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Scott Scale RC vs Specialized Epic 9: geometry and fit comparison

Matched sizes, stack and reach deltas, and a fit check against your own body instead of guessing from two separate size charts.

2023cross-country geometry
Scott Scale RC
4 sizes: S, M, L, XL
Full size guide
2026cross-country geometry
Specialized Epic 9
4 sizes: S, M, L, XL
Full size guide
In one look

The Scott Scale RC is built as a cross-country geometry frame, the Specialized Epic 9 as a cross-country geometry frame. The Specialized Epic 9 cockpit is slightly longer, by about 5 mm. Across matched sizes the Scott Scale RC and Specialized Epic 9 front ends are within a few millimetres of each other, so posture will depend more on cockpit setup than on the frame.

Switching from a Scott Scale RC?

Your closest Specialized Epic 9 size, and what will still feel different about the position.

You ride the Scott Scale RC inTake the Specialized Epic 9 inThe position will feel
SS6.2999999999999545 mm lower · 1.5 mm longer
MM0.8999999999999773 mm lower · 7.699999999999989 mm longer
LL0.8999999999999773 mm lower · 16.399999999999977 mm longer
XLL10.100000000000023 mm lower · 11.199999999999989 mm shorterDifferent position

Which one fits you better?

Run the same measurements through both frames. The likely size and the full fit report can differ more than the spec sheets suggest.

Quick size check

What Scott Scale RC size fits you?

Get an instant frame estimate, then continue into the full fit report to check cockpit reach, bar drop, and setup risks before you buy.

No account needed for this check. The full report keeps this bike preselected.

Quick size check

What Specialized Epic 9 size fits you?

Get an instant frame estimate, then continue into the full fit report to check cockpit reach, bar drop, and setup risks before you buy.

No account needed for this check. The full report keeps this bike preselected.

FAQ

Which has the taller front end: Scott Scale RC or Specialized Epic 9?

Across matched sizes the Scott Scale RC and Specialized Epic 9 front ends are within a few millimetres of each other, so posture will depend more on cockpit setup than on the frame.

Can the same rider take different sizes on these two bikes?

Yes, and it happens often: frame labels are not standardized. Use the matched-size table for geometry, then run the fit check below with your own measurements for each bike.

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