The New Specialized Epic 9 Has Arrived at Cadence Cyclery Encinitas
When every climb, sprint, and descent matters, the smallest gains can make the biggest difference. That's exactly where the all-new Specialized Epic 9 comes in.
Now available at Cadence Cyclery Encinitas, the Epic 9 represents over two decades of cross-country racing evolution distilled into one purpose-built machine. Lighter, more efficient, and more capable than any Epic before it, this is a bike designed to disappear beneath you and let your fitness do the talking.
Built to Go Faster
Specialized started with the benchmark-setting Epic platform and asked a simple question: What can we remove, refine, and improve?
The answer is the lightest full-suspension XC race bike Specialized has ever produced.
By shedding 206 grams from the previous generation while refining the suspension kinematics, the Epic 9 delivers an incredibly responsive ride without sacrificing the control modern XC courses demand.
Whether you're lining up for an XC race, chasing marathon miles, or simply looking for the fastest trail bike you've ever ridden, the Epic 9 rewards every pedal stroke.
Efficiency Without Compromise
Cross-country racing has changed.
Today's courses demand bikes that climb efficiently but remain composed through rock gardens, roots, technical descents, and everything in between.
The Epic 9's updated suspension reduces friction by 11%, improving small-bump sensitivity while maintaining the efficient pedaling characteristics riders expect from the Epic platform. The result is a bike that feels incredibly lively under power yet inspires confidence when the trail points downhill.
It's speed without giving up capability.
More Than Just a Race Bike
While the Epic 9 was born on the World Cup circuit, it's just as impressive for riders who simply love covering ground quickly.
Weekend endurance rides, marathon events, local XC races, and big backcountry adventures all benefit from a bike that's exceptionally light, remarkably efficient, and surprisingly capable when the terrain gets rough.
It's the kind of bike that encourages you to take the long route home.
See the Epic 9 at Cadence Cyclery
A bike like this deserves to be seen in person.
Stop by Cadence Cyclery Encinitas to check out the new Specialized Epic 9, talk with our knowledgeable staff, and find the build that's right for your riding goals. Whether you're chasing podiums or personal bests, we're here to help you choose the right bike and get it set up exactly the way you want.
The next evolution of XC speed has officially arrived—and it's ready to ride.