2020 Specialized Epic Comp EVO vs 2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE
The XL (29") is the Cannondale Scalpel SE size closest to your L Specialized Epic Comp EVO. 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 Cannondale Scalpel SE
Compared with the Specialized Epic Comp EVO in L, the Cannondale Scalpel SE in XL (29") places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 21 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +21 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.1°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic Comp EVO, LCannondale Scalpel SE, XL (29")Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Comp EVO L | Cannondale Scalpel SE XL (29") | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 446mm | 451 | +5 mm |
| Stack | 624mm | 625 | +1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68.5° | 68.6 | +0.1° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.8° | 72.1 | −1.7° |
| Chainstay length | 438mm | 436 | −2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1159mm | 1180 | +21 mm |
| BB drop | 32mm | 27 | −5 mm |
| BB height | 340mm | 345 | +5 mm |
| Standover | 782mm | 891 | +109 mm |
| Seat tube length | 470mm | 520 | +50 mm |
| Fork length | 526mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 125mm | 134 | +9 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 653 |
Differences are the Cannondale Scalpel SE minus the Specialized Epic Comp EVO. Full charts: 2020 Specialized Epic Comp EVO, 2018 Cannondale Scalpel SE.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic Comp 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 Comp EVOComp EVO | Cannondale Scalpel SESE 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox Reba RL 29 | Lefty 2.0 |
| Rear shock | RockShox Brain shock | Fox Float DPS EVOL SV Performance Elite |
| Shifter | SRAM NX Eagle | SRAM GX Eagle 12 |
| Derailleur | SRAM NX Eagle | SRAM X01 Eagle |
| Cassette | SRAM NX Eagle | SRAM 1275 Eagle |
| Chain | SRAM SX Eagle | SRAM GX Eagle |
| Crankset | TruVativ Stylo | TruVativ Stylo Eagle |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | Cannondale PressFit30 |
| Pedals | Specialized PROVIDED BY | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Ground Control, Specialized Fast Trak | Maxxis Ardent 2.4”/2.25 |
| Brake | SRAM TL | Shimano XT hydro |
| Handlebar | Specialized Mini Rise | Cannondale C3 |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | Fabric Scoop |
| Frame | not listed | Cannondale Scalpel-Si |
| Hub | not listed | Lefty 60 |
| Rim | not listed | Stan's NoTubes NoTubes ZTR |
| Stem | not listed | Cannondale C1 |
| Headset | not listed | Cannondale HeadShok Si |
| Dropper post | not listed | Race Face Turbine dropper |
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