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Specialized Epic Suspension Comparo
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Epic 8 S-Works Flight Attendant vs SID 3P vs Epic 7 Brain. My thoughts after riding all three. Epic 8 S-Works frameset for sale! Size large. Ridden 175 miles.
LOTOJA 2024 - Did Silca cost me a podium?
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LOTOJA is the longest USAC sanctioned one day road race in America at 202 miles (325km). I'm a seven time finisher, two time podium finisher, and one time winner.
Roval Control Cockpit
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First look, partial review with weights. Comparison to the S-Works Carbon Mini-rise bar.
Epic 8 S-Works - I accidentally bought a second one.
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Unboxing a second Specialized Epic 8 S-Works. I accidentally bought a second one, no seriously, it was an accident. Miscommunication with my shop. My son is lobbying hard to keep it 😅 You only get one shot at a true unboxing...I messed up the camera angle. Sorry.
Specialized Epic 8 - Unboxing Flight Attendant
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First look at Flight Attendant to upgrade my Epic 8. I should mention that the shock includes a blue decal to make it match the fork if you want. It's in the bottom of the box.
Epic 8 First Dirt
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Quick first ride impressions. What stands out after one ride on the dirt.
Epic 8 S-Works - 3 reasons to build your own
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I just built up a Specialized S-Works Epic 8 frameset. Three reasons to build your own and one reason not to.
Grand Design Solar Flaw
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Furrion 25a MPPT Solar Charge Controller wired backwards from the factory. There are multiple reports of this issue on the Grand Design owners forum. It shouldn't have left the factory like this and should have been caught by the dealership.
heyy do you sell the frame in mechanic ?
The Sram/Rock Shox rep reckons that the Sid Lux fork doesn't need a full replacement for Flight Attendant, only the internal damper needs to be replaced.
Yes, I've covered that in a couple of my videos. The damper and control module can be replaced for $650. This only works for 2024+ SID forks. The SID Luxe shock has to be completely replaced though. The Flight Attendant version is machined differently.
You know you don’t lose watts or speed when you have bobbing in your pedalling. It feels faster but it’s not
You need the Dynaplug racer pro version. It has 3 on the small plugs if you flip the tips around. I don't think silca is as good as advertised. I only trust the first step for real stuff, step 2 is fine for Saturday rides. No sealant has blown me away and silca is easiest to clean off the inside of the tire, so I'll stick with it for now.
Video starts @2:17
What size chainring are you riding? Does the bike accommodate a 28 tooth chainring?
I generally ride a 32T. Sometimes a 34T for short track and sometimes a 30T for marathon events. It will accommodate a 28T.
I have the same frameset witt the 3p remote. Im having an issue with pedal strikes. How much psi are tou running in the fork and shock and whats you weight. Whats the sag at those numbers?
Hello! Can you please share how to order it and what exactly is the specs I need to order
@@jettabing2252 www.sram.com/en/rockshox/collections/flight-attendant Go to this link. Scroll down to the bottom. Click on the button that says "Upgrade today" and follow the prompts from there. It will give you all of the correct part numbers.
Stil i love the epic 7 ! The epic 8...the only good is the sworks.
Hey there, thanks for the video, Can you run a shimano XT 8100 crankset on one of these? Will there be enough space? thanks so much! Tim
You just have to make sure that you have XT8100 that is Boost compatible and buy the matching bottom bracket.
Dude, thanks for sharing. I’m coming off a 2019 Anthem Advanced Pro with three position squid lock remote, a 120mm 34 stepcast with a slacker headset upgrade. I just bought the frame/fork setup like you did. Is flight attendant really worth it? Seems like three position is nice, but cost wise to upgrade seems crazy. How much did you spend buying the flight attendant?
If you want to save money the fork can be upgraded for $650. Shock is $850. So you can move to FA for $1500. Sell your existing shock for around $250 and your upgrade cost is $1250ish.
@@Highway_95 did you come off a Giant like mine or the newer one?
@@mwssspI had a 2016 Anthem Advanced 0 with Rockshox RS-1 fork with a 120mm kit. Two position front and rear. Rode it until 2021. Bought the Epic 7 Pro Feb of 2021.
@@Highway_95 that 2018 Anthem was a game changer over the older one imo. Either way excited for this build. Seems like I’ll be happy with the lockout or flight attendant. You still loving the flight attendant? Heard others saying it sometimes has issues?
I haven't had any issues yet. I think that it's really good. Necessary, maybe not, but really good.
It seems like Flight Attendant has no advantage over Fox Neo.
Fox Neo is for trail/DH, FA is used for XC but also in trail/DH
@@funLad80 False. Neo is advertised for trail, but perfectly doable for XC.
@@svtrader False. Neo is advertised on Fox website as an all-mountain shock. All-mountain. Shock. All-mountain. Shock… Flight Attendant is a full system including fork, shock and power meter/cadence sensor. Fox is working on XC system, that includes fork lockout.
@@funLad80 The rep said it's doable for XC.
fox neo is working only on the shock...
Hi, I have a 2022 Epic 100mm (brain) and a 2023 Epic Evo, should I get rid of both to get the Epic 8? I’m sick of Brain maintenance cost. Thx, Joe
Check my latest video it may help answer some questions. I think that the Epic 8 replaces both of those bikes.
Wow! Looks beautiful! Can't we to see it one the bike and hear your thoughts!
