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2007 Specialized S-Works Epic Carbon Disc vs 2007 Trek 4300

The Specialized S-Works Epic Carbon Disc and Trek 4300 are both Cross Country bikes. The Specialized S-Works Epic Carbon Disc's frame is made from Carbon, while the Trek 4300's is Aluminium / Alloy. Both bikes have 26" wheels. The Specialized S-Works Epic Carbon Disc has Fox forks. The Trek 4300 comes in 13", 16", 18", 19.5", 21", 22.5".

  • Frameset
  • Frame Material
  • Frame
  • Fork
  • Shock
  • Motor
  • Battery
  • Wheels
  • Hubs
  • Wheels
  • Wheel Size
  • Spokes
  • Tires
  • Drivetrain
  • Chain
  • Crank
  • Bottom Bracket
  • Front Derailleur
  • Rear Derailleur
  • Shifters
  • Cassette
  • Pedals
  • Components
  • Brakeset
  • Brakeset Brand
  • Handlebar
  • Saddle
  • Seatpost
  • Stem
  • Grips
  • Headset
  • FACT M10 carbon front triangle, Az1 construction, M5 aluminum rear triangle , sealed cartridge bearing pivots, 100mm travel, FACT carbon link
  • Fox F100RLC, 100mm travel, air spring, alloy steerer
  • Specialized AFR Shock w/ Flow Control valve, adjustable from HT firm to Trail Tune , air spring, adjustable rebound
  • New Mavic CrossMax SL-R
  • New Mavic CrossMax SL-R
  • 26"
  • New Mavic CrossMax SL-R
  • S-Works Fast Trak 26x2.0"", tubeless ready, aramid bead
  • Shimano CN-7701 XTR
  • Shimano New XTR, Hollowtech II arms
  • Shimano New XTR, 2pc
  • New Shimano XTR, 34.9 clamp, bottom swing, dual pull
  • New Shimano XTR, standard spring, SGS cage
  • New Shimano XTR Rapid Fire trigger shifters 9-speed
  • Shimano New XTR, hydraulic disc, Center Lock 160mm rotor
  • SBC OS XC low rise carbon bar, 640mm wide, 6 degree up, 8 degree backsweep
  • Specialized BG Rival, Titanium rails
  • Thomson CNC alloy, 31.8mm OS clamp
  • 1 1/8"" threadless, integrated alloy cups, sealed cartridge bearing
  • Alpha SL Aluminum
  • Alloy front, Shimano RM60 rear hub; Bontrager Camino rims
  • 26"
  • Bontrager Connection Trail, 26x2.0"
  • SR XCC-T102 42/34/24
  • Shimano C050
  • Shimano Alivio
  • Shimano EF50, 8 speed
  • Tektro V w/Shimano EF50 levers
  • Bontrager Crowbar Sport, 25mm rise
  • Bontrager Select Basic
  • Bontrager Sport
  • Bontrager Sport, 25 degree
  • Aheadset Slimstak w/semi-cartridge bearings, sealed

Why it pays to compare

Mountain Bikes are complicated machines.

They have parts from hundreds of different manufacturers, come in all shapes and sizes (and colours) and are all suited for different purposes. Choosing the right new (or used) Mountain Bike is a complicated, confusing and highly emotional (think buying a new car- the shiny red one is the best choice right?).

Comparing mountain bikes helps bring a bit of logic and reason into the decision process. Not only will comparing mountain bikes save you money, but you'll also find the bike most suitable to you, your riding style and your budget. Plus, when you do hit the Buy Now button, you'll have the confidence you're choosing the perfect bike for you.

It's easy to get carried away by the most rad looking frame, with the coolest paint job and the most aggressive new geometry, but the components are one of the most important things to consider.

A wise Mountain biker

What to compare

Components

It's essential to know which components make up a bike. From there you can compare the differences, such as build quality, performance, features, weight and price. This takes some of the guesswork out of buying a mountain bike.

Here are the components that have the biggest impact on your ride. You should be paying particular attention to these:

  • Fork
  • Shock
  • Drivetrain (Derailleur, shifter, cranks, chain etc.)
  • Brakeset
  • Wheels
Price

Ultimately, for most of us, price is the deciding factor and you want to get the most bang for your buck. Comparing the price of mountain bikes, along with which components you're getting, helps you determine what you're actually paying for. Are you spending your hard-earned dollars on a quality bike frame, with quality components and a solid warranty? Or are you simply paying for a brand name?

Reviews

Nothing is more helpful than what real people think about a bike. It's the next best thing to riding one yourself. Reviews give you a real insight into how a bike actually rides, instead of just what the numbers seem to say about it.

Warranties

Different bike companies have different warranties. It's important to compare the length of these warranties, what they'll cover and who's covered.

How to compare

  1. Search for mountain bikes that you'd like to compare.
  2. Tap Compare. You're done. No really, you are.
  3. A huge comparison table comes up, allowing you to compare components and specs for each bike.
  4. Want to delve into a bike a bit more? Click on the bike's name to view in-depth info, reviews, prices, specifications, images and more.