2015 Specialized Epic 29 World Cup Frameset vs 2017 Trek X-Caliber

What changes on the Trek X-Caliber

Compared with the Specialized Epic 29 World Cup Frameset in M, the Trek X-Caliber in XL places the top of the head tube 23 mm higher and 35 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 62 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.

Frame stack

+23 mm

Higher front end

Frame reach

+35 mm

Longer frame reach

Wheelbase

+62 mm

Longer: steadier at speed

Head angle

−1.4°

Slacker: calmer steering

Chainstays

+6 mm

Longer: more planted

The two frames

We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Epic 29 World Cup Frameset numbers we have for size M are missing the seat angle. The numbers below still compare.

Geometry side by side

Differences are the Trek X-Caliber minus the Specialized Epic 29 World Cup Frameset. Full charts: 2015 Specialized Epic 29 World Cup Frameset, 2017 Trek X-Caliber.

Where each sits in its class

Specialized Epic 29 World Cup FramesetTrek X-Caliber

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.