2020 Specialized Epic Hardtail vs 2020 Trek Procaliber 9.6

What changes on the Trek Procaliber 9.6

Compared with the Specialized Epic Hardtail in M, the Trek Procaliber 9.6 in XXL places the top of the head tube 15 mm higher and 41 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 50 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.

Frame stack

+15 mm

Higher front end

Frame reach

+41 mm

Longer frame reach

Wheelbase

+50 mm

Longer: steadier at speed

Head angle

+1.1°

Steeper: sharper steering

Chainstays

+5 mm

Longer: more planted

The two frames

Only the Specialized Epic Hardtail is drawn. The Trek Procaliber 9.6 numbers we have for size XXL are missing the seat angle.

Geometry side by side

Differences are the Trek Procaliber 9.6 minus the Specialized Epic Hardtail. Full charts: 2020 Specialized Epic Hardtail, 2020 Trek Procaliber 9.6.

Where each sits in its class

Specialized Epic HardtailTrek Procaliber 9.6

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.