2017 Specialized Epic FSR Comp Carbon World Cup Torch Edition vs 2019 Merida NINETY-SIX TEAM
The M is the Merida NINETY-SIX TEAM size closest to your M Specialized Epic FSR Comp Carbon World Cup Torch Edition. 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 Merida NINETY-SIX TEAM
Compared with the Specialized Epic FSR Comp Carbon World Cup Torch Edition in M, the Merida NINETY-SIX TEAM in M places the top of the head tube 8 mm lower and 6 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 15 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −8 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +6 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +15 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.8°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic FSR Comp Carbon World Cup Torch Edition, MMerida NINETY-SIX TEAM, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic FSR Comp Carbon World Cup Torch Edition M | Merida NINETY-SIX TEAM M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 423mm | 429 | +6 mm |
| Stack | 597mm | 589 | −8 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70.75° | 70 | −0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74.5 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 592mm | 590 | −2 mm |
| Chainstay length | 439mm | 437 | −2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1103mm | 1118 | +15 mm |
| BB drop | 40mm | 40 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 332mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 774mm | 768 | −6 mm |
| Seat tube length | 434mm | 460 | +26 mm |
| Fork length | 504mm | 503 | −1 mm |
| Head tube length | 105mm | 100 | −5 mm |
Differences are the Merida NINETY-SIX TEAM minus the Specialized Epic FSR Comp Carbon World Cup Torch Edition. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Epic FSR Comp Carbon World Cup Torch Edition, 2019 Merida NINETY-SIX TEAM.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic FSR Comp Carbon World Cup Torch EditionMerida NINETY-SIX TEAM
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 Epic FSR Comp Carbon World Cup Torch EditionFSR Comp Carbon World Cup Torch Edition | Merida NINETY-SIX TEAMTEAM |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Reba RL | Fox 32 Float SC Factory |
| Rear shock | Fox Epic | Fox Float Factory |
| Shifter | SRAM NX | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX | SRAM XX1 Eagle |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1130 | SRAM XX1 Eagle |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1110 | SRAM XX1 Eagle |
| Crankset | Race Face Aeffect | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | Maxxis Ikon |
| Rim | Roval Control | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Deore M506 | SRAM Level Ultimate |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | Merida TEAM CC |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Comp | Prologo Scratch 2 |
| Frame | not listed | Merida NINETY-SIX CF5 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM BB DUB PF MTB 92 |
| Wheelset | not listed | Fulcrum Red Passion 3 |
| Hub | not listed | attached |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM Centerline X |
| Handlebar | not listed | Merida TEAM CC |
| Stem | not listed | Merida Team CC |
| Headset | not listed | FSA NO.55E |
| Seatpost | not listed | KS ZETA |
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