extension of me. You just let the experience ride itself.\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Christopher Blevins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFACT 11m Carbon frame, Rider-First Engineered, threaded BB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRockShox SID Select+ fork + SIDLuxe Select+ rear shock with TwistLoc remote\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission, 12-speed wireless\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoval Control SL V hookless carbon wheels, 29 mm internal width\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eX-Fusion Manic dropper post + SRAM Motive Bronze 4-piston brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nCarbon Roval wheels and AXS shifting at this price point is rare air. For Mackay riders racing the QLD XC series or putting in big laps at Finch Hatton and the Pioneer Valley, the Expert is the value pick of the carbon Epic 9 family. Sized and fitted in-store by Mackay Cycles.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame:\u003c\/strong\u003e FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, Rider-First Engineered™, threaded BB, 12x148mm UDH compatible rear dropout, internal cable routing, 120mm of travel, Optimized for wireless drivetrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFork:\u003c\/strong\u003e RockShox SID Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, Debon Air, 15x110mm, 44mm offset, 120mm Travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Shock:\u003c\/strong\u003e RockShox SIDLuxe Select+, Ride Dynamics developed 3 position, TwistLoc remote adjust, Solo Air, 190x45mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrankset:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRAM GX Eagle, DUB, SM:165mm, M-XL:170mm, 34T\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Bracket:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRAM DUB Threaded Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRAM GX Eagle Transmission 12-Speed Flattop Chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCassette:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRAM XG-1275 Transmission 12-Speed 10-52t\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Derailleur:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShift Levers:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRAM AXS POD Controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Brake:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear Brake:\u003c\/strong\u003e SRAM Motive Bronze, 4-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Wheel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roval Control SL V, Hookless carbon, 29mm inner width, tubeless ready, DT Swiss 370 hub, Sapim D-Light 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