2026 Specialized Chisel Comp vs 2024 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro
The XS is the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro size closest to your XS Specialized Chisel Comp. 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 8 EVO Pro
Compared with the Specialized Chisel Comp in XS, the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro in XS places the top of the head tube 4 mm higher and 5 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 6 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +4 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −5 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +6 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.1°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Chisel Comp, XSSpecialized Epic 8 EVO Pro, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel Comp XS | Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 390 | 385mm | −5 mm |
| Stack | 602.3 | 606mm | +4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 66.5 | 65.4° | −1.1° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5 | 76° | +0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 437 | 435mm | −2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1115 | 1121mm | +6 mm |
| BB drop | not listed | 49mm | |
| BB height | not listed | 322mm | |
| Standover | not listed | 754mm | |
| Seat tube length | not listed | 370mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 540mm | |
| Head tube length | not listed | 92mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro minus the Specialized Chisel Comp. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Chisel Comp, 2024 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Chisel CompSpecialized Epic 8 EVO Pro
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 CompChisel Comp | Specialized Epic 8 EVO ProEVO Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 Alloy | not listed |
| Fork | RockShox SID Select+ 3P | Fox Factory |
| Rear shock | RockShox Deluxe Select+ | Fox Float Factory |
| Shifter | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission | SRAM Pod Controller |
| Derailleur | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Cassette | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission | SRAM 1295 |
| Chain | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission | SRAM X0 Eagle |
| Crankset | SRAM X1000 Eagle | SRAM X0 Eagle |
| Chainring | SRAM Eagle AXS | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB GX | 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 CenterLine | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized alloy | Roval Control |
| Stem | Specialized 3D-forged alloy | Race Face Turbine |
| Grips | Specialized Trail | not listed |
| Dropper post | TranzX dropper internal routing | not listed |
| Seatpost | TranzX 30.9mm | Fox Transfer |
| Saddle | Specialized Body Geometry Power Sport | Specialized Power Expert |
| Rim | not listed | Roval Control |
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