2026 Specialized Rockhopper Sport vs 2027 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
The XL is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA size closest to your XL-29 Specialized Rockhopper Sport. 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 SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
Compared with the Specialized Rockhopper Sport in XL-29, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA 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
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Rockhopper Sport numbers we have for size XL-29 are missing the chainstay length. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Rockhopper Sport XL-29 | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 465 | 480mm | +15 mm |
| Stack | 640 | 636mm | −4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5 | 68.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74° | +0.5° |
| Wheelbase | 1178 | 1178mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 62 | 63mm | +1 mm |
| BB height | 310 | 309mm | −1 mm |
| Standover | 820 | 847mm | +27 mm |
| Seat tube length | 500 | 520mm | +20 mm |
| Head tube length | 120 | 125mm | +5 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 662mm | |
| Chainstay length | not listed | 430mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 506mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA minus the Specialized Rockhopper Sport. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Rockhopper Sport, 2027 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Rockhopper SportSpecialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
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 SportSport | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBAHardtail Comp - SRAM Eagle 70, RockShox REBA |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Rockhopper | not listed |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCM | RockShox Reba |
| Shifter | Shimano CUES | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano CUES | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES | not listed |
| Chain | KMC eGlide | SRAM Transmission |
| Crankset | Specialized Stout Pro | not listed |
| Wheelset | Specialized alloy, disc only, double-wall, 25mm inner width, 32h | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Ground Control 2BR | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Air Trak |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | SRAM DB4 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Mini Rise | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Stem | Specialized Stout | not listed |
| Grips | Specialized Trail | not listed |
| Seatpost | Alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 30.9mm | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Bridge Sport | Specialized Power Comp |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
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