Fork offset for Specialized Epic

[mxjunke]

HI guys. 

I have a 2019 Specialized Epic, xl frame size. I am looking for a new fork and really prefer the Fox suspension over the Rockshox. I am able to get a Fox 34 float factory fit 4 fork, 130mm travel. My biggest concern is the offset is 51mm, unfortunately no 44mm offset available. I am keen to "convert" my Epic towards an Epic Evo spec as my riding has changed slightly recently and I ride marathon distances often but prefer the longer travel and more supple ride of the longer suspension. My question is, will the 130mm work on the Specialized Epic geometry and secondly, will the 51mm offset work? I don't want to make the bike handle like a dog or upset the geometry too much. The current Rockshox I have on is 120mm travel and 51mm offset on loan, before that I had a Rochshox 100mm travel with 41mm offset. The longer travel I feel makes a big difference and the increased stanchion diameter would help with the stiffness as I am around the 100kg mark. 

 

Any advice would be appreciated