2017 Norco Optic A9.2 vs 2018 Specialized Camber Men's 27.5

What changes on the Specialized Camber Men's 27.5

Compared with the Norco Optic A9.2 in M, the Specialized Camber Men's 27.5 in S places the top of the head tube 18 mm lower and 42 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 55 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.

Frame stack

−18 mm

Lower front end

Frame reach

−42 mm

Shorter frame reach

Wheelbase

−55 mm

Shorter: quicker to change direction

Head angle

−0.5°

Slacker: calmer steering

Chainstays

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The two frames

We can't draw these frames yet. The Norco Optic A9.2 numbers we have for size M are missing the chainstay length. The numbers below still compare.

Geometry side by side

Differences are the Specialized Camber Men's 27.5 minus the Norco Optic A9.2. Full charts: 2017 Norco Optic A9.2, 2018 Specialized Camber Men's 27.5.

Where each sits in its class

Norco Optic A9.2Specialized Camber Men's 27.5

Each bike is ranked against the other trail 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.