2018 Specialized Chisel Men's Comp vs 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
The M is the Trek X-Caliber Frameset size closest to your M Specialized Chisel Men's Comp. 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 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
Compared with the Specialized Chisel Men's Comp in M, the Trek X-Caliber Frameset in M places the top of the head tube 5 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 10 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −5 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −2 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +10 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +8 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Specialized Chisel Men's Comp is drawn. The Trek X-Caliber Frameset numbers we have for size M are missing the seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel Men's Comp M | Trek X-Caliber Frameset M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 418mm | 416 | −2 mm |
| Stack | 605mm | 600 | −5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.8° | 69.3° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 594mm | 598 | +4 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 438 | +8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1100mm | 1110 | +10 mm |
| BB drop | 57.5mm | 58 | +1 mm |
| BB height | 312.5mm | 316 | +4 mm |
| Standover | 790mm | 743 | −47 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 419 | −11 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 90 | −5 mm |
Differences are the Trek X-Caliber Frameset minus the Specialized Chisel Men's Comp. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Chisel Men's Comp, 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Chisel Men's CompTrek X-Caliber Frameset
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 | Specialized Chisel Men's CompMen's Comp | Trek X-Caliber Frameset2016 Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 | Trek Alpha Gold |
| Fork | RockShox Judy 29 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore, Shimano XT | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X-10 | not listed |
| Crankset | Specialized Stout Pro | not listed |
| Chainring | Specialized Stout | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | not listed |
| Rim | Specialized Stout XC 29 | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Deore MT500 | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Comp | not listed |
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