2020 Specialized Epic Hardtail Ultralight vs 2022 Specialized Chisel Hardtail
The Specialized Chisel Hardtail size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Specialized Chisel Hardtail
Compared with the Specialized Epic Hardtail Ultralight in M, the Specialized Chisel Hardtail in L places the top of the head tube 11 mm higher and 25 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 38 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +11 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +25 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +38 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic Hardtail Ultralight, MSpecialized Chisel Hardtail, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail Ultralight M | Specialized Chisel Hardtail L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 430mm | 455mm | +25 mm |
| Stack | 608mm | 619mm | +11 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 68° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 432mm | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1116mm | 1154mm | +38 mm |
| BB drop | 63mm | 63mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 309mm | 309mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 792mm | 816mm | +24 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 470mm | +40 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 110mm | +15 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Chisel Hardtail minus the Specialized Epic Hardtail Ultralight. Full charts: 2020 Specialized Epic Hardtail Ultralight, 2022 Specialized Chisel Hardtail.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic Hardtail UltralightSpecialized Chisel Hardtail
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 Hardtail Ultralight | Specialized Chisel HardtailHardtail |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | not listed | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 |
| Fork | not listed | RockShox Judy |
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Derailleur | not listed | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Cassette | not listed | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Chain | not listed | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Crankset | not listed | SRAM SX Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM PowerSpline |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Fast Trak |
| Rim | not listed | Specialized hookless |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM T |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Power Sport |
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