2022 Merida BIG.NINE 700 vs 2022 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp
The L is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp size closest to your XL 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 Comp
Compared with the Merida BIG.NINE 700 in XL, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp in L places the top of the head tube 20 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 4 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −20 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +4 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.NINE 700, XLSpecialized Epic Hardtail Comp, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE 700 XL | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 455 | 455mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 642 | 622mm | −20 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 68.5° | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 645 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 433 | 430mm | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1142 | 1146mm | +4 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 63mm | −2 mm |
| Standover | 816 | 816mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 532 | 470mm | −62 mm |
| Fork length | 506 | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 125 | 110mm | −15 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 309mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp minus the Merida BIG.NINE 700. Full charts: 2022 Merida BIG.NINE 700, 2022 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE 700Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp
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 CompHardtail Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE LITE | not listed |
| Fork | Manitou Markhor Comp | RockShox Reba RL |
| Shifter | Shimano XT | SRAM GX |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT, Shimano XT M8120 Shadow+ | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Chain | KMC X12 | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Crankset | Shimano XT | SRAM X1 1000 Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano MT500-PA pressfit | SRAM DUB |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Renegade |
| Hub | Shimano SLX | not listed |
| Rim | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano XT | SRAM TL |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT54 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | not listed |
| Headset | Merida M2331 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Power Sport |
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