2019 Merida BIG.NINE TEAM vs 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset
The XL is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset size closest to your XXL Merida BIG.NINE TEAM. 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 Frameset
Compared with the Merida BIG.NINE TEAM in XXL, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset in XL places the top of the head tube 27 mm lower and 6 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 9 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −27 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −6 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −9 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.2°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −3 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida BIG.NINE TEAM, XXLSpecialized Epic Hardtail Frameset, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida BIG.NINE TEAM XXL | Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 468 | 462mm | −6 mm |
| Stack | 664 | 637mm | −27 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 69.8° | −0.2° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 74° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 665 | 649mm | −16 mm |
| Chainstay length | 433 | 430mm | −3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1163 | 1154mm | −9 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 61mm | −4 mm |
| Standover | 842 | 845mm | +3 mm |
| Seat tube length | 584 | 520mm | −64 mm |
| Fork length | 506 | 506mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 145 | 125mm | −20 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 309mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset minus the Merida BIG.NINE TEAM. Full charts: 2019 Merida BIG.NINE TEAM, 2019 Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset.
Where each sits in its class
Merida BIG.NINE TEAMSpecialized Epic Hardtail 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 | Merida BIG.NINE TEAMTEAM | Specialized Epic Hardtail Frameset |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida BIG.NINE CF5 | not listed |
| Fork | RockShox SID World Cup | not listed |
| Derailleur | SRAM XX1 Eagle | not listed |
| Cassette | SRAM XX1 Eagle | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM XX1 Eagle | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM BB DUB PF MTB 92 | not listed |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum Red Passion 3 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Ikon | not listed |
| Hub | attached | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM Level Ultimate | not listed |
| Rotor | SRAM Centerline X | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida TEAM CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida Team CC | not listed |
| Grips | Merida TEAM CC | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida TEAM CC | not listed |
| Saddle | Prologo Scratch 2 | not listed |
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