Specialized Factory Replacement Steer-Stop Compression Ring Plug This factory replacement integrated headset steer-stop compression ring plug is designed for Specialized frames equipped with the stock steer-stop headset system. It installs directly into the compression ring assembly to ensure proper steering stop function, headset preload, and frame protection. Features & Details Application: Integrated headset steer-stop systems Function: Compression ring plug for steer-stop headset assemblies Compatibility: Works only with stock Specialized steer-stop–equipped headsets OEM replacement: Direct factory-fit component OEM Compatibility2026 S-Works Epic World Cup (Frameset & Complete) S-Works Epic 8 (Frameset, Pro, Expert, Comp, EVO variants) Epic World Cup Pro / Expert Epic 8 Pro / Expert / Comp Epic 8 EVO Pro / Expert / Comp 2025 S-Works Epic World Cup LTD – Forward 50 Collection S-Works Epic World Cup (Frame & Complete) Epic World Cup Pro / Expert Epic 8 Pro / Expert / Comp Epic 8 EVO Expert / Comp 2024 S-Works Epic World Cup (Frameset & Complete) S-Works Epic 8 (Frameset & Complete) Epic World Cup Pro / Expert Epic 8 Pro / Expert / Comp Epic 8 EVO Pro / Comp 2023 S-Works Epic World Cup (Frameset & Complete) Epic World Cup Pro Important Notes Designed only for frames with Specialized’s integrated steer-stop system Not compatible with standard non–steer-stop headsets Ideal for headset service, replacement, or crash damage repair A genuine Specialized OEM headset component essential for maintaining proper steering limits, headset preload, and frame protection on Epic World Cup and Epic 8 platforms.