2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail vs 2019 Trek X-Caliber Frameset
The Trek X-Caliber Frameset size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Trek X-Caliber Frameset
Compared with the Specialized Epic Hardtail in M, the Trek X-Caliber Frameset in L places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 31 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 48 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +31 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +48 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 Hardtail is drawn. The Trek X-Caliber Frameset numbers we have for size L are missing the seat angle.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail M | Trek X-Caliber Frameset L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 418mm | 449 | +31 mm |
| Stack | 608mm | 609 | +1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.8° | 69.3° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 595mm | 634 | +39 mm |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 438 | +8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1099mm | 1147 | +48 mm |
| BB drop | 61mm | 58 | −3 mm |
| BB height | 309mm | 316 | +7 mm |
| Standover | 790mm | 753 | −37 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 470 | +40 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 100 | +5 mm |
Differences are the Trek X-Caliber Frameset minus the Specialized Epic Hardtail. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail, 2019 Trek X-Caliber Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic HardtailTrek 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 HardtailS-Works Hardtail | Trek X-Caliber FramesetX-Caliber Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Trek Alpha Gold |
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