2021 Specialized Chisel LTD vs 2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail
The XS is the Specialized Epic Hardtail size closest to your XS Specialized Chisel LTD. 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
Compared with the Specialized Chisel LTD in XS, the Specialized Epic Hardtail in XS places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 6 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +3 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −6 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- −2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Chisel LTD, XSSpecialized Epic Hardtail, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel LTD XS | Specialized Epic Hardtail XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 385mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 591mm | 594mm | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68° | 68.5° | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 432mm | 430mm | −2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1070mm | 1064mm | −6 mm |
| BB drop | 68mm | 63mm | −5 mm |
| BB height | 304mm | 309mm | +5 mm |
| Standover | 732mm | 732mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 367mm | 367mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 486mm | 486mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 95mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail minus the Specialized Chisel LTD. Full charts: 2021 Specialized Chisel LTD, 2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Chisel LTDSpecialized Epic Hardtail
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 LTDLTD | Specialized Epic Hardtail |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 | not listed |
| Fork | Fox 32 FLOAT Factory Series | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission Trigger | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle | not listed |
| Crankset | SRAM GX Eagle AXS | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval Control Carbon | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | not listed |
| Brake | Magura MT7, Magura MT8 Pro | not listed |
| Handlebar | Renthal FatBar | not listed |
| Stem | Renthal Apex | not listed |
| Seatpost | Fox Transfer SL Performance Elite | not listed |
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