2020 Specialized Fuse Comp 29 vs 2018 Specialized Stumpjumper 27.5 Frameset

What changes on the Specialized Stumpjumper 27.5 Frameset

Compared with the Specialized Fuse Comp 29 in M, the Specialized Stumpjumper 27.5 Frameset in S places the top of the head tube 35 mm lower and 52 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 66 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.

Frame stack

−35 mm

Lower front end

Frame reach

−52 mm

Shorter frame reach

Wheelbase

−66 mm

Shorter: quicker to change direction

Head angle

+0.5°

Steeper: sharper steering

Chainstays

n/a

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The two frames

We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Fuse Comp 29 numbers we have for size M are missing the chainstay length. The numbers below still compare.

Geometry side by side

Differences are the Specialized Stumpjumper 27.5 Frameset minus the Specialized Fuse Comp 29. Full charts: 2020 Specialized Fuse Comp 29, 2018 Specialized Stumpjumper 27.5 Frameset.

Where each sits in its class

Specialized Fuse Comp 29Specialized Stumpjumper 27.5 Frameset

Each bike is ranked against the other trail 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.