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 XXL places the top of the head tube 49 mm higher and 62 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 71 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +49 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +62 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +71 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic EVO, MSpecialized Rockhopper Comp, XXLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic EVO M | Specialized Rockhopper Comp XXL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 423mm | 485 | +62 mm |
| Stack | 605mm | 654 | +49 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 68.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.8° | 73.5 | −0.3° |
| Chainstay length | 438mm | 440 | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1132mm | 1203 | +71 mm |
| BB drop | 32mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 340mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 777mm | 853mm | +76 mm |
| Seat tube length | 434mm | 560mm | +126 mm |
| Fork length | 526mm | 515mm | −11 mm |
| Head tube length | 105mm | 135mm | +30 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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