2026 Mondraker F-Podium RR SL vs 2027 Specialized Epic Ultralight LTD
The Specialized Epic Ultralight LTD size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Specialized Epic Ultralight LTD
Compared with the Mondraker F-Podium RR SL in M, the Specialized Epic Ultralight LTD in XL (Low) places the top of the head tube 44 mm higher and 57 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 81 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +44 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +57 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +81 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +7 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Mondraker F-Podium RR SL, MSpecialized Epic Ultralight LTD, XL (Low)Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Mondraker F-Podium RR SL M | Specialized Epic Ultralight LTD XL (Low) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 455 mm | 512mm | +57 mm |
| Stack | 594.6 mm | 639mm | +44 mm |
| Head tube angle | 66.5° | 66.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 76.2° | 76.5° | +0.3° |
| Effective top tube | 601 mm | 664mm | +63 mm |
| Chainstay length | 435 mm | 442mm | +7 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1177 mm | 1258mm | +81 mm |
| BB height | 335 mm | 330mm | −5 mm |
| Seat tube length | 440 mm | 505mm | +65 mm |
| Head tube length | 90 mm | 150mm | +60 mm |
| BB drop | not listed | 45mm | |
| Standover | not listed | 756mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 516mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Ultralight LTD minus the Mondraker F-Podium RR SL. Full charts: 2026 Mondraker F-Podium RR SL, 2027 Specialized Epic Ultralight LTD.
Where each sits in its class
Mondraker F-Podium RR SLSpecialized Epic Ultralight LTD
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 | Mondraker F-Podium RR SLRR SL | Specialized Epic Ultralight LTDS-Works 9 Ultralight LTD |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Mondraker F-Podium 29 Stealth | not listed |
| Fork | RockShox SID Flight Attendant Ultimate | RockShox Sid SL Ultimate |
| Rear shock | RockShox SIDLuxe Flight Attendant Ultimate | RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate |
| Shifter | SRAM Pod Controller Ultimate | SRAM Pod Controller Ultimate |
| Derailleur | SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS | SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS |
| Cassette | SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission | SRAM CS-1299 |
| Chain | SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission | SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission |
| Crankset | SRAM XX SL | SRAM SL Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | CeramicSpeed Alpha |
| Tire | Maxxis Rekon | Specialized Air Trak |
| Hub | Mavic Infinity | not listed |
| Rim | Mavic Crossmax | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Motive 4P Stealth Ultimate | Trickstuff Piccola |
| Stem | Onoff S9 Integrated Carbon Handlebar | not listed |
| Grips | Ergon GRX | Supacaz Supalite |
| Headset | Acros IS52/ZS56 | not listed |
| Dropper post | RockShox Reverb AXS | BikeYoke Divine SL |
| Saddle | fizik Vento Argo X5 | Specialized S-Works Power |
| Wheelset | not listed | Roval Control World |
| Handlebar | not listed | Roval Control SL |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Bike Yoke Divine SL |
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