2026 Specialized Chisel vs 2024 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- +55 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +68 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Chainstays
- −2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Chisel numbers we have for size XS are missing the stack and head angle. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel XS | Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 390 | 445mm | +55 mm |
| Stack | not listed | 601mm | |
| Head tube angle | not listed | 65.9° | |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5 | 75° | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 527 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 437 | 435mm | −2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1115 | 1183mm | +68 mm |
| BB drop | 46 | 41mm | −5 mm |
| BB height | 326 | 329mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 756mm | 766mm | +10 mm |
| Seat tube length | 375 | 410mm | +35 mm |
| Fork length | 530 | 540mm | +10 mm |
| Head tube length | 95 | 95mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro minus the Specialized Chisel. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Chisel, 2024 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized ChiselSpecialized Epic 8 EVO Pro
AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
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 ChiselChisel | Specialized Epic 8 EVO ProEVO Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized D''Aluisio Smartweld M5 | not listed |
| Fork | RockShox Recon | Fox Factory |
| Rear shock | X-Fusion PRO-02 | Fox Float Factory |
| Shifter | SRAM SL NX Eagle | SRAM Pod Controller |
| Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle | SRAM 1295 |
| Chain | SRAM NX Eagle | SRAM X0 Eagle |
| Crankset | SRAM NX Eagle | SRAM X0 Eagle |
| Chainring | SRAM NX Eagle | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM PowerSpline | SRAM DUB |
| Wheelset | Specialized Alloy | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Ground Control, Specialized Fast Trak | Specialized Purgatory, Specialized Ground Control |
| Brake | SRAM DB6 | SRAM Code |
| Rotor | SRAM DB6 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized alloy | Roval Control |
| Stem | Specialized 3D-forged | Race Face Turbine |
| Grips | Specialized Trail Grips | not listed |
| Headset | Specialized Standard 1.1/8"-1.5" | not listed |
| Dropper post | TranzX Dropper | not listed |
| Seatpost | TranzX Dropper | Fox Transfer |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | Specialized Power Expert |
| Rim | not listed | Roval Control |
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