2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail vs 2019 Specialized Chisel
The XL is the Specialized Chisel size closest to your XL Specialized Epic Hardtail. 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 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, XLSpecialized Chisel, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail 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. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail, 2019 Specialized Chisel.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic HardtailSpecialized 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 HardtailS-Works Hardtail | Specialized ChiselChisel Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID World | not listed |
| Shifter | SRAM XX1 Eagle | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM XX1 Eagle | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM X01 Eagle | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM XX1 Eagle | not listed |
| Crankset | SRAM XX1 Eagle | not listed |
| Chainring | SRAM Eagle | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval Control SL | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Level Ultimate | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Pro | not listed |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 |
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