2026 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp vs 2026 Yeti ASR T3
The M is the Yeti ASR T3 size closest to your M (Low) Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp. 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 Yeti ASR T3
Compared with the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp in M (Low), the Yeti ASR T3 in M places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- +1.1°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Only the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp is drawn. The Yeti ASR T3 numbers we have for size M are missing the wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp M (Low) | Yeti ASR T3 M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 445mm | 445 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 601mm | 600 | −1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 65.4° | 66.5 | +1.1° |
| Seat tube angle | 75° | 75.5 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 605mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 435mm | 437 | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1183mm | not listed | |
| BB drop | 41mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 329mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 766mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 410mm | not listed | |
| Fork length | 540mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 95mm | not listed |
Differences are the Yeti ASR T3 minus the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Comp, 2026 Yeti ASR T3.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic 8 EVO CompYeti ASR T3
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 8 EVO CompEVO Comp | Yeti ASR T3T3 X0 AXS TRANSMISSION |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized FACT 11m | Yeti ASR |
| Fork | Fox SL Performance | RockShox SID Ultimate SL |
| Rear shock | Fox Float Performance | RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate |
| Shifter | SRAM Pod Controller | SRAM Pod Controller |
| Derailleur | SRAM S1000 Eagle Transmission | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission | not listed |
| Crankset | SRAM S1000 Eagle | not listed |
| Chainring | SRAM Eagle | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | not listed |
| Wheelset | Specialized Alloy | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Purgatory, Specialized Ground Control | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Motive Bronze, SRAM Code RSC | Yeti Motive Silver |
| Rotor | SRAM Motive | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized alloy | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized Alloy | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized Trail | not listed |
| Dropper post | X-Fusion Manic | not listed |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | not listed |
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