2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert vs 2019 Specialized Chisel
The XL is the Specialized Chisel size closest to your XL Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert. 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 Specialized Chisel
Compared with the Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert in XL, the Specialized Chisel in XL places the top of the head tube 4 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −4 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert, XLSpecialized Chisel, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert XL | Specialized Chisel XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 462mm | 462mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 637mm | 633mm | −4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.8° | 69.8° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 649mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1154mm | 1154mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 61mm | 57.5mm | −4 mm |
| BB height | 309mm | 312.5mm | +4 mm |
| Standover | 845mm | 845mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 520mm | 520mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 125mm | 125mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Chisel minus the Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert, 2019 Specialized Chisel.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic 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 Hardtail ExpertHardtail Expert | Specialized ChiselChisel Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID 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 |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | not listed |
| Rim | Roval Control | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Level TL | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Mini Rise | 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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