2018 Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp vs 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
The XXL is the Trek X-Caliber Frameset size closest to your XL Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail 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 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
Compared with the Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp in XL, the Trek X-Caliber Frameset in XXL places the top of the head tube 9 mm lower and 16 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 29 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −9 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +16 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +29 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +8 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp is drawn. The Trek X-Caliber Frameset numbers we have for size XXL are missing the seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp XL | Trek X-Caliber Frameset XXL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 462mm | 478 | +16 mm |
| Stack | 637mm | 628 | −9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.8° | 69.3° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 649mm | 669 | +20 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 438 | +8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1154mm | 1183 | +29 mm |
| BB drop | 61mm | 58 | −3 mm |
| BB height | 309mm | 316 | +7 mm |
| Standover | 845mm | 773 | −72 mm |
| Seat tube length | 520mm | 559 | +39 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 125mm | 120 | −5 mm |
Differences are the Trek X-Caliber Frameset minus the Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp, 2016 Trek X-Caliber Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail CompTrek X-Caliber Frameset
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 Men's Hardtail CompMen's Hardtail Comp | Trek X-Caliber Frameset2016 Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Reba RL 29 | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM GX | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1150 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X-11 | not listed |
| Crankset | Race Face Aeffect | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | not listed |
| Rim | Roval Control 29 | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Level TL | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Comp | not listed |
| Frame | not listed | Trek Alpha Gold |
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