Bro! CMON! the colors on the pre built ones are awesome!
Bro! The colors look like something an old man would put on a Buick.😅
I race for NICA! Which team do you coach? I am on A team
I coach in Idaho.
@@Highway_95 nice
$14k??? Thats criminal!!!
You nailed what you should have done. New sealant for race day
Hindsight is always 20/20
Just bad luck
Really Nice machine! Congratulations! I’m planning To do the same, so I have a question, is possible To use this frameset without the FA but using the handlebar lock control (any) I mean, for the fork of course is possible but what about the shock? As there is no place to insert the cables inside the frame. Thanks!
Yes, I ended up setting up the suspension without Flight Attendant for a few weeks. The top tube has an opening in it to run the cable for the twist-loc that exits right in front of the shock. I'll try to get another video up.
@@Highway_95 thanks, there are 2 opening ? One for the rear brake and another for the lock control cable? I’m curious to see which control lock are you using in Fork and Shock. Waiting for next video!
This is really a bummer because even though the resolution was simple, most people don't have the troubleshooting ability to address an issue like this. They would, most likely, wind up losing their rig for a month+ to have it resolved at a dealer, under warranty. You showed this in your video (good on you!) but it's worth emphasizing to anyone dealing with the same issue...ALWAYS disconnect the solar array from the charge controller BEFORE you work on the connection to the battery. When panels are connected and sending power and the battery connection is interrupted, that could result in permanently frying the charge controller. Glad you got your problem resolved!
Yes, you're exactly right. We had to have a faulty fridge replaced under warranty right after buying our first Grand Design. The dealer had it for over a month, zero communication from them, messages went unanswered. I'm in the process of upgrading the solar and electrical. One of the updates will be a solar disconnect switch so that I don't have to go to the roof to disable the solar panels.
I have epic evo 7 with flight attendant. Is the 8 a major difference if I have the flight attendant already?
I don't have enough time on the Epic Evo to answer that for sure. You wouldn't notice as much difference as I do going from the regular Epic to this bike.
What a great video, thanks. I am building a evo 8 and just like you I decided to to build one with parts i believe are better for the same price or even cheaper. I got the fox factory 34 with the latest grip X and not the grip 2. NOBL wheels and dt swiss hubs, magura trail sl brakes, one up dropper. And just like you I really care about the looks of a bike, and that mold greenish of the pro is horrible, so a white frame matching with a orange kashima fox will look amazing. Thanks again for the great review,
Like your bottle cages. What kind are they? Carbon? Who makes them? Thanks.
Arundel Mandible carbon. I don't have any complaints. I've never lost a bottle. Easy in and out with Purist bottles. Can't comment on other bottle brands. I only own Purist bottles.
Hey, thanks for quick response! Just ordered same cages. I’ll have same frame by next week. Very excited!
Hi, I am going to build exactly same bike in that colour. Could you tell me please how tall are you and what is your inseam? It is Medium size frame right? What stem length are you using? Thank you
I'm 5' 9.75" around 177cm. This is a size Large with a 70mm -6 degree stem. I'm not sure my exact inseam. Around 30-31 inches.
@@Highway_95 thank you very much
as someone that works in a specialized retailer, you couldve just bought the flight attendiant dampers for your fork and shock and have your local bikeshop install it for you? no need to sell the current fork and shock.
@@joshuasimms117 only the fork can be upgraded. The shock has separate machining for the twistloc vs FA control module. Retail on the damper assembly and control module for the fork add to $650, the shock is $850, so $1500 total for the upgrade. Sell the old shock for $300 and end up around $1200 out of pocket. Retail on the FA fork and shock comes to $2450, sell old fork and shock hopefully for around $1000 and end up at $1450 out of pocket and don't have to pay shop for the install or worry that it's done right. Ends up pretty close to a wash...and I'm not paying retail for the FA stuff.
Hmm I love the Sworks colors. 🤷♂️
Looks good, what are those clips on top of the bars?
You're probably seeing my TOGS. Thumb Over Grip. They allow alternative hand positions by hooking your thumb over them. I'm a big fan. For long events like Leadville or Boise Trails Challenge they are lifesavers.
that's the same direction I have been thinking about, from the Epic (7) Pro. however, I don't really race, other than a small race here and there. so, Flight Attendant is not a priority. In my case, I prefer my current suspension/dropper Fox Factory Kashima...Matte Black/Gold
I'll buy the fort and shock??
Message me on insta @stingerwill. As soon as my new stuff gets here I'll be ready to sell.
I def have gone up in level of bike because of color. I love this matte carbon look. I have it on my tarmac.
Ha, yeah, my Tarmac is also bare matte carbon.
Hi, very nice build, trying to biuld the same frame. Could you tell me please what frame size is this and how tall are you? I am in between M and L at 5'9 (178 cm). Thank you
@@funLad80 I'm also 178cm. I ride a Large. I was really tempted to buy a Medium and use a longer stem to get the right reach but keep a shorter wheelbase. I ended up going with a Large since my last Epic is a Large and I was very comfortable on it.
@@Highway_95 many thanks. Are you running 50 mm stem?
70mm, -6 degree.
@@funLad80I currently have 15mm of spacers under the stem. I think that with one more removed position will be perfect and nearly identical to my other Epic. When my new fork comes I'll cut it shorter.
@@Highway_95thank you
I had the same problem on mine Grand Design 2024 17mke thanks for the video