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Cross country courses are nothing like they used to be. Today's tracks have more in common with trail riding than the pancake flat NORBA courses of yesteryear.
Cross country courses are nothing like they used to be. Today's tracks have more in common with trail riding than the pancake flat NORBA courses of yesteryear.
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Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp 29er 2018 Hardtail Mountain Bike - Black/Red

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  • Improperly installed or repaired products (always follow the instruction guides for any product set-up or installation)
  • Modifications to products
  • Stripped pedal threads - a comprehensive guide on the correct installation of pedals is sent out with every bike
  • E-bike batteries and associated componentry

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If a bike needs to be returned due to an incorrect size being ordered, or the item is no longer wanted or ordered in error, then collection can be arranged at a cost of £40.00. If you do not wish to use our collection service then any alternative return method will need to be arranged at your own cost.

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Additional non-returnable items:

· Any products that due to hygiene reasons, cannot be returned. This includes all undergarments (including socks) as well as padded shorts,bibshorts, tights, etc

· Downloadable software products

· Some health and personal care items

· CD/DVD's or software that have been opened

· Any Food or drink products that, upon return, will be within 3 months of the sell-by date

· Gift cards

· Customised bike orders

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Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.

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What do the WEEE regulations mean?

WEEE (The Waste Electrical and electronic Equipment) Directive is UK law that governs the disposal and recycling of all electrical items. The law, introduced in 2014, puts the emphasis on the producers and suppliers of electrical equipment to pay for the collection, treatment and recovery of waste electricals.

As a retailer that sells new Electrical and Electronic products we will take back old items, provided it is a like-for-like replacement when you buy a new product from us. We will then responsibly dispose of the old product ensuring that it doesn’t end up in landfill.

Old products must be returned directly to our shop or head office (details below) within 28 days of your new purchase, clearly marked as WEEE.

Cycle Solutions Head Office
6 Europa way
Fforestfach
Swansea
SA5 4AJ

Disposing of equipment yourself

If you choose not to send your equipment back to us for disposal then you can dispose of any electricals or electronics yourself at your local recycling centre, who will dispose of your equipment via a controlled recycling process.

You can locate your closest collection site by entering your postcode at www.recycle-more.co.uk

What products fall under WEEE Regulations?

As part of the WEEE regulations, all electrical and electronic goods produced after August 2005 that fall under WEEE regulations should be clearly marked with a crossed-out bin symbol which means they should not be included with household waste so that they can be recycled

As a responsible retailer we take all steps possible to ensure that our business meets all requirements of any EU & UK consumer protection laws, particularly the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation & Additional Charges) Regulations 2013 and other legislation specific to the products that we sell.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please contact us at [email protected].

Warranty

Uprise offer a full 18-month warranty on bikes purchased through our online shop, in line with the guidance set out in the Consumer Rights Acts 2015.

In the unfortunate event of your purchase being affected by a warranty-covered fault, please inform us by email ([email protected]).

Please note that our Aftersales Department's operating hours are 08:30AM to 17:30PM Monday to Friday.

Once a warranty claim has been placed, we will review the claim and advise on an appropriate course of action, please do not return your item until you have spoken to an advisor.

Please allow a minimum of 15 working days from receipt of returned item(s) for repair/replacement under warranty. We expect to be able to return the items within a maximum 30 working days, however, specific timescales can change based on the requirements of the individual case.

Most bikes and accessories are covered by a standard manufacturer's warranty but please be aware that there are faults/issues that are NOT covered by your warranty. This includes.

  • Any normal wear and tear from using the product.
  • Improperly installed or repaired products (always follow the instruction guides for any product set-up or installation)
  • Modifications to products
  • Stripped pedal threads - a comprehensive guide on the correct installation of pedals is sent out with every bike.
  • E-bike batteries and associated componentry

Returns

We operate a 365-day return policy so that you can purchase with complete peace of mind.

Once you have spoken to our aftersales department, you may need to return the item, you can arrange this via any courier/delivery service that you choose.

Bikes

Please contact us in advance if you wish to return a bike as Collect+ will not accept large items

If a bike needs to be returned due to an incorrect size being ordered, or the item is no longer wanted or ordered in error, then collection can be arranged at a cost of £40.00. If you do not wish to use our collection service then any alternative return method will need to be arranged at your own cost.

Any Other Returns

Before sending your item back, please download and complete our returns form, completing all relevant sections and including this with your return - if your item is returned without the form included it can take significantly longer to correctly process the item and review the issue..

Returns Form

Item/s must be returned in the original packaging (in a resaleable condition), unused and unopened within 14-days of notification to cancel.

If Collect+ is not being used, then proof of postage will be required as Cycle Solutions is unable to accept liability for loss or damage whilst in transit back to us.


Additional non-returnable items:

Any products that due to hygiene reasons, cannot be returned. This includes all undergarments (including socks) as well as padded shorts, bibshorts, tights, etc

• Downloadable software products

• Some health and personal care items

• CD/DVD's or software that have been opened

• Any Food or drink products that, upon return, will be within 3 months of the sell-by date

• Gift cards

• Customised bike orders

Your refund will be done with 30 days of receipt of returned goods and will not be done until the goods are received and inspected.

Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.

Returning a product under the WEEE Regulations.

What do the WEEE regulations mean?

WEEE (The Waste Electrical and electronic Equipment) Directive is UK law that governs the disposal and recycling of all electrical items. The law, introduced in 2014, puts the emphasis on the producers and suppliers of electrical equipment to pay for the collection, treatment and recovery of waste electricals.

As a retailer that sells new Electrical and Electronic products we will take back old items, provided it is a like-for-like replacement when you buy a new product from us. We will then responsibly dispose of the old product ensuring that it doesn't end up in landfill.

Old products must be returned directly to our shop or head office (details below) within 28 days of your new purchase, clearly marked as WEEE.

Uprise Bikes

6 Europa way

Fforestfach

Swansea

SA5 4AJ

Disposing of equipment yourself

If you choose not to send your equipment back to us for disposal then you can dispose of any electricals or electronics yourself at your local recycling centre, who will dispose of your equipment via a controlled recycling process.

You can locate your closest collection site by entering your postcode at www.recycle-more.co.uk

What products fall under WEEE Regulations?

As part of the WEEE regulations, all electrical and electronic goods produced after August 2005 that fall under WEEE regulations should be clearly marked with a crossed-out bin symbol which means they should not be included with household waste so that they can be recycled

As a responsible retailer we take all steps possible to ensure that our business meets all requirements of any EU & UK consumer protection laws, particularly the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation & Additional Charges) Regulations 2013 and other legislation specific to the products that we sell.

If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please contact us at [email protected].

Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp 29er 2018 Hardtail Mountain Bike - Black/Red

Season:2018

Brand:Specialized

Code:116901

Cross country courses are nothing like they used to be. Today's tracks have more in common with trail riding than the pancake flat NORBA courses of yesteryear. For this reason, we threw away the hardtail rulebook and drafted our own chapter to create the Epic Hardtail Comp. We took a revolutionary new frame design and spec'd it specifically for the rigors of racing contemporary XC courses.

It's one of the lightest frames we've ever made, tipping the scales around 1175g. And to make it this light, we built the entire frame from our superlative FACT 11m carbon fibre, and then we took some cues from our road bikes. We borrowed the Rider-First Engineered™ concept that originated with the Tarmac. Now, the frame design applies specificity to every tube size and carbon layup for every frame size. This creates the optimal balance of rigidity, weight, and responsiveness, so every frame, regardless of size, performs just as we intended.

We've also tweaked the geometry for more speed and stability by slacking-out the head tube angle, lengthening the top tube, and correcting the seat tube angle. This way, it feels more planted then ever, and frankly, it's stupid fast. We also widened the rear spacing to 12x148mm and included internal split-housing cable routing.

For the build, this Epic takes value to new heights with a custom-tuned RockShox Reba RL fork, 1x11 SRAM GX shifting, and fast rolling Roval Control alloy wheels.

  • By pairing a FACT 11m carbon fibre frame with our XC 29 Geometry, this Epic places a focus on revolutionary tube angles and extremely light overall weight for explosive speed and nimble handling on the race circuit. For good measure, we also gave it 148mm rear spacing and all-new triangulated post-mount brake mounts.
  • The RockShox Reba RL 29 fork offers up 90/100mm of smooth travel, while an easily accessible compression and rebound adjusts permit you to customize the feel according to the terrain at hand.
  • One-by 11-speed shifting is provided by a durable SRAM GX component spec.
Technical Information
  • Frame - Specialized FACT 11m, XC Geometry, internal split-housing cable routing, PF30 BB, 12x148mm rear end, triangulated post-mount 160mm brake
  • Forks - RockShox Reba RL 29, Solo Air, 51mm offset, 15x110mm thru-axle (S: 90mm, M-XL: 100mm of travel)
  • Handlebars - Specialized Mini-rise, 6000 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 720mm width, 31.8mm clamp
  • Stem - Specialized XC, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 6-degree rise
  • Shifters - 11 Speed SRAM GX, trigger
  • Rear_Mech - SRAM GX, long cage
  • Chainset - Race Face Aeffect crank, PF30, Steel, 30T
  • Bottom_Bracket - Race Face PF30
  • Chain - KMC X11, 11-speed w/ Missing Link™
  • Cassette - SRAM XG 1150, 11-speed, 10-42t
  • Front_Brake - SRAM Level TL, hydraulic disc, organic pads, 160/180mm rotor
  • Rear_Brake - SRAM Level TL, hydraulic disc, organic pads, 160 rotor
  • Rims - Roval Control 29, hookless alloy, 22mm internal width, tubeless-ready, 32h
  • Front_Hub - Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 15x110mm spacing, 24h
  • Rear_Hub - Specialized, sealed cartridge bearings, 12x148mm thru-axle, 28h
  • Spokes - Stainless, 14g
  • Tyres - Fast Trak, GRIPTON compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29 x 2.3" Front
    Fast Trak, GRIPTON compound, 2Bliss Ready, 29 x 2.1" Rear
  • Seatpost - Specialized, alloy, single bolt, 27.2mm
  • Pedals - Specialized Dirt

  • Sizing Information
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