2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp vs 2021 Specialized Chisel
The S is the Specialized Chisel size closest to your M Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp. 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 Specialized Chisel
Compared with the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp in M, the Specialized Chisel in S places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 24 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 17 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −24 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −17 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp, MSpecialized Chisel, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp M | Specialized Chisel S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 430mm | 406mm | −24 mm |
| Stack | 608mm | 606mm | −2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 68° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 432mm | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1117mm | 1100mm | −17 mm |
| BB drop | 63mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 309mm | 309mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 792mm | 763mm | −29 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 400mm | −30 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 95mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Chisel minus the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp. Full charts: 2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp, 2021 Specialized Chisel.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic Hardtail CompSpecialized Chisel
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 CompHardtail Comp | Specialized ChiselChisel |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Reba RL | RockShox Judy |
| Shifter | Shimano SLX | Shimano Deore |
| Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7100 | Shimano Deore |
| Chain | Shimano SLX | KMC X-12 |
| Crankset | Shimano SLX M7100 | Specialized Stout Pro |
| Hub | Shimano MT400-B, Shimano MT510-B | Shimano MT410-B |
| Brake | Shimano SLX M7100 | Shimano Deore M4100 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Mini Rise | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | Specialized Power Sport |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Fast Trak |
| Rim | not listed | Specialized hookless |
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