2017 Specialized Epic Hardtail vs 2019 Specialized Chisel Women's Comp
The Specialized Chisel Women's Comp size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Specialized Chisel Women's Comp
Compared with the Specialized Epic Hardtail in M, the Specialized Chisel Women's Comp in L places the top of the head tube 9 mm higher and 27 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 50 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +9 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +27 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +50 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.2°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic Hardtail, MSpecialized Chisel Women's Comp, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail M | Specialized Chisel Women's Comp L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 414mm | 441mm | +27 mm |
| Stack | 610mm | 619mm | +9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71° | 69.8° | −1.2° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 74° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 593mm | 622mm | +29 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1078mm | 1128mm | +50 mm |
| BB drop | 61mm | 57.5mm | −4 mm |
| BB height | 310mm | 312.5mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 799mm | 814mm | +15 mm |
| Seat tube length | 434mm | 470mm | +36 mm |
| Fork length | 496mm | 506mm | +10 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 110mm | +10 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Chisel Women's Comp minus the Specialized Epic Hardtail. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Epic Hardtail, 2019 Specialized Chisel Women's Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic HardtailSpecialized Chisel Women's 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 Epic HardtailHardtail | Specialized Chisel Women's CompWomen's Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Reba RL | RockShox Judy 29 Gold |
| Shifter | Shimano SLX M7000 | Shimano Deore |
| Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7025, Shimano XT M8000 | Shimano Deore, Shimano XT |
| Cassette | SRAM PG-1130 | Shimano Deore |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1110 | KMC X-10 |
| Crankset | Race Face Aeffect | Specialized Stout Pro |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | Specialized Fast Trak |
| Rim | Specialized Stout | Specialized Stout XC 29 |
| Brake | Shimano Deore M506 | Shimano MT501 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Stout XC | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | Specialized Sip Grip |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Comp | Specialized Myth Sport |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 |
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