2023 Specialized Epic Pro LTD vs 2024 Cannondale Scalpel
The M is the Cannondale Scalpel size closest to your M Specialized Epic Pro LTD. 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
Compared with the Specialized Epic Pro LTD in M, the Cannondale Scalpel in M places the top of the head tube 6 mm higher 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
- +6 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +21 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.9°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Epic Pro LTD, MCannondale Scalpel, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic Pro LTD M | Cannondale Scalpel M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 445mm | 450 | +5 mm |
| Stack | 591mm | 597 | +6 mm |
| Head tube angle | 67.5° | 66.6 | −0.9° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 75.5 | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 433mm | 438 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1148mm | 1169 | +21 mm |
| BB drop | 48mm | 42 | −6 mm |
| BB height | 324mm | 334 | +10 mm |
| Standover | 766mm | 744 | −22 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 400 | −30 mm |
| Fork length | 505mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 90 | −10 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 597 |
Differences are the Cannondale Scalpel minus the Specialized Epic Pro LTD. Full charts: 2023 Specialized Epic Pro LTD, 2024 Cannondale Scalpel.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic Pro LTDCannondale Scalpel
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 Pro LTDPro LTD | Cannondale Scalpel1 |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | RockShox SID SL BRAIN | Fox Float 34 SC Factory |
| Rear shock | RockShox BRAIN | Fox Float SL EVOL SV Factory |
| Shifter | SRAM Pod Controller | SRAM Pod Controller |
| Derailleur | SRAM X0 Eagle AXS | SRAM X0 Eagle AXS |
| Cassette | SRAM X0 Eagle | SRAM X0 Eagle |
| Chain | SRAM X0 Eagle | SRAM X0 |
| Crankset | SRAM X0 Eagle | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | SRAM DUB |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Renegade | Maxxis Rekon Race WT, Maxxis Aspen WT |
| Hub | DT Swiss 350 | DT Swiss 240 |
| Rim | Roval Control | DT Swiss XRC 1501 |
| Brake | SRAM Stealth Bronze | SRAM Level Stealth Silver |
| Seatpost | Specialized Bike Yoke Divine SL | Fox Transfer SL |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Expert | Prologo Dimension NDR |
| Frame | not listed | Cannondale Scalpel |
| Chainring | not listed | SRAM X0 |
| Wheelset | not listed | DT Swiss XCR 1501 Spline |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM HS2 |
| Handlebar | not listed | SystemBar |
| Stem | not listed | SystemBar |
| Grips | not listed | Cannondale Silicone |
| Headset | not listed | Acros ICR |
| Dropper post | not listed | Fox Transfer SL Performance Elite |
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