2020 Specialized Epic EVO 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 EVO in M, the Specialized Rockhopper Comp in XS places the top of the head tube 46 mm lower and 48 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 65 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −46 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −48 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −65 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic EVO, MSpecialized Rockhopper Comp, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic EVO M | Specialized Rockhopper Comp XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 423mm | 375mm | −48 mm |
| Stack | 605mm | 559mm | −46 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 68° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.8° | 73.5° | −0.3° |
| Chainstay length | 438mm | 440mm | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1132mm | 1067mm | −65 mm |
| BB drop | 32mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 340mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 777mm | 658mm | −119 mm |
| Seat tube length | 434mm | 310mm | −124 mm |
| Fork length | 526mm | 475mm | −51 mm |
| Head tube length | 105mm | 95mm | −10 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Rockhopper Comp minus the Specialized Epic EVO. Full charts: 2020 Specialized Epic EVO, 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic EVOSpecialized 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 Epic EVOS-Works EVO | Specialized Rockhopper Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Fox Factory | not listed |
| Rear shock | RockShox Brain shock | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano XTR M9100 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano XTR M9100 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano XTR M9100 | not listed |
| Chain | Shimano XTR M9100 | not listed |
| Crankset | Race Face Next SL | not listed |
| Pedals | Specialized PROVIDED BY | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval Control SL | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Ground Control, Specialized Fast Trak | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano XTR | not listed |
| Seatpost | Fox Transfer | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized S-Works Power | not listed |
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