2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert vs 2021 Specialized Chisel
The XS is the Specialized Chisel size closest to your XS Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert. 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 Expert in XS, the Specialized Chisel in XS places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 7 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +7 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert, XSSpecialized Chisel, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert XS | Specialized Chisel XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 386mm | +1 mm |
| Stack | 594mm | 592mm | −2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 68° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 432mm | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1064mm | 1071mm | +7 mm |
| BB drop | 63mm | 68 | +5 mm |
| BB height | 309mm | 304mm | −5 mm |
| Standover | 732mm | 733mm | +1 mm |
| Seat tube length | 367mm | 367mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 486mm | 486mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 95mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Chisel minus the Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert. Full charts: 2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert, 2021 Specialized Chisel.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic Hardtail ExpertSpecialized 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 ExpertHardtail Expert | Specialized ChiselChisel |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID SL BRAIN | RockShox Judy |
| Shifter | SRAM X01 | Shimano Deore |
| Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle | Shimano Deore |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle | KMC X-12 |
| Crankset | SRAM X1 Eagle | Specialized Stout Pro |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | Specialized Fast Trak |
| Hub | DT Swiss 350 | Shimano MT410-B |
| Rim | Roval Control | Specialized hookless |
| Brake | SRAM TL | 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 |
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