2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail vs 2021 Specialized Chisel
The XS is the Specialized Chisel size closest to your XS 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 Specialized Chisel
Compared with the Specialized Epic Hardtail 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, XSSpecialized Chisel, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail 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. Full charts: 2021 Specialized Epic Hardtail, 2021 Specialized Chisel.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic HardtailSpecialized 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 | Specialized ChiselChisel |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | not listed | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 |
| Fork | not listed | RockShox Judy |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Deore |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano Deore |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X-12 |
| Crankset | not listed | Specialized Stout Pro |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Fast Trak |
| Hub | not listed | Shimano MT410-B |
| Rim | not listed | Specialized hookless |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano Deore M4100 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Power Sport |
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