2019 Specialized Epic Expert EVO vs 2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE
The Cannondale Scalpel SE size closest to your M is the L (29"). Compare the L (29") instead
What changes on the Cannondale Scalpel SE
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- Frame reach
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- Wheelbase
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- Head angle
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- Chainstays
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The two frames
Only the Specialized Epic Expert EVO is drawn. The Cannondale Scalpel SE numbers we have for size S (27.5") are missing the reach, stack, head angle, seat angle, chainstay length and wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Expert EVO M | Cannondale Scalpel SE S (27.5") | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 423mm | not listed | |
| Stack | 605mm | not listed | |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | not listed | |
| Seat tube angle | 73.8° | not listed | |
| Effective top tube | 599mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 438mm | not listed | |
| Wheelbase | 1132mm | not listed | |
| BB drop | 32mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 340mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 777mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 434mm | 400 | −34 mm |
| Fork length | 526mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 105mm | not listed |
Differences are the Cannondale Scalpel SE minus the Specialized Epic Expert EVO. Full charts: 2019 Specialized Epic Expert EVO, 2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic Expert EVOCannondale Scalpel SE
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 Epic Expert EVOExpert EVO | Cannondale Scalpel SESE 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Fox Performance | Lefty 2.0 |
| Rear shock | RockShox Brain shock | Fox Float DPS EVOL SV Performance Elite |
| Shifter | SRAM GX Eagle | SRAM GX Eagle 12 |
| Derailleur | SRAM GX Eagle | SRAM X01 Eagle |
| Cassette | SRAM GX Eagle | SRAM 1275 Eagle |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Crankset | TruVativ Stylo | TruVativ Stylo Eagle |
| Chainring | SRAM Eagle | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | Cannondale PressFit30 |
| Tire | Specialized Ground Control, Specialized Fast Trak | Maxxis Ardent 2.4”/2.25 |
| Rim | Roval Control | Stan's NoTubes NoTubes ZTR |
| Brake | SRAM Level TL | Shimano XT hydro |
| Handlebar | Specialized Mini Rise | Cannondale C3 |
| Grips | Specialized Sip Grip | not listed |
| Dropper post | X-Fusion Manic | Race Face Turbine dropper |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Comp | Fabric Scoop |
| Frame | not listed | Cannondale Scalpel-Si |
| Hub | not listed | Lefty 60 |
| Stem | not listed | Cannondale C1 |
| Headset | not listed | Cannondale HeadShok Si |
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