2021 Merida BIG.SEVEN XT2 vs 2020 Specialized Epic Comp EVO
The Specialized Epic Comp EVO size closest to your S is the S. Compare the S instead
What changes on the Specialized Epic Comp EVO
Compared with the Merida BIG.SEVEN XT2 in S, the Specialized Epic Comp EVO in XL places the top of the head tube 61 mm higher and 71 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 108 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +61 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +71 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +108 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +8 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida BIG.SEVEN XT2, SSpecialized Epic Comp EVO, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.SEVEN XT2 S | Specialized Epic Comp EVO XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 394 | 465mm | +71 mm |
| Stack | 577 | 638mm | +61 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69 | 68.5° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73.8° | +0.8° |
| Effective top tube | 570 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 430 | 438mm | +8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1078 | 1186mm | +108 mm |
| BB drop | 30 | 32mm | +2 mm |
| Standover | 689 | 804mm | +115 mm |
| Seat tube length | 380 | 520mm | +140 mm |
| Fork length | 487 | 526mm | +39 mm |
| Head tube length | 115 | 140mm | +25 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 340mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Comp EVO minus the Merida BIG.SEVEN XT2. Full charts: 2021 Merida BIG.SEVEN XT2, 2020 Specialized Epic Comp EVO.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.SEVEN XT2Specialized Epic Comp EVO
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.SEVEN XT2XT2 | Specialized Epic Comp EVOComp EVO |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.SEVEN TFS III | not listed |
| Fork | Manitou Markhor Comp | RockShox Reba RL 29 |
| Shifter | Shimano XT | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Derailleur | Shimano SLX, Shimano XT M8120 Shadow+ | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7100 | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Chain | KMC X12 | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano BB52 BSA | SRAM DUB |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | Specialized PROVIDED BY |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | Specialized Ground Control, Specialized Fast Trak |
| Rim | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Deore M6100 | SRAM TL |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT30 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT CC | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Grips | Merida COMP EC | not listed |
| Headset | Merida M2339 Neck | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | X-Fusion Manic |
| Saddle | Merida COMP CC | Specialized Power Sport |
| Rear shock | not listed | RockShox Brain shock |
| Crankset | not listed | TruVativ Stylo |
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