2026 Specialized Epic 8 vs 2026 Mondraker F-Podium RR SL
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Mondraker F-Podium RR SL
- Frame stack
- −33 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- −66 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +0.1°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Epic 8 numbers we have for size XL (High) are missing the reach. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic 8 XL (High) | Mondraker F-Podium RR SL M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | not listed | 455 mm | |
| Stack | 628mm | 594.6 mm | −33 mm |
| Head tube angle | 66.4° | 66.5° | +0.1° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 76.2° | +0.7° |
| Effective top tube | 662mm | 601 mm | −61 mm |
| Chainstay length | 435mm | 435 mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1243mm | 1177 mm | −66 mm |
| BB drop | not listed | not listed | |
| BB height | 333mm | 335 mm | +2 mm |
| Standover | 774mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 500mm | 440 mm | −60 mm |
| Fork length | 530mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 130mm | 90 mm | −40 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
AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
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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