Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2011 Specialized Epic Expert Carbon 29er
Value Guide market data · 2011 Specialized Epic Expert Carbon 29er
12-month trend
— %
Direction and magnitude, not judgment
vs. category average
31%
Holds value better than category avg
Price over time - 2011 Specialized Epic Expert Carbon 29er
Values based on actual sales data. Enter your bike's specifics to get a precise valuation.
All Epic model years
2026$6,324 - $7,344▼ 31% vs. 2011
2025$8,370 - $9,720▼ 9% vs. 2011
2024$6,510 - $7,560▼ 29% vs. 2011
2023$10,230 - $11,880▲ 11% vs. 2011
2022$7,998 - $9,288▼ 13% vs. 2011
2021$7,905 - $9,180▼ 14% vs. 2011
2020$10,249 - $11,902▲ 11% vs. 2011
2019$9,319 - $10,822▲ 1% vs. 2011
2018$9,300 - $10,800▲ 1% vs. 2011
2017$9,765 - $11,340▲ 6% vs. 2011
2016$10,695 - $12,420▲ 16% vs. 2011
2015$11,160 - $12,960▲ 21% vs. 2011
2014$9,765 - $11,340▲ 6% vs. 2011
2013$9,300 - $10,800▲ 1% vs. 2011
2012$9,765 - $11,340▲ 6% vs. 2011
2011$9,207 - $10,692Currently viewing
2010$8,184 - $9,504▼ 11% vs. 2011
2009$8,184 - $9,504▼ 11% vs. 2011
2008$6,417 - $7,452▼ 30% vs. 2011
2007$6,045 - $7,020▼ 34% vs. 2011
2006$6,603 - $7,668▼ 28% vs. 2011
2005$3,534 - $4,104▼ 62% vs. 2011
2004$3,534 - $4,104▼ 62% vs. 2011
2003$3,227 - $3,748▼ 65% vs. 20112011 Epic Expert Carbon 29er lineup
Overview
About this bike
2011 Specialized Epic Expert Carbon 29er value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- FRAME
- FACT 9m carbon front triangle, 29"" geometry, FACT IS construction, gussetless TT S/M, M5 aluminum chainstays & seatstays, tapered HT, carbon PF-30 BB, 142mm drop-outs, sealed cartridge bearing pivots, replaceable derailleur hanger, 100mm travel
- REAR SHOCK
- Fox/Specialized remote Mini-Brain, inertia valve, w/ Brain Fade adjust, 187x47mm, 29er hose length
- FORK
- Custom RockShox Reba 29 w/Brain, inertia valve damper, air spring, tapered alloy steerer, Brain Fade and rebound adj., QR, 100mm travel
- Frame Tubing Material
- Specialized FSR FACT 9M-carbon w/M5-aluminum rear triangle
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- 2011 Specialized Epic Expert Carbon 29er
- FRONT DERAILLEUR
- SRAM X.7, 10-speed, S3 direct mount for DMD, bottom pull
- REAR DERAILLEUR
- SRAM X.0, 10-speed, mid cage
- SHIFT LEVERS
- SRAM X.9, 10-speed, aluminum trigger
- CASSETTE
- Shimano HG81, 10-speed, 11-36t
- CHAIN
- KMC X10, 10-speed, w/ reuseable Missing Link, nickel plates
- CRANKSET
- Custom SRAM Carbon S-2200, 10-speed XC double for 29er, PF-30, removeable spider, S: 170mm, others: 175mm
- CHAINRINGS
- 38A x 24A, 4-bolt, 104/64mm
- BOTTOM BRACKET
- SRAM PF-30, OS press-in bearing, sealed cartridge
- Shifters
- SRAM X9
Brakes
- FRONT BRAKE
- Custom Avid Elixir CR SL, hydraulic disc, tool-less pad contact & reach adj., alloy backed semi-metallic pads, stainless hardware, S/M: 160mm, L/XL: 185mm rotor
- REAR BRAKE
- Custom Avid Elixir CR SL, hydraulic disc, tool-less pad contact & reach adj., alloy backed semi-metallic pads, stainless hardware, 160mm rotor
- BRAKE LEVERS
- Custom Avid Elixir CR SL, hydraulic disc, tool-less adj. reach and pad contact, alloy lever blade
- Brakes
- Avid Elixir CR SL disc, 6-inch rotors
Cockpit
- HEADSET
- 1-1/8"" and 1-1/2"" Threadless, Campy style upper with 1.5"" lower, cartridge bearings
- SEAT BINDER
- 36.9mm clamp ID, 7050 hard annodized alloy collar w/ QR, for carbon frame
- SEATPOST
- 2014 butted alloy, single bolt setback, 30.9mm, 400mm
- STEM
- Specialized XC, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 31.8mm clamp, adjustable rise
- HANDLEBARS
- Specialized XC flat bar, 2014 butted alloy, 680mm wide, 8 degree back sweep, 31.8mm
- GRIPS
- Specialized lock-on, S/M: Grappler, Other: Rocca
- SADDLE
- Specialized BG Phenom Comp, hollow Cr-Mo rails, 143mm width
- Handlebar
- Specialized XC
Wheels & Tires
- RIMS
- Custom DT Swiss X450SL, 29"" rim, 24mm w/ eyelets, 32h
- FRONT HUB
- Specialized Hi Lo disc, laser-etched logo, OS 28 end caps, sealed cartridge bearing, RWS, 32h
- REAR HUB
- Specialized Hi Lo 142+ disc, laser-etched logo, double sealed cartridge bearing, 32h
- SPOKES
- DT Swiss Competition 1.8/1.6mm stainless
- FRONT TIRE
- S-Works ""The Captain"", 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual compound, 29x2.0""
- REAR TIRE
- S-Works Renegade, 120 TPI, 2Bliss ready aramid bead, dual compound, 29x1.95""
- INNER TUBES
- Ultralight presta valve
- Hubs
- Specialized Hi Lo
- Spoke Brand
- DT Swiss Competition 1.8mm/1.6mm stainless-steel
- Tires
- Specialized S-Works tubeless ready, Front: The Captain, 29 x 2.0; Rear: Renegade, 29 x 1.95
Pedals
- PEDALS
- Resin Test Ride Pedals with toe clips, CEN std.
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Suspension service
Confirm fork lowers and rear shock service intervals; ask for the most recent service receipts.
Inspection
Frame pivots & bearings
Cycle the suspension off the bike to feel for play, grit, or noise in pivot bearings.