2022 Specialized Chisel Hardtail vs 2024 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp
The XS is the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp size closest to your XS Specialized Chisel Hardtail. 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
Compared with the Specialized Chisel Hardtail in XS, the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp in XS places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 6 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +3 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −6 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- −2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Chisel Hardtail, XSSpecialized Epic Hardtail Comp, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel Hardtail XS | Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 385mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 591mm | 594mm | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68° | 68.5° | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 432mm | 430mm | −2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1070mm | 1064mm | −6 mm |
| BB drop | 68mm | 63mm | −5 mm |
| BB height | 304mm | 309mm | +5 mm |
| Standover | 732mm | 732mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 367mm | 367mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 486mm | 486mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 95mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp minus the Specialized Chisel Hardtail. Full charts: 2022 Specialized Chisel Hardtail, 2024 Specialized Epic Hardtail Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Chisel HardtailSpecialized Epic 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 | Specialized Chisel HardtailHardtail | Specialized Epic Hardtail CompHardtail Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 | not listed |
| Fork | RockShox Judy | RockShox SID SL |
| Shifter | SRAM SX Eagle | SRAM GX |
| Derailleur | SRAM SX Eagle | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Cassette | SRAM SX Eagle | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle | SRAM NX Eagle |
| Crankset | SRAM SX Eagle | SRAM X1000 Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM PowerSpline | SRAM DUB |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Renegade |
| Rim | Specialized hookless | not listed |
| Brake | SRAM T | SRAM 2-piston Bronze |
| Handlebar | Specialized Mini Rise | Specialized Mini Rise |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | Specialized Power Sport |
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