2026 Trek Marlin Gen 3 vs 2026 Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Trek Marlin Gen 3 numbers we have for size XXS are missing the reach, stack, head angle, seat angle and wheelbase. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Trek Marlin Gen 3 XXS | Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | not listed | 440mm | |
| Stack | not listed | 600mm | |
| Head tube angle | not listed | 66.5° | |
| Seat tube angle | not listed | 74.5° | |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 612mm | |
| Chainstay length | 433 | 430mm | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | not listed | 1150mm | |
| BB drop | 38 | 57mm | +19 mm |
| Standover | not listed | 764mm | |
| Seat tube length | not listed | 410mm | |
| Head tube length | not listed | 95mm | |
| Stack-to-reach | not listed | not listed | |
| BB height | not listed | 313mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 516mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset minus the Trek Marlin Gen 3. Full charts: 2026 Trek Marlin Gen 3, 2026 Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Trek Marlin Gen 3Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset
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 | Trek Marlin Gen 34 Gen 3 | Specialized Epic World Cup RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate FramesetS-Works - RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Trek Alpha Silver | not listed |
| Fork | SR Suntour XCE 28 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Acera M315 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano CUES U2000 ESSA | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano HG300 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC Z8.3 | not listed |
| Crankset | Prowheel Alloy | not listed |
| Chainring | narrow-wide | not listed |
| Pedals | Nylon Platform | not listed |
| Wheelset | Bontrager Connection | not listed |
| Tire | Bontrager Montrose | not listed |
| Rim | Bontrager Connection | not listed |
| Brake | Tektro HD-M275 | not listed |
| Rotor | Tektro 6-bolt | not listed |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Alloy | not listed |
| Stem | Bontrager Comp | not listed |
| Grips | Trek Line Comp | not listed |
| Headset | Semi-integrated 1-1/8" | not listed |
| Seatpost | Bontrager Alloy | Roval Control SL |
| Saddle | Bontrager Verse Short | not listed |
| Rear shock | not listed | RockShox SIDLuxe WCID Ultimate |
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