2018 Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Expert vs 2019 Specialized Chisel
The Specialized Chisel size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Specialized Chisel
Compared with the Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Expert in M, the Specialized Chisel in XL places the top of the head tube 25 mm higher and 44 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 55 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +25 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +44 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +55 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Expert, MSpecialized Chisel, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Expert M | Specialized Chisel XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 418mm | 462mm | +44 mm |
| Stack | 608mm | 633mm | +25 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.8° | 69.8° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 595mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1099mm | 1154mm | +55 mm |
| BB drop | 61mm | 57.5mm | −4 mm |
| BB height | 309mm | 312.5mm | +4 mm |
| Standover | 790mm | 845mm | +55 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 520mm | +90 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 125mm | +30 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Chisel minus the Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Expert. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Expert, 2019 Specialized Chisel.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail ExpertSpecialized Chisel
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 ExpertMen's Hardtail Expert | Specialized ChiselChisel Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID Brain 29 | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM GX Eagle | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle | not listed |
| Crankset | TruVativ Stylo | not listed |
| Chainring | SRAM Eagle | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | not listed |
| Rim | Roval Control | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Level TL | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Comp | not listed |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 |
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