2026 Giant XTC SLR 29 vs 2027 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
The Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA
Compared with the Giant XTC SLR 29 in M, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA in XL places the top of the head tube 29 mm higher and 40 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 42 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +29 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +40 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +42 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −10 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Giant XTC SLR 29, MSpecialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Giant XTC SLR 29 M | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 440 | 480mm | +40 mm |
| Stack | 607 | 636mm | +29 mm |
| Head tube angle | 69.5 | 68.5° | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.0 | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 440 | 430mm | −10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1136 | 1178mm | +42 mm |
| BB drop | 58 | 63mm | +5 mm |
| Standover | 757 | 847mm | +90 mm |
| Seat tube length | 431 | 520mm | +89 mm |
| Head tube length | 95 | 125mm | +30 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 662mm | |
| BB height | not listed | 309mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 506mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA minus the Giant XTC SLR 29. Full charts: 2026 Giant XTC SLR 29, 2027 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBA.
Where each sits in its class
Giant XTC SLR 29Specialized 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 | Giant XTC SLR 29SLR 29 1 | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp SRAM 70, RockShox REBAHardtail Comp - SRAM Eagle 70, RockShox REBA |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Giant XTC | not listed |
| Fork | Giant Crest | RockShox Reba |
| Shifter | Shimano SLX M7100 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7100 | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X-12 | SRAM Transmission |
| Crankset | Shimano SLX | not listed |
| Wheelset | Giant XCT | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Recon Race | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Air Trak |
| Brake | Shimano MT500 | SRAM DB4 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect XC | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Stem | Giant Contact | not listed |
| Grips | Giant Sole-O | not listed |
| Dropper post | Giant Contact Switch Core | not listed |
| Saddle | Giant ErgoContact Trail | Specialized Power Comp |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
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