2020 Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION vs 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset
The XL is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset size closest to your XXL Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION. 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 Frameset
Compared with the Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION in XXL, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset in XL places the top of the head tube 24 mm lower and 7 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 9 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −24 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −7 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −9 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.2°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION, XXLSpecialized Epic Hardtail Frameset, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION XXL | Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 469 | 462mm | −7 mm |
| Stack | 661 | 637mm | −24 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 69.8° | −0.2° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 665 | 649mm | −16 mm |
| Chainstay length | 433 | 430mm | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1163 | 1154mm | −9 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 61mm | −4 mm |
| Standover | 859 | 845mm | −14 mm |
| Seat tube length | 584 | 520mm | −64 mm |
| Fork length | 506 | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 145 | 125mm | −20 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 309mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset minus the Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION. Full charts: 2020 Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITION, 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITIONSpecialized Epic Hardtail 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 | Merida BIG.NINE NX-EDITIONNX-EDITION | Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE LITE | not listed |
| Fork | Manitou Markhor Comp | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM NX Eagle | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM BB DUB PF MTB 92 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | not listed |
| Hub | Shimano Deore | not listed |
| Rim | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT500 | not listed |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT54 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | not listed |
| Headset | Merida M2331 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
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