2023 Specialized Chisel Hardtail vs 2025 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp
The M is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp size closest to your M Specialized Chisel Hardtail. 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 Comp
Compared with the Specialized Chisel Hardtail in M, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp in M places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 7 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
- −7 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- −2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Chisel Hardtail, MSpecialized Epic Hardtail Comp, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel Hardtail M | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 430mm | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 605mm | 608mm | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68° | 68.5° | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 432mm | 430mm | −2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1124mm | 1117mm | −7 mm |
| BB drop | 63mm | 63mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 309mm | 309mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 792mm | 792mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 95mm | ±0 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 604mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp minus the Specialized Chisel Hardtail. Full charts: 2023 Specialized Chisel Hardtail, 2025 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Chisel HardtailSpecialized Epic Hardtail 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 | Specialized Chisel HardtailHardtail | Specialized Epic Hardtail CompHardtail Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 | Specialized FACT 11m |
| Fork | not listed | RockShox SID SL |
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM Pod Controller |
| Derailleur | not listed | SRAM S1000 Eagle Transmission |
| Cassette | not listed | SRAM 1270 Transmission |
| Chain | not listed | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission |
| Crankset | not listed | SRAM S1000 Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
| Wheelset | not listed | Specialized 29 |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Renegade |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM Level Bronze |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM 180, SRAM 160 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized 3D-Forged Alloy |
| Grips | not listed | Specialized Trail Grips |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Alloy |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Power Sport |
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