2022 Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD vs 2024 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp
The XS is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp size closest to your XS (27.5") Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp
Compared with the Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD in XS (27.5"), the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp in XS places the top of the head tube 25 mm higher and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 9 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +25 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +9 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +7 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD, XS (27.5")Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD XS (27.5") | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 380 | 385mm | +5 mm |
| Stack | 569 | 594mm | +25 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.0 | 68.5° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.1 | 74° | +0.9° |
| Effective top tube | 553 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 423 | 430mm | +7 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1055 | 1064mm | +9 mm |
| BB drop | 45 | 63mm | +18 mm |
| BB height | 308 | 309mm | +1 mm |
| Standover | 715 | 732mm | +17 mm |
| Seat tube length | 330 | 367mm | +37 mm |
| Head tube length | 90 | 95mm | +5 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 486mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp minus the Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD. Full charts: 2022 Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD, 2024 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Cannondale F-Si Hi-MODSpecialized Epic Hardtail Comp
Each bike is ranked against the other XC bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Cannondale F-Si Hi-MODHi-MOD 1 | Specialized Epic Hardtail CompHardtail Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Cannondale F-Si | not listed |
| Fork | Cannondale Ocho | RockShox SID SL |
| Shifter | Shimano XTR M9250 | SRAM GX |
| Derailleur | Shimano XTR | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Cassette | Shimano XT | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Chain | Shimano XT | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Crankset | Cannondale HollowGram | SRAM X1000 Eagle |
| Chainring | Cannondale OPI SpideRing | not listed |
| Wheelset | Cannondale HollowGram 25 | not listed |
| Tire | Schwalbe Racing Ray EVO, Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Renegade |
| Brake | Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc | SRAM 2-piston Bronze |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT86 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Cannondale 1 Flat | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Stem | Cannondale 1 | not listed |
| Grips | ESI Chunky | not listed |
| Headset | Cannondale Integrated 1-1/8 to 1.5 | not listed |
| Saddle | Prologo Dimension NDR | Specialized Power Sport |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
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