2018 Specialized Chisel Men's Expert vs 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset
The Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset
Compared with the Specialized Chisel Men's Expert in M, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset in L places the top of the head tube 17 mm higher and 23 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 28 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +17 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +23 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +28 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Chisel Men's Expert, MSpecialized Epic Hardtail Frameset, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel Men's Expert M | Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 418mm | 441mm | +23 mm |
| Stack | 605mm | 622mm | +17 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.8° | 69.8° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 594mm | 623mm | +29 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1100mm | 1128mm | +28 mm |
| BB drop | 57.5mm | 61mm | +4 mm |
| BB height | 312.5mm | 309mm | −4 mm |
| Standover | 790mm | 814mm | +24 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 470mm | +40 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 110mm | +15 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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