2026 Specialized Epic 8 vs 2026 Mondraker F-Podium RR SL
The M is the Mondraker F-Podium RR SL size closest to your M (Low) Specialized Epic 8. 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 Mondraker F-Podium RR SL
Compared with the Specialized Epic 8 in M (Low), the Mondraker F-Podium RR SL in M places the top of the head tube 3 mm lower and 5 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −3 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +5 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −2 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- +0.6°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Epic 8, M (Low)Mondraker F-Podium RR SL, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic 8 M (Low) | Mondraker F-Podium RR SL M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 450mm | 455 mm | +5 mm |
| Stack | 598mm | 594.6 mm | −3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 65.9° | 66.5° | +0.6° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 76.2° | +0.7° |
| Effective top tube | 605mm | 601 mm | −4 mm |
| Chainstay length | 435mm | 435 mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1179mm | 1177 mm | −2 mm |
| BB drop | 44mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 326mm | 335 mm | +9 mm |
| Standover | 760mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 410mm | 440 mm | +30 mm |
| Fork length | 530mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 90 mm | −5 mm |
Differences are the Mondraker F-Podium RR SL minus the Specialized Epic 8. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Epic 8, 2026 Mondraker F-Podium RR SL.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic 8Mondraker F-Podium RR SL
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 8 | Mondraker F-Podium RR SLRR SL |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | not listed | Mondraker F-Podium 29 Stealth |
| Fork | not listed | RockShox SID Flight Attendant Ultimate |
| Rear shock | not listed | RockShox SIDLuxe Flight Attendant Ultimate |
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM Pod Controller Ultimate |
| Derailleur | not listed | SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS |
| Cassette | not listed | SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission |
| Chain | not listed | SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission |
| Crankset | not listed | SRAM XX SL |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | SRAM DUB |
| Tire | not listed | Maxxis Rekon |
| Hub | not listed | Mavic Infinity |
| Rim | not listed | Mavic Crossmax |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM Motive 4P Stealth Ultimate |
| Stem | not listed | Onoff S9 Integrated Carbon Handlebar |
| Grips | not listed | Ergon GRX |
| Headset | not listed | Acros IS52/ZS56 |
| Dropper post | not listed | RockShox Reverb AXS |
| Saddle | not listed | fizik Vento Argo X5 |
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