2025 Specialized Chisel Hardtail vs 2027 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
The XS is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA size closest to your XS 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 SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
Compared with the Specialized Chisel Hardtail in XS, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA 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 Hardtail, XSSpecialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel Hardtail XS | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA 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 |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 555mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA minus the Specialized Chisel Hardtail. Full charts: 2025 Specialized Chisel Hardtail, 2027 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Chisel HardtailSpecialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
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 Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBAHardtail Comp - SRAM Eagle 70, RockShox REBA |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 | not listed |
| Fork | not listed | RockShox Reba |
| Derailleur | not listed | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission |
| Chain | not listed | SRAM Transmission |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Air Trak |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM DB4 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Power Comp |
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