2020 Specialized Epic EVO vs 2020 Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-D
The L is the Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-D size closest to your M Specialized Epic EVO. 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 Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-D
Compared with the Specialized Epic EVO in M, the Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-D in L places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 7 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +2 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −7 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Specialized Epic EVO, MMerida BIG.SEVEN 20-D, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic EVO M | Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-D L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 423mm | 425 | +2 mm |
| Stack | 605mm | 605 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 69 | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.8° | 73 | −0.8° |
| Chainstay length | 438mm | 435 | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1132mm | 1125 | −7 mm |
| BB drop | 32mm | 30 | −2 mm |
| BB height | 340mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 777mm | 787 | +10 mm |
| Seat tube length | 434mm | 480 | +46 mm |
| Fork length | 526mm | 487 | −39 mm |
| Head tube length | 105mm | 145 | +40 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 610 |
Differences are the Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-D minus the Specialized Epic EVO. Full charts: 2020 Specialized Epic EVO, 2020 Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-D.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic EVOMerida BIG.SEVEN 20-D
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 EVOS-Works EVO | Merida BIG.SEVEN 20-D20-D |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Fox Factory | SR Suntour XCM-HLO |
| Rear shock | RockShox Brain shock | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano XTR M9100 | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Derailleur | Shimano XTR M9100 | Shimano FD-TY700, Shimano Acera M360 |
| Cassette | Shimano XTR M9100 | SunRace CSM668 |
| Chain | Shimano XTR M9100 | KMC M700 |
| Crankset | Race Face Next SL | not listed |
| Pedals | Specialized PROVIDED BY | VPE-891 |
| Wheelset | Roval Control SL | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Ground Control, Specialized Fast Trak | Merida K1080 |
| Brake | Shimano XTR | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Seatpost | Fox Transfer | Merida CC |
| Saddle | Specialized S-Works Power | not listed |
| Frame | not listed | Merida BIG.SEVEN SPEED N |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA TH-7420ST-W |
| Hub | not listed | Shimano TX505 |
| Rim | not listed | Merida CC |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Merida CC |
| Stem | not listed | Merida CC |
| Grips | not listed | Merida EC |
| Headset | not listed | FSA NO.10P Neck15 |
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