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Specialized Chisel Review

The Chisel Is Full-Sus!
The Chisel is the lightest alloy full suspension bike in the world. Perfect for cross country racing or ripping up local trails.

Specialized Chisel First Look
We recently had the opportunity to test ride the Chisel on some challenging trails in the Surrey hills, check out our video to see what we thought.

Lightweight And Affordable
The All-new Chisel is a lightweight, capable and affordable full suspension mountain bike. This lightweight frame which is 18.4% lighter than its closest competitor, will help riders fly up the climbs, while the suspension and efficient geometry makes it at home on both downcountry trails and when venturing off-piste.

Chisel Models
The Chisel range features two models, a Base and a Comp model, which we feature here. Both models in the range feature 29inch wheels with 2.35” Specialized Ground Control/Fast Trak tyres which delivering faster rolling speeds on bumpy trails. Both models also include 12-Speed x1 drivetrains and hydraulic disc brakes for efficient shifting and confident braking on a variety of off-road terrain.

D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 Alloy
The aluminium frame features D’Alusio Smartweld technology which delivers the highest strength at the lowest weight, by using stiffer joints with less flex, offering a lightweight and responsive ride. With the flipchip and progressive XC geometry based on the Epic 8, the steep seat tube angle positions the rider in the optimal pedalling position and the most comfortable position for those technical trail sections.

Chisel Is Now Full Suspension
The Chisel is equipped with 120mm front suspension and 110mm rear. All Chisel models include suspension lockout front and rear, and the Chisel frame will allow riders to upgrade to a 130mm fork depending on preference. The frame also features a flex stay rear end which offers riders the efficiency, control and lightness of a carbon flex stay design, from an alloy frame.

Dropper Post
Both Chisel models come equipped with a TranzX dropper seat post offering adjustable travel, meaning riders can move their saddle out of the way to gain more confidence and control on technical descents and terrain. The length of drop will depend on the size of frame you choose.

Whether you are starting your mountain biking journey, cross-country racing or looking for a lightweight full-sus bike but don’t want to break the bank, the Chisel could be for you.

[playmoreguitar]

Looking forward to getting my hands on a frame. The colour of that comp is revolting. Otherwise id pick it up and flog the junk parts. But i dont want to paint a new frame....

[razorree]

It's a bit funny, selling aluminium bike for 3k, when just a few weeks ago you could buy new carbon Specialized Enduro for ~3k lol

[smarki]

Hello at 2:57 what frame size is that please?

[jflaim]

Am I the only one that likes the color? LOL I wish it was a bit lighter but I love olive, avocado and sage color on bikes. Also I think they actually nailed this bike. Many on here made suggestions for a pike fork or slacker head are plenty of trail or enduro bikes that meet those criteria. I think with these components they could back price off to 3k even though, it is at a price where you can pick up an equally equipped carbon bike for the same price.

[lxstunxverse]

I don't understand the hype about it. You are paying 3300 for a bike with basic components except the fork. You can get a bike from Rose (made in Germany) with x01/Gx drive train, dropper and pike select + fork for 2300 and weights 13kg...

[MaQuGo]

I would like it more if it had more sloping

[KCycling]

Jeez the bike i have been waiting for but the base model is better but still is not a colour that is even remotely sexy. Specialized what are you

[escamunicha]

The chisel was beautiful as a hardtail. NOw it just looks like any other fulsus bike. THey could've used the EPIC ALLOY name instead.

[skeda]

I just wish they release a hardtail that is UDH so I can build it with xx1 transmission

[gravelDave]

Its the perfect bike in the wrong colour.😔