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Specialized says

The legendary Epic has always been the fastest bike from Point A to Point B, and now, it gets you there even faster with less effort. The Marathon features new AFR Shock with Mini Brain and Future Shock E100 fork.

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About this bike

Type	Mountain / XC
Gender/Age	Men
Production years	2009-2010
RRP	£3,425.00
Sizes	S, M, L, XL (Frame size guide)
Colours	Carbon / Silver
Frame type	Full Suspension
Frame material	Carbon & Aluminium
Frame description	FACT 9m carbon front triangle, IS construction, M5 aluminium rear triangle. sealed cartridge bearing pivots, 100mm travel, replaceable derailleur hanger
Gears	27
Fork Travel	100mm
Wheel Size	26"

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Specifications

Braking

Brake Caliper Front	Custom Avid Ultimate SL, alloy backed organic pads, alloy calliper, magnesium lever body w/ carbon blade, SS hardware package, S/M: 160mm, L/XL: 185mm rotor
Brake Caliper Rear	Custom Avid Ultimate SL, alloy backed organic pads, alloy calliper, magnesium lever body w/ carbon blade, SS hardware package, S/M: 140mm, L/XL: 160mm rotor
Brake Levers	Custom Avid Ultimate SL Hydraulic

Drive

Bottom Bracket	Shimano BB-91, OS, press-in bearing
Cassette (Rear Cogs)	Shimano M770 XT, 9-speed, 11-34t
Chain	SRAM PC-971, 9-speed w/Power Link
Chainring(s)	22S x 32A x 44A, 4-bolt, 104/64mm
Crank	Shimano FC-M770 XT, 2pc., S: 170mm, others: 175mm
Pedals	None

Gearing

Derailleur Front	Shimano M770 XT, DMD, top swing, dual pull
Derailleur Rear	SRAM X-0, 9-speed, mid cage
Gears	27
Shifter(s)	SRAM X-0 carbon, trigger

General

Extras	Protective clear coat, derailleur hanger, reflectors, owners manual
Grips	Specialized thin lock on grip (S/M) Specialized Thick lock on grip (L/XL)
Handlebar	Specialized XC low rise 31.8mm bar, 2014 butted alloy, 6 degree up, 8 degree backsweep, 640mm wide
Headset	1-1/8" to 1.5" Threadless, Campy style upper and lower cartridge bearing
Saddle	Specialized Phenom SL, Ti rails, thin foam, S/M: 130mm, L/XL: 143mm
Seat Post	Thomson Elite Setback w/ 12 degree clamp, S/M: 367mm L/XL:410mm
Seat Release / Collar	36.9mm clamp, one bolt for carbon frame/post
Stem	Specialized adjustable rise, 31.8mm clamp, 3D forged w/ CNC finish

Suspension

Fork Travel	100mm
Forks	Specialized Future Shock E100, 100mm travel, Brain Fade, external rebound adj., single sided air spring and damper, carbon 1-1/8" to 1.5" steerer
Rear Shock	Specialized AFR remote Mini, BRAIN Inertia valve w/ BRAIN fade and rebound adj.

Wheels

Hub Front	Specialized Hi Lo disc, CNC flange, sealed cartridge bearing, Oversized end caps, 9mm DT RWS, alloy QR, 28h
Hub Rear	Custom DT Swiss 280S w/ Star Rachet, alloy freehub w/ DT RWS, 10mm alloy QR, 32h
Inner Tubes	Specialized Ultralight 26x2.0", presta
Rims	DT Swiss XR 4.2D, 24mm w/ eyelets, 28/32h
Spokes	DT Swiss Super Comp 2.0/1.7/1.8mm butted stainless, black, alloy nipples
Tire Front	S-Works Fast Trak LK, 26x2.0", 120 TPI, tubeless ready aramid bead, dual compound
Tire Rear	S-Works Fast Trak LK, 26x2.0", 120 TPI, tubeless ready aramid bead, dual compound
Wheel Size	26"

UK warranty

Specialized bicycles carry a lifetime warranty on the frame; this warranty is not extendable to or transferable from the original owner. Front forks, FSR frame stays and all other components are covered by the UK s statutory 2-year warranty. Specialized own branded suspension units carry a 5 year limited warranty; this warranty is void if regular servicing is not carried out.

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