2026 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Expert Shimano Di2, FOX Performance Elite vs 2026 Specialized Chisel Comp
The M is the Specialized Chisel Comp size closest to your M (High) Specialized Epic 8 EVO Expert Shimano Di2, FOX Performance Elite. 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 Comp
Compared with the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Expert Shimano Di2, FOX Performance Elite in M (High), the Specialized Chisel Comp in M places the top of the head tube 5 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 6 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +5 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −6 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +0.6°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic 8 EVO Expert Shimano Di2, FOX Performance Elite, M (High)Specialized Chisel Comp, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic 8 EVO Expert Shimano Di2, FOX Performance Elite M (High) | Specialized Chisel Comp M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 445mm | 445 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 601mm | 606 | +5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 65.9° | 66.5 | +0.6° |
| Seat tube angle | 75° | 75.5 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 605mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 435mm | 437 | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1183mm | 1177 | −6 mm |
| BB drop | not listed | not listed | |
| BB height | 335mm | 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 Specialized Chisel Comp minus the Specialized Epic 8 EVO Expert Shimano Di2, FOX Performance Elite. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Epic 8 EVO Expert Shimano Di2, FOX Performance Elite, 2026 Specialized Chisel Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic 8 EVO Expert Shimano Di2, FOX Performance EliteSpecialized Chisel Comp
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 Expert Shimano Di2, FOX Performance EliteEVO Expert - Shimano XT Di2, FOX Performance Elite | Specialized Chisel CompChisel Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Fox SL Performance Elite | RockShox SID Select+ 3P |
| Rear shock | Fox Float Performance Elite | RockShox Deluxe Select+ |
| Shifter | Shimano XT Di2 | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT Di2 | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8200 | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission |
| Chain | Shimano XT | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission |
| Crankset | Shimano XT M8200 | SRAM X1000 Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano MT801 | SRAM DUB GX |
| Wheelset | Roval Control SL | Specialized Alloy |
| Tire | Specialized Purgatory, Specialized Ground Control | Specialized Ground Control, Specialized Fast Trak |
| Brake | Shimano XT M8200 | SRAM DB6 |
| Dropper post | X-Fusion Manic | TranzX dropper internal routing |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Comp | Specialized Body Geometry Power Sport |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 Alloy |
| Chainring | not listed | SRAM Eagle AXS |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM CenterLine |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized alloy |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized 3D-forged alloy |
| Grips | not listed | Specialized Trail |
| Seatpost | not listed | TranzX 30.9mm |
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