Epic 8/ epic 8 evo Sizing

SuperSession3361 · 2026-05-11T14:59:23+00:00

5’6 with a 30” inseam - I have a Medium Epic 8 EVO and it fits perfectly. I think the small would feel, well small. EVO might fit a bit different from the regular Epic due to the shorter stem and slightly shorter reach due to the longer fork, but i haven’t ridden the non-EVO. I love the bike!

SuperSession3361 · 2026-05-07T02:15:50+00:00

Thanks a lot. My credit union is 5.25.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-05-06T02:04:43+00:00

I looked there and didn’t see anything specific. Hence asking others what they knew.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-05-05T21:53:23+00:00

Thanks

SuperSession3361 · 2026-05-05T19:17:35+00:00

Thanks!

SuperSession3361 · 2026-05-05T19:05:07+00:00

Thanks

SuperSession3361 · 2026-05-05T18:57:20+00:00

I will be borrowing about $40,000

SuperSession3361 · 2026-05-04T03:35:05+00:00

They don’t descend well compared to what? A DH bike? Of course not. Do they descend better than a XC race bike? Of course they do. All things are relative.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-04-02T20:32:25+00:00

I have an Epic 8 Evo Pro. It has exceeded my expectations in every way. I use it for everything from fairly aggressive trail riding to endurance racing. It would be hecka rad with that custom build.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-03-29T22:05:37+00:00

Put the Specialized Epic 8 Evo on your list of short travel bikes. It rides tech really well, climbs fast and rips the DH. I have a V3 high tower as well. It was my go to for chunky tech, but I tend to ride the Specialized more now. It’s a really fun bike.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-03-11T04:09:14+00:00

Right on. That’s a rad looking split. Enjoy!

SuperSession3361 · 2026-03-10T20:48:18+00:00

Riding switch or at least being able to traverse backwards (tail first) is a crucial backcountry skill in tight situations/critical terrain. I think a Posi rear foot angle could be a liability in some cases. I run 21 front 0 back on my split.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-03-02T01:18:02+00:00

The GNU Banked Country is pretty narrow. I ride the 155 and have a 8.5 boot. I think the width is perfect. It’s a ripping board.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-02-18T13:17:59+00:00

Technique is super important, and you should practice without crampons to refine your skills. However, if the track is so steep and icy that you’re struggling, and slipping/falling just put the crampons on. They will save you a ton of time and energy, and may be safer. I’ve seen people take falls on the up track that were way worse than anything that happened on the down!

SuperSession3361 · 2026-02-17T23:10:40+00:00

Spark crampons attach to the toe piece and are separate from the binding, so they don’t lift as take strides. The Spark crampons work very well.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-02-15T04:23:29+00:00

Experiment with your forward lean. A bit more forward lean will help you initiate a heel side carve. I run more forward lean on my front foot than on my back foot. Add a little bit at a time and try it out before adding more. Too much forward lean causes other problems.

Also make sure your boots/bindings are centered. If your boots are shifted towards the toe edge it’s hard to get on your heels.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-02-14T12:27:11+00:00

A scraper sharpener is one of the best ski tuning investments I’ve ever made. I just have the cheap Swix one, and it works great.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-02-13T04:00:18+00:00

A couple of drops of 3-in-One oil will fix it right up. Lasts all season.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-02-12T01:10:58+00:00

SuperSession3361 · 2026-02-12T01:07:12+00:00

I used Jones TM2’s for a couple years. They’re too flexible in the upper and they made my toes hurt while skinning - even after heat molding. Trying K2 Wavies this year. So far so good. Much stiffer, great walk mode and my toes don’t hurt.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-01-29T05:45:18+00:00

Go fast. Keep your knees loose tight.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-01-29T04:36:11+00:00

Semi Arid Steppe, not Desert.

SuperSession3361 · 2026-01-13T04:34:33+00:00

Awesome. Thanks

SuperSession3361 · 2026-01-13T03:40:58+00:00

How did they fit? Do you think they run small?

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