2019 Specialized Epic vs 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp
The Specialized Rockhopper Comp size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Specialized Rockhopper Comp
Compared with the Specialized Epic in M, the Specialized Rockhopper Comp in XL places the top of the head tube 43 mm higher and 32 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 55 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +43 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +32 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +55 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic, MSpecialized Rockhopper Comp, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic M | Specialized Rockhopper Comp XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 433mm | 465 | +32 mm |
| Stack | 597mm | 640 | +43 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.5° | 68.5 | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.75° | 73.5 | −1.3° |
| Effective top tube | 596mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 438mm | 440 | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1123mm | 1178 | +55 mm |
| BB drop | 38.9mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 332mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 770mm | 820mm | +50 mm |
| Seat tube length | 434mm | 500mm | +66 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | 515mm | +9 mm |
| Head tube length | 105mm | 120mm | +15 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Rockhopper Comp minus the Specialized Epic. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Epic, 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized EpicSpecialized Rockhopper 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 EpicS-Works | Specialized Rockhopper Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Rear shock | RockShox Brain shock | not listed |
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