2025 Ibis DV9 vs 2026 Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset
The XL is the Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset size closest to your XL Ibis DV9. 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 World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset
Compared with the Ibis DV9 in XL, the Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset in XL places the top of the head tube 30 mm lower and 21 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 25 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −30 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −21 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −25 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Ibis DV9, XLSpecialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Ibis DV9 XL | Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 511 | 490mm | −21 mm |
| Stack | 658 | 628mm | −30 mm |
| Head tube angle | 66.5 | 66.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 76 | 74.5° | −1.5° |
| Effective top tube | 675 | 670mm | −5 mm |
| Chainstay length | 425 | 430mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1237 | 1212mm | −25 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 57mm | −8 mm |
| BB height | 308 | 313mm | +5 mm |
| Standover | 776 | 786mm | +10 mm |
| Seat tube length | 508 | 500mm | −8 mm |
| Head tube length | 135 | 125mm | −10 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 516mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset minus the Ibis DV9. Full charts: 2025 Ibis DV9, 2026 Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Ibis DV9Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset
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 | Ibis DV9Deore | Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate FramesetS-Works - RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Ibis DV9 | not listed |
| Fork | Fox 34 Performance | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100 | not listed |
| Chain | Shimano Deore XT | not listed |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore M6120 | not listed |
| Wheelset | Ibis 933 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Recon Race | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Deore XT | not listed |
| Rotor | Shimano RT-66 | not listed |
| Stem | Ibis 31.8mm 40mm S/M 50mm L/XL | not listed |
| Grips | Lizard Skins Charger EVO | not listed |
| Headset | Cane Creek 40 | not listed |
| Dropper post | KS Rage-i Dropper | not listed |
| Saddle | WTB Silverado | not listed |
| Rear shock | not listed | RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate |
| Seatpost | not listed | Roval Control SL |
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