2026 Specialized Epic 8 Comp vs 2026 Yeti ASR T3
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Yeti ASR T3
- Frame stack
- +7 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- +84 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.1°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +4 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Epic 8 Comp numbers we have for size XS (High) are missing the reach. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Epic 8 Comp XS (High) | Yeti ASR T3 L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | not listed | 465 | |
| Stack | 603mm | 610 | +7 mm |
| Head tube angle | 66.4° | 66.5 | +0.1° |
| Seat tube angle | 76.5° | 75.5 | −1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 535mm | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 435mm | 439 | +4 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1117mm | 1201 | +84 mm |
| BB drop | not listed | not listed | |
| BB height | 323mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 748mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 370mm | not listed | |
| Fork length | 530mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 92mm | not listed |
Differences are the Yeti ASR T3 minus the Specialized Epic 8 Comp. Full charts: 2026 Specialized Epic 8 Comp, 2026 Yeti ASR T3.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Epic 8 CompYeti ASR T3
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 CompComp | Yeti ASR T3T3 X0 AXS TRANSMISSION |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized FACT 11m | Yeti TURQ Series |
| Fork | RockShox SID Select | RockShox SID Ultimate |
| Rear shock | RockShox SID LUXE Select+ | RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate |
| Shifter | SRAM Pod Controller | SRAM Pod Controller |
| Derailleur | SRAM S1000 Eagle Transmission | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Cassette | SRAM Eagle 70 Transmission | not listed |
| Chain | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Crankset | SRAM S1000 Eagle | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Chainring | SRAM S1000 | SRAM X0 Eagle Transmission |
| Bottom bracket | SRAM DUB | SRAM DUB |
| Wheelset | Specialized 29 Alloy | DT Swiss XRC 1700 |
| Tire | Specialized Fast Trak, Specialized Air Trak | Maxxis Rekon, Maxxis Rekon Race |
| Brake | SRAM Motive Bronze | SRAM Motive Silver |
| Rotor | SRAM Motive Silver | SRAM Centerline X |
| Handlebar | Specialized Mini Rise | Race Face Next SL |
| Stem | Specialized 3D-forged | BikeYoke BarKeeper |
| Grips | SRAM Slip | not listed |
| Dropper post | X-Fusion Manic | crankbrothers Highline 11 |
| Seatpost | X-Fusion Manic | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | WTB Solano |
| Headset | not listed | Cane Creek Hellbender Lite |
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