2018 Specialized Chisel Men's Expert vs 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset
The XL is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset size closest to your XL Specialized Chisel Men's Expert. 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 Hardtail Frameset
Compared with the Specialized Chisel Men's Expert in XL, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset in XL places the top of the head tube 4 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +4 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Chisel Men's Expert, XLSpecialized Epic Hardtail Frameset, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel Men's Expert XL | Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 462mm | 462mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 633mm | 637mm | +4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.8° | 69.8° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 648mm | 649mm | +1 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1154mm | 1154mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 57.5mm | 61mm | +4 mm |
| BB height | 312.5mm | 309mm | −4 mm |
| Standover | 845mm | 845mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 520mm | 520mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 125mm | 125mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset minus the Specialized Chisel Men's Expert. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Chisel Men's Expert, 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Chisel Men's ExpertSpecialized Epic Hardtail 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 ExpertMen's Expert 1x | Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 | not listed |
| Fork | RockShox Reba RL 29 | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM GX | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM NX | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X-11 | not listed |
| Crankset | Race Face Aeffect | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | not listed |
| Hub | Specialized spacing | not listed |
| Rim | Specialized Stout XC 29 | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Level TL | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Comp | not listed |
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