2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail vs 2022 Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD
The XL (29") is the Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD size closest to your L Specialized Epic Hardtail. 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 Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD
Compared with the Specialized Epic Hardtail in L, the Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD in XL (29") places the top of the head tube 13 mm higher and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 11 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +13 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +11 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Specialized Epic Hardtail, LCannondale F-Si Hi-MOD, XL (29")Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail L | Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD XL (29") | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 455mm | 460 | +5 mm |
| Stack | 622mm | 635 | +13 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 69.0 | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 73.1 | −0.9° |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 427 | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1148mm | 1159 | +11 mm |
| BB drop | 63mm | 62 | −1 mm |
| BB height | 309mm | 308 | −1 mm |
| Standover | 816mm | 863 | +47 mm |
| Seat tube length | 470mm | 530 | +60 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 110mm | 126 | +16 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 653 |
Differences are the Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD minus the Specialized Epic Hardtail. Full charts: 2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail, 2022 Cannondale F-Si Hi-MOD.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic HardtailCannondale F-Si Hi-MOD
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 | Cannondale F-Si Hi-MODHi-MOD 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | not listed | Cannondale F-Si |
| Fork | not listed | Cannondale Ocho |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano XTR M9250 |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano XTR |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano XT |
| Chain | not listed | Shimano XT |
| Crankset | not listed | Cannondale HollowGram |
| Chainring | not listed | Cannondale OPI SpideRing |
| Wheelset | not listed | Cannondale HollowGram 25 |
| Tire | not listed | Schwalbe Racing Ray EVO, Schwalbe Racing Ralph EVO |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano XTR Hydraulic Disc |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano SM-RT86 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Cannondale 1 Flat |
| Stem | not listed | Cannondale 1 |
| Grips | not listed | ESI Chunky |
| Headset | not listed | Cannondale Integrated 1-1/8 to 1.5 |
| Saddle | not listed | Prologo Dimension NDR |
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