2022 Rocky Mountain Element C30 vs 2024 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp
The S is the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp size closest to your XS Rocky Mountain Element C30. 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 8 EVO Comp
Compared with the Rocky Mountain Element C30 in XS, the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp in S places the top of the head tube 39 mm higher and 18 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 24 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +39 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +18 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +24 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.7°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +9 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Rocky Mountain Element C30, XSSpecialized Epic 8 EVO Comp, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Rocky Mountain Element C30 XS | Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 397 | 415mm | +18 mm |
| Stack | 561 | 600mm | +39 mm |
| Head tube angle | 64.7 | 65.4° | +0.7° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.7 | 75.5° | −0.2° |
| Effective top tube | 542 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 426 | 435mm | +9 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1127 | 1151mm | +24 mm |
| BB drop | 28 | 43mm | +15 mm |
| Standover | 769 | 761mm | −8 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 327mm | |
| Seat tube length | not listed | 390mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 540mm | |
| Head tube length | not listed | 92mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp minus the Rocky Mountain Element C30. Full charts: 2022 Rocky Mountain Element C30, 2024 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Rocky Mountain Element C30Specialized Epic 8 EVO 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 | Rocky Mountain Element C30C30 | Specialized Epic 8 EVO CompEVO Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Rocky Mountain Element | not listed |
| Fork | Marzocchi Z2 | Fox Performance |
| Rear shock | Fox Float Performance | Fox Float Performance |
| Shifter | Shimano SLX XT | SRAM GX |
| Derailleur | Shimano SLX | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Wheelset | WTB ST Light i27 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Rekon | Specialized Purgatory, Specialized Ground Control |
| Brake | Shimano MT4100 | SRAM Code Stealth Bronze |
| Handlebar | Rocky Mountain AM | not listed |
| Stem | Rocky Mountain XC | not listed |
| Grips | Rocky Mountain Lock On Light | not listed |
| Headset | FSA Orbit | not listed |
| Seatpost | Rocky Mountain Toonie Drop | X-Fusion Manic |
| Saddle | WTB Volt | Specialized Power Sport |
| Chain | not listed | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Crankset | not listed | SRAM X1000 Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
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