Max Dropper post size

Does anyone know maximum dropper post size Chisel 2021 (size M) could handle?

 

The m 6100 on my chisel, are not the best for stopping power
They got a little better after the pads bedded on rotor. But yes still pretty weak brakes.

 

Would the 6100 levers be a big improvement if I keep the M410 calipers on my bike? I found that I can get the levers for around $60. I also found some 6100 brake sets for around $160. The calipers on the M410 vs the M6100 look very similar.

 

I'm looking for something I can ride with my boys on varied terrain, gravel, parking lots, paved/gravel trails.

I have a SJ for my trail rides. Is the Chisel too steep for a general light duty play bike? I love the weight vs. the Fuse and the Fuse fork is overkill for what we'll be doing, so I'm really intrigued by the Chisel, just can't figure if its too hard core XC oriented.

Thanks

 

I think that the chisel would be an awesome general purpose bike, but if you don't plan to trail ride the rockhopper will be a lot cheaper option and and probably fit your needs. I test rode both bikes this year and can tell you that the geometry is very similar on both bikes. I don't think that you will feel like the 2021 chisel is to XC oriented. The Chisel is overall a better quality bike that will take more abuse than than the rockhopper, but also cost 20-40% more (depending on model). Right now it is also very difficult to find a Rockhopper in stock.

 

I was told by Specialized that the max chainring on the 2021 frame is 36t. On my 2018, I have a 36t and there is probably less than 3mm of clearance. Not sure I would push it to 38 because a tiny bit of frame flex would result in rubbing.

 

Thanks! My own frame is a 2020. Have someone tried to fit a 38T chainring?

 

Does anyone know where to get a replacement seatpost clamp? I see that Salsa now has a liplock 30.8mm but am wondering if there is a stock clamp available.

 

If not stock, search for Cruel Components 30,9 mm.

 

Thank you all for the replies. I finally got the fork this week and took it to our LBS.
Super stoked how it all came out and how much of a difference it does make.

I am glad I went with the Fox