2023 Specialized Epic EVO Pro vs 2024 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro
The XL is the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro size closest to your XL Specialized Epic EVO Pro. 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 Epic 8 EVO Pro
Compared with the Specialized Epic EVO Pro in XL, the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro in XL places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher and 10 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 20 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +3 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +10 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +20 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.6°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Specialized Epic EVO Pro, XLSpecialized Epic 8 EVO Pro, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic EVO Pro XL | Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 485mm | 495mm | +10 mm |
| Stack | 629mm | 632mm | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 66.5° | 65.9° | −0.6° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5° | 75° | +0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 438mm | 435mm | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1227mm | 1247mm | +20 mm |
| BB drop | 36mm | 39mm | +3 mm |
| BB height | 336mm | 331mm | −5 mm |
| Standover | 804mm | 779mm | −25 mm |
| Seat tube length | 520mm | 500mm | −20 mm |
| Fork length | 530mm | 540mm | +10 mm |
| Head tube length | 135mm | 130mm | −5 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro minus the Specialized Epic EVO Pro. Full charts: 2023 Specialized Epic EVO Pro, 2024 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Pro.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic EVO ProSpecialized Epic 8 EVO Pro
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 EVO ProEVO Pro | Specialized Epic 8 EVO ProEVO Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Fox FLOAT 34 Factory | Fox Factory |
| Rear shock | Fox FLOAT DPS Factory | Fox Float Factory |
| Shifter | SRAM Eagle AXS Rocker Paddle | SRAM Pod Controller |
| Derailleur | SRAM X01 Eagle AXS | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Cassette | SRAM X01 Eagle | SRAM 1295 |
| Chain | Specialized SRAX X01 Eagle | SRAM X0 Eagle |
| Crankset | SRAM X1 | SRAM X0 Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | SRAM DUB |
| Tire | Specialized Ground Control | Specialized Purgatory, Specialized Ground Control |
| Hub | DT Swiss 350 | not listed |
| Rim | Roval Control | Roval Control |
| Brake | SRAM G2 Ultimate | SRAM Code |
| Handlebar | Roval Control | Roval Control |
| Stem | Race Face Turbine | Race Face Turbine |
| Seatpost | Fox Transfer | Fox Transfer |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Expert | Specialized Power Expert |
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