What headset does a Specialized Epic (2018 on) use?
The headset fitment standard on a Specialized Epic (2018 on), and how to pick the right part.
This frame's fitment
| Frame | Specialized Epic (2018 on) |
|---|---|
| Headset standard | ZS44 (zero stack, 44 mm) |
| Cup / bearing outside diameter | 44.0 mm cup outside diameter, 43.9 to 43.95 mm head-tube bore |
| Steerer diameter | 28.6 mm (1 1/8 in) |
The Specialized Epic uses a ZS44 upper zero-stack headset, a 34.9 mm dropper seatpost and a 15x110 Boost front thru-axle, with a 12x148 Boost rear.
The Epic is 1x with a SRAM DUB crank, so there is no front derailleur. The bottom bracket is a 73 mm BSA threaded shell, covered on its own page.
The part to buy
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Related fitment pages
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SOURCES: White Industries, ZS44/EC44 headset · Park Tool, Standardized Headset Identification System (SHIS) · BikeRadar, Mountain bike axle standards: the complete guide