I recently sent a message to a cycling company telling them I found their use of the word 'epic' as it relates to rides to be pretentious and overused.

I had completely forgotten about it, didn't really expect an answer. I was sort of just poking a stick at them, you know? Like giving your little sister a wet willy.

Imagine my surprise to find a response in my mailbox. It made me think and consider the use of the word from various angles. When I finally formulate my answer I'm sure it will be well reasoned and insightful .

What it comes down to is this- the writer challenged me to come up with a suitable substitute for 'epic'.
I don't think there is one.
To me, 'epic' is subjective.

Is there another word?