2027 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA vs 2025 Specialized Chisel Hardtail
The M is the Specialized Chisel Hardtail size closest to your M Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA. 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 Hardtail
Compared with the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA in M, the Specialized Chisel Hardtail in M places the top of the head tube 3 mm lower 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
- −3 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 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 Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA, MSpecialized Chisel Hardtail, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA M | Specialized Chisel Hardtail M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 430mm | 430mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 608mm | 605mm | −3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 68° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 604mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 430mm | 432mm | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1117mm | 1124mm | +7 mm |
| BB drop | 63mm | 63mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 309mm | 309mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 792mm | 792mm | ±0 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 Hardtail minus the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA. Full charts: 2027 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA, 2025 Specialized Chisel Hardtail.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBASpecialized Chisel Hardtail
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 Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBAHardtail Comp - SRAM Eagle 70, RockShox REBA | Specialized Chisel HardtailHardtail |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Reba | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM Transmission | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Air Trak | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM DB4 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Mini Rise | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Comp | not listed |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 |
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