The new Specialized Chisel is the lightest alloy dual-suspension bike in the world. It is 18.4% lighter than similar models in its category and, thanks to the kinematics and geometry of its bigger sister, the Epic 8, the Chisel delivers excellent performance on every ride. With D'Aluisio Smartweld, the Chisel boasts the lightest XC aluminum frame in its category. Each tube of the frame is highly manipulated and features differentiated thicknesses and profiles that provide stiffness where needed, for efficiency, vibration absorption, comfort, and optimal control. With 110mm of travel suspension tuned by Ride Dynamics, the Chisel's performance pedigree can be traced directly back to the Epic 8, the World Cup racing machine. The advanced suspension kinematics DNA of the Epic 8, the Ride Dynamics-tuned suspension, and the progressive geometry refined on the technical World Cup trails can all be found in the Chisel, making it more than capable of handling various terrains with confidence and speed. The Chisel is the most efficient bike in its category, thanks to the geometry and kinematics developed for the Epic 8. The advanced seat tube positions the rider in an optimal pedaling position. The optimized anti-squat reduces pedal-bob. Put it all together, and you'll understand how the Chisel translates every watt on the pedals into maximum forward motion. Specialized has designed the Flex Stay stays so that the suspension is at the top of its category while simultaneously eliminating the extra weight and maintenance of the pivots used in traditional designs. Extensive field and lab testing have shown that the Chisel has achieved the impossible: efficiency, control, and the lightness of the Flex Stay design common on carbon bikes with advanced alloy. The hydroformed one-piece seat tube includes the bearing seat and the bottom bracket, compared to a traditional alloy bike where the two components are welded. Thus, the Chisel sheds additional material and weight.
- D'Aluisio Smartweld hydroformed frame, with Flip Chip to adjust geometry, 110mm of travel.
- RockShox SID fork with 120mm travel and Rush Damper.
- RockShox DeLuxe Select shock tuned by Rude Dynamics.
- TranzX dropper seat post.
- Shimano SLX 12-speed drivetrain.
- Seat: Body Geometry Power Sport, steel rails.
- Handlebar: Specialized Alloy, 20mm rise, 31.8mm, 760mm wide.
- Grips: Specialized Trail Grips.
- Stem: Specialized, 3D-forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise.
- Seat post: TranzX Dropper post, 30.9mm, XS-SM: 100mm, M: 125mm, L-XL: 150mm.
- Gearing: 32t.
- Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB-MT501 BSA.
- Cassette: Shimano Deore M6100, 12spd w/Hyperglide , 10-51t.
- Chain: Shimano Deore M6100, 12spd w/quick link.
- Crankset: Shimano MT-511, 32t chainring.
- Rear derailleur: Shimano SLX M7100, SGS, 12-speed.
- Shifters: Shimano SLX, M7100, 12spd.
- Spokes: Stainless, 14g.
- Frame: Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 Alloy, Hydroformed tubes, Progressive XC Geometry, 110mm travel, internal cable routing, BSA BB, 12x148mm spacing, 30.9mm Dropper post compatible.
- Seat collar: Specialized Alloy, 34.9mm.
- Fork: RockShox SID, Rush damper, 44mm offset, 15x110mm thru-axle, 120mm of travel, Maxle Stealth.
- Shock: RockShox Deluxe Select , Ride Dynamics Tuned, Two Position, Rebound Adjust, 190x40mm.
- Front brake: Shimano M6100, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 180mm rotor.
- Brake Rear: Shimano M6100, 2-piston caliper, hydraulic disc, 160mm rotor.
- Rear tire: Specialized Fast Trak, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35.
- Front tire: Specialized Ground Control, Control Casing, T5 Compound, 29x2.35.
- Wheels: Specialized Alloy, Tubeless ready, 27mm inner width, disc, 28h.
- Rear hub: Shimano MT410-B, Centerlock 28h, 12x148 Boost, Microspline.
- Front hub: Shimano MT410-B, Centerlock 28h, 15x110 Boost.
- Inner tubes: Standard 40mm PV 29x1.75-2.4.
- Weight (size M): 12.86kg (28 lb, 5.6 oz).
- Color: Blue (Satin Metallic Deep Lake / Gloss White).
