{"id":4470,"date":"2013-10-26T09:19:39","date_gmt":"2013-10-26T07:19:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conradstoltz.com\/?p=4470"},"modified":"2013-12-15T22:02:11","modified_gmt":"2013-12-15T20:02:11","slug":"2014-specialized-sworks-epic-world-cup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conradstoltz.com\/index.php\/2014-specialized-sworks-epic-world-cup\/","title":{"rendered":"2014 Specialized Sworks Epic World Cup"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\"Conrad<\/a><\/p>\n

What a beauty. Just when I wonder how can they possibly improve on a bike, the Specialized enigneers comes up with a sox knocker offer. Herewith the completely redesigned\u00a02014 Specialized Sworks Epic World Cup.<\/p>\n

\"Conrad<\/a><\/p>\n

Caveman in action on 2014 Epic World Cup at XTERRA Worlds in Maui.<\/p>\n

\"Conrad<\/a><\/p>\n

Whats new:<\/p>\n

Awesomer suspension! The front and rear Brain systems are the most finely tuned of all suspension systems I’ve ever ridden. Even better than the “old” Epics. I like plush suspension and platforms (Brains) which unlock with very small impacts. The front and rear do this perfectly in sync. Of course, the blue Brain adjuster knob lets you choose you own settings. Its 95mm travel front and rear- I dont miss the extra 5mm we had on the previous model.<\/p>\n

Specialized website <\/a>for more details.<\/p>\n

New geometry:<\/p>\n

Shorter chain stays, steeper head angle, lower head tube, 1×11 specific,\u00a0 two water bottle cages.<\/p>\n

\"Conrad<\/a><\/p>\n

Squirt lube- lube of champions.<\/p>\n

\"Conrad<\/a><\/p>\n

Did I mention the Mega chain stays! (behind the QX1 34T Qring<\/a> at the height of the tubing is Mega!)\u00a0 Out of the saddle climbing was never my thing, but now it so efficient and fast, I “dance on the pedals” all the time. Squirt chain lube keeps the drive train clean, smooth and just about maintanance free.<\/p>\n

The new geometry is custom made for XC racing and the “Epic World Cup” does not disappoint. With sharper handling, a lively rear end (uphill and down hill) and faster excelleration, this bike is built for the rider who knows his\/her way around the race track.<\/p>\n

If you dont have the stomach for the World Cup handling or the legs for the single chainring, the more traditional geometry Sworks Epic with 2 chain rings is still available.<\/p>\n

Nice, clean internal cabling everywhere. Brakes, gears and Command Post. Looks good but also saves pounds in muddy races- esp with the 1×11.<\/p>\n

SWAT (Storage, Water, Air, Tools) technology:<\/p>\n

\"Conrad<\/a><\/p>\n

Removable storage box for tube, CO2, tire lever and tire plug. Or sandwitches. Clean, quiet and with a low centre of gravity.<\/p>\n

\"Conrad<\/a><\/p>\n

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SWAT EMT tool storage cradle next to the shock mount. Slides in and out of place with a reassuring “click.” Its Caveman proof- I checked.<\/p>\n

Brand new 27.4mm diameter Command Post with 5cm saddle drop (for me, not sure on stock spec) with internal cabling.\"Conrad<\/a><\/p>\n

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Roval Controle wheelset. New, wider rim design (bigger tire volume and more stable sidewalls) with low spoke count 24fr\/28rr, new bearings and yes you guessed it- even lighter wheelset. Carbon, but Caveman proof.<\/p>\n

Specialized Brain inside RockShox fork with sturdy & light thru axle.<\/p>\n

Slippery\/loose, powdery and grassy surfaces here in Maui- put the velcro of XC tires on the front- Specialized 2.3 Ground Control Sworks at 22psi.<\/p>\n

This astonishing bike also comes with build in air conditioner,<\/p>\n

\"Conrad<\/a><\/p>\n

and mini bar stocked with the best beer in Belgium…<\/p>\n

\"Conrad<\/a><\/p>\n

More about this incredible bike soon.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

What a beauty. Just when I wonder how can they possibly improve on a bike, the Specialized enigneers comes up with a sox knocker offer. Herewith the completely redesigned\u00a02014 Specialized Sworks Epic World Cup. Caveman in action on 2014 Epic World Cup at XTERRA Worlds in Maui. Whats new: Awesomer suspension! The front and rear […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[6],"tags":[1455,1460,1749,360,1754,1458,1457,1462,1456,1814,1461,1459],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n