2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert vs 2021 Specialized Chisel
The Specialized Chisel size closest to your M is the S. Compare the S instead
What changes on the Specialized Chisel
- Frame stack
- −2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- +8 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Only the Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert is drawn. The Specialized Chisel numbers we have for size M are missing the reach.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail Expert M | Specialized Chisel M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 430mm | not listed | |
| 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 | 1125mm | +8 mm |
| BB drop | 63mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 309mm | 309mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 792mm | 793mm | +1 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | 506mm | ±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
AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
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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