2019 Cannondale Scalpel SE vs 2020 Specialized Epic Comp EVO
The S is the Specialized Epic Comp EVO size closest to your S (27.5") Cannondale Scalpel SE. 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 Comp EVO
Compared with the Cannondale Scalpel SE in S (27.5"), the Specialized Epic Comp EVO in S places the top of the head tube 35 mm higher and 4 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 21 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +35 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +4 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +21 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +12 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Cannondale Scalpel SE, S (27.5")Specialized Epic Comp EVO, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Cannondale Scalpel SE S (27.5") | Specialized Epic Comp EVO S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 394 | 398mm | +4 mm |
| Stack | 560 | 595mm | +35 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5 | 68.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 72 | 73.8° | +1.8° |
| Effective top tube | 574 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 426 | 438mm | +12 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1082 | 1103mm | +21 mm |
| BB drop | 10 | 32mm | +22 mm |
| BB height | 343 | 340mm | −3 mm |
| Seat tube length | 400 | 400mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 97 | 95mm | −2 mm |
| Standover | not listed | 772mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 526mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Comp EVO minus the Cannondale Scalpel SE. Full charts: 2019 Cannondale Scalpel SE, 2020 Specialized Epic Comp EVO.
Where each sits in its class
Cannondale Scalpel SESpecialized Epic Comp EVO
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 Scalpel SESE | Specialized Epic Comp EVOComp EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Cannondale Scalpel SE | not listed |
| Fork | Fox Float 34 Stepcast Performance | RockShox Reba RL 29 |
| Rear shock | Fox Float DPS EVOL Performance | RockShox Brain shock |
| Shifter | SRAM NX Eagle | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Crankset | TruVativ Stylo | TruVativ Stylo |
| Bottom bracket | Cannondale PressFit30 | SRAM DUB |
| Tire | Maxxis Ardent | Specialized Ground Control, Specialized Fast Trak |
| Rim | Stan’s NoTubes | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Guide T | SRAM TL |
| Handlebar | Cannondale C3 | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Stem | Cannondale C3 | not listed |
| Grips | Cannondale Locking Grips | not listed |
| Headset | Tange 1.5 | not listed |
| Dropper post | Cannondale DownLow Dropper Post | not listed |
| Saddle | Fabric Scoop | Specialized Power Sport |
| Pedals | not listed | Specialized PROVIDED BY |
| Seatpost | not listed | X-Fusion Manic |
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