2025 Cube Reaction Race vs 2027 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
The L is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA size closest to your XL Cube Reaction Race. 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 SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
Compared with the Cube Reaction Race in XL, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA in L places the top of the head tube 17 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 3 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −17 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −3 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +4 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Cube Reaction Race, XLSpecialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Cube Reaction Race XL | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 456 | 455mm | −1 mm |
| Stack | 639 | 622mm | −17 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 68.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 638 | 633mm | −5 mm |
| Chainstay length | 426 | 430mm | +4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1151 | 1148mm | −3 mm |
| Seat tube length | 510 | 470mm | −40 mm |
| Head tube length | 127 | 110mm | −17 mm |
| BB drop | not listed | 63mm | |
| BB height | not listed | 309mm | |
| Standover | not listed | 816mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 506mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA minus the Cube Reaction Race. Full charts: 2025 Cube Reaction Race, 2027 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA.
Where each sits in its class
Cube Reaction RaceSpecialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
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 | Cube Reaction RaceRace | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBAHardtail Comp - SRAM Eagle 70, RockShox REBA |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Cube Reaction | not listed |
| Fork | Fox 32 Performance | RockShox Reba |
| Shifter | Shimano XT | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT Di2 Wireless | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission |
| Cassette | Shimano XT | not listed |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100 | SRAM Transmission |
| Crankset | Praxis Girder | not listed |
| Chainring | Praxis Girder | not listed |
| Wheelset | Newmen Beskar 30 Base | not listed |
| Tire | Schwalbe Racing Ray, Schwalbe Racing Ralph | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Air Trak |
| Brake | Shimano XT | SRAM DB4 |
| Rotor | Shimano XT | not listed |
| Handlebar | Newmen Evolution SL | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Stem | Newmen Evolution | not listed |
| Grips | Acid React Pro | not listed |
| Headset | Acros AZF-675 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Newmen Evolution | not listed |
| Saddle | Acid Nuance Pro | Specialized Power Comp |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
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