2024 Specialized Rockhopper Expert vs 2022 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp
The XL is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp size closest to your XL - 29 Specialized Rockhopper Expert. 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 Epic Hardtail Comp
Compared with the Specialized Rockhopper Expert in XL - 29, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp in XL places the top of the head tube 4 mm lower and 15 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −4 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +15 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −2 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −10 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Specialized Rockhopper Expert, XL - 29Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Rockhopper Expert XL - 29 | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 465mm | 480mm | +15 mm |
| Stack | 640mm | 636mm | −4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 68.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 74° | +0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 440mm | 430mm | −10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1178mm | 1176mm | −2 mm |
| Standover | 820mm | 847mm | +27 mm |
| Seat tube length | 500mm | 520mm | +20 mm |
| Fork length | 515mm | 506mm | −9 mm |
| Head tube length | 120mm | 125mm | +5 mm |
| BB drop | not listed | 63mm | |
| BB height | not listed | 309mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp minus the Specialized Rockhopper Expert. Full charts: 2024 Specialized Rockhopper Expert, 2022 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Rockhopper ExpertSpecialized Epic Hardtail 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 Rockhopper ExpertExpert | Specialized Epic Hardtail CompHardtail Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized A1 premium butted | not listed |
| Fork | RockShox Judy | RockShox Reba RL |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore M5100 | SRAM GX |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore M5100 | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Chain | Shimano CN-LG500 | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Crankset | Specialized Stout | SRAM X1 1000 Eagle |
| Wheelset | Specialized Alloy | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Ground Control 2BR | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Renegade |
| Hub | Formula DC-20 front, Formula DC-22 rear | not listed |
| Rim | Specialized hookless | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | SRAM TL |
| Rotor | Shimano MT200 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Stout | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Stem | Specialized Stout | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized Trail | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Bridge Sport | Specialized Power Sport |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
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