Is specialized same as S-works?
Conversion of specialized “regular” bikes into “S-works” bikes. One interesting thing about bikes is that they can be converted into another specialized form when worked on. Working on a regular specialized bike can improve its design in order to meet rider’s goal for better performance, quality and durability.
How much does a specialized epic cost?
Priced at an eye watering US$11,525 / AU$19,000, the Epic S-Works features an expectedly impressive spec list. It offers a carbon lay-up exclusive to the S-Works level, with a RockShox SID SL Ultimate Brain fork on the front.
Where are Specialized S-works bikes made?
Taiwan
If you look at a sticker on the frame it proudly says ‘hand-made in Taiwan’ as a badge of honour. And the frame is handmade, with the number of pieces of carbon used to construct a frame rising from 350 on the SL5 to 500 for the SL6.
Why is it called S works?
It originally comes from spesh paying homage (or coping) lockhead martin’s skunk works where they design and manufacture there top secret aircraft. Spesh took the skunk works name and called there small manufacturing department in morgan hill ‘s-works’.
How can you tell a fake Specialized bike?
Counterfeit frames lack a serial number on the bottom of the frame or have a sequence starting with letters, like “GK.” Many fake Venge or Tarmac frames have the serial number WSBC604292544K.
What kind of bike is the Specialized Epic?
XC bikes
The Epic has to be one of the best known XC bikes on the market, competing with the likes of the Scott Spark, Cannondale Scalpel and Trek Top Fuel. For nearly 20 years, the Epic has forged its own furrow, employing its Brain suspension technology to tread the line between hardtail efficiency and full-suspension speed.
What kind of bike is a Specialized Epic?
One of the best-known XC bikes on the market, the latest Specialized Epic is notable for two reasons. First is the updated geometry, reflecting the changing nature of XC courses, with a longer reach and slacker head angle.
Are specialized bikes made in USA?
Specialized Bikes are made in Morgan Hill, California. All the research that goes into making the Specialized bike is done here. They also do the designing, prototyping, and product development in the same headquarters at Morgan Hill.