2021 Merida BIG.NINE 700 vs 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset
The L is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset size closest to your L Merida BIG.NINE 700. 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 700 in L, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset in L places the top of the head tube 6 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 7 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −6 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +2 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +7 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.2°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.NINE 700, LSpecialized Epic Hardtail Frameset, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE 700 L | Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 439 | 441mm | +2 mm |
| Stack | 628 | 622mm | −6 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 69.8° | −0.2° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 625 | 623mm | −2 mm |
| Chainstay length | 433 | 430mm | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1121 | 1128mm | +7 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 61mm | −4 mm |
| Standover | 771 | 814mm | +43 mm |
| Seat tube length | 483 | 470mm | −13 mm |
| Fork length | 506 | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 110 | 110mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 309mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset minus the Merida BIG.NINE 700. Full charts: 2021 Merida BIG.NINE 700, 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE 700Specialized 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 700700 | Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE LITE | not listed |
| Fork | Manitou Markhor Comp | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano XT | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT, Shimano XT M8120 Shadow+ | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X12 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano MT500-PA pressfit | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | not listed |
| Hub | Shimano SLX | not listed |
| Rim | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano XT | 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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