BICYCLE SPECIALIZED CHISEL COMP SHIMANO

The Chisel is the lightest dual-suspension alloy 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 Epic 8, the Chisel delivers excellent performance on every ride.

SPEED METAL: Thanks to D'Aluisio Smartweld, the Chisel boasts the lightest XC aluminum frame in its category. Each frame tube is highly manipulated and features differentiated thicknesses and profiles that provide stiffness where needed—for efficiency, vibration absorption, comfort and optimal control.

CAPACITY: with 110mm-travel suspension tuned by Ride Dynamics, the performance pedigree of the Chisel can be traced directly to the Epic 8, our World Cup race machine. The DNA of the advanced suspension kinematics of the Epic 8, the Ride Dynamics-tuned suspensions and the progressively refined geometry on World Cup technical courses can all be found in the Chisel, making it more than capable of handling diverse terrains with confidence and speed.

EFFICIENCY: The Chisel is the most efficient bike in its category, thanks to the geometry and kinematics developed for the Epic 8. The advanced seatpost 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.

SMOOTHER IS FASTER: We designed the Flex Stay struts so the suspension would be at the top of its category, while also eliminating the extra weight and maintenance of joints used in traditional designs. Extensive on-the-ground and lab testing have proven that the Chisel achieved the impossible: the efficiency, control and lightness of the Flex Stay design—common on carbon bikes—with an advanced alloy.

HYDROFORMED ALLOY: The one-piece hydroformed seat tube includes the headset and bottom bracket cavity, unlike a traditional alloy bike where these two components are welded. This way, the Chisel shaves off additional material and weight.