2025 Specialized Chisel Shimano vs 2023 Specialized Epic EVO Comp
The S is the Specialized Epic EVO Comp size closest to your XS Specialized Chisel Shimano. 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 EVO Comp
Compared with the Specialized Chisel Shimano in XS, the Specialized Epic EVO Comp in S places the top of the head tube 9 mm lower and 16 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 17 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −9 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +16 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +17 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +1 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Chisel Shimano, XSSpecialized Epic EVO Comp, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel Shimano XS | Specialized Epic EVO Comp S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 390mm | 406mm | +16 mm |
| Stack | 602.3mm | 593mm | −9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 67° | 66.5° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 74.8° | −0.7° |
| Effective top tube | not listed | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 437mm | 438mm | +1 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1115mm | 1132mm | +17 mm |
| BB drop | 46mm | 36mm | −10 mm |
| BB height | 326mm | 336mm | +10 mm |
| Standover | 756mm | 779mm | +23 mm |
| Seat tube length | 375mm | 400mm | +25 mm |
| Fork length | 530mm | 530mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 95mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic EVO Comp minus the Specialized Chisel Shimano. Full charts: 2025 Specialized Chisel Shimano, 2023 Specialized Epic EVO Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Chisel ShimanoSpecialized Epic EVO 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 ShimanoShimano | Specialized Epic EVO CompEVO Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 | not listed |
| Fork | RockShox Recon | RockShox SID Select |
| Rear shock | X-Fusion PRO-02 | RockShox Deluxe Select+ |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore | SRAM GX |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100 | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Chain | KMC X12EPT | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Tire | Specialized Ground Control, Specialized Fast Trak | Specialized Ground Control |
| Hub | Shimano MT410-B | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Deore M4100 | SRAM G2 RS |
| Dropper post | TranzX Dropper | not listed |
| Seatpost | TranzX Dropper | X-Fusion Manic |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | Specialized Power Sport |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
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