2026 Specialized Epic 8 Expert Shimano Di2, RockShox Select+ vs 2026 Yeti ASR T3
The M is the Yeti ASR T3 size closest to your S (Low) Specialized Epic 8 Expert Shimano Di2, RockShox Select+. 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 Expert Shimano Di2, RockShox Select+ in S (Low), the Yeti ASR T3 in M places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher and 25 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +3 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +25 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- +0.6°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Only the Specialized Epic 8 Expert Shimano Di2, RockShox Select+ is drawn. The Yeti ASR T3 numbers we have for size M are missing the wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic 8 Expert Shimano Di2, RockShox Select+ S (Low) | Yeti ASR T3 M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 420mm | 445 | +25 mm |
| Stack | 597mm | 600 | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 65.9° | 66.5 | +0.6° |
| Seat tube angle | 76° | 75.5 | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 569mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 435mm | 437 | +2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1147mm | not listed | |
| BB drop | 46mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 324mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 755mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 390mm | not listed | |
| Fork length | 530mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 92mm | not listed |
Differences are the Yeti ASR T3 minus the Specialized Epic 8 Expert Shimano Di2, RockShox Select+. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Epic 8 Expert Shimano Di2, RockShox Select+, 2026 Yeti ASR T3.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic 8 Expert Shimano Di2, RockShox Select+Yeti 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 Expert Shimano Di2, RockShox Select+Expert - Shimano XT Di2, RockShox Select+ | Yeti ASR T3T3 X0 AXS TRANSMISSION |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized FACT 11m | Yeti ASR |
| Fork | RockShox SID Select+ | RockShox SID Ultimate SL |
| Rear shock | RockShox SID LUXE Select+ | RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate |
| Shifter | Shimano Di2 XT | SRAM Pod Controller |
| Derailleur | Shimano Di2 XT | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano XT M8200 | not listed |
| Chain | Shimano XT | not listed |
| Crankset | Shimano XT M8200 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano MT801 | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval Control SL V | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano XT M8200 | Yeti Motive Silver |
| Handlebar | Specialized Minirise | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized XC | not listed |
| Grips | SRAM Slip-on | not listed |
| Dropper post | X-Fusion Manic | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Comp | not listed |
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