2018 Trek X-Caliber Frameset vs 2019 Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp
The XS is the Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp size closest to your XS Trek X-Caliber Frameset. 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 Men's Hardtail Comp
Compared with the Trek X-Caliber Frameset in XS, the Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp in XS places the top of the head tube 23 mm higher and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 18 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +23 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +18 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.6°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Trek X-Caliber Frameset numbers we have for size XS are missing the seat angle. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Trek X-Caliber Frameset XS | Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 375 | 380mm | +5 mm |
| Stack | 566 | 589mm | +23 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.2° | 69.8° | +0.6° |
| Effective top tube | 538 | 549mm | +11 mm |
| Chainstay length | 425 | 430mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1036 | 1054mm | +18 mm |
| BB drop | 58 | 61mm | +3 mm |
| BB height | 296 | 309mm | +13 mm |
| Standover | 708 | 731mm | +23 mm |
| Seat tube length | 343 | 370mm | +27 mm |
| Head tube length | 90 | 95mm | +5 mm |
| Seat tube angle | not listed | 74° | |
| Fork length | not listed | 486mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp minus the Trek X-Caliber Frameset. Full charts: 2018 Trek X-Caliber Frameset, 2019 Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Trek X-Caliber FramesetSpecialized Epic Men's 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 | Trek X-Caliber FramesetX-Caliber Frameset | Specialized Epic Men's Hardtail CompMen's Hardtail Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Trek Alpha Gold | not listed |
| Fork | not listed | RockShox Reba RL 29 |
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Derailleur | not listed | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Cassette | not listed | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Chain | not listed | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Crankset | not listed | TruVativ Stylo |
| Chainring | not listed | SRAM Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Fast Trak |
| Rim | not listed | Roval Control |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM Level TL |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Grips | not listed | Specialized Sip Grip |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Phenom Comp |
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