2011 Specialized Epic Comp 29
After months of researching the best 29er bikes under $3000, I found a great deal on CL for a 2011 Specialized Epic Comp 29. In 2011, the Epic Comp 29 was $3000 brand new. This bike was upgraded with Easton Haven wheels (setup tubeless), Continental X King 29 rear tire, XT front and rear derailleurs, FSA 2X10 crank, and FSA bottom bracket. It also has the Specialized BRAIN technology incorporated into both the Fox rear shock and the Rockshox Reba fork. For about half of my initial $3000 budget, I couldn't pass it up! FIRST IMPRESSIONS Just from looking at it, I thought the Epic looked big. The frame size is Large, but I guess the 29" wheels really made it seem tall. Once I got it home, I compared it to my Cannondale Jekyll 900 SL (Medium frame) and found that it really wasn't that much bigger. It is, however, noticeably lighter. Since I just purchased the Epic, I've only had it out once. That one time was enough for me to know that I love this bike. I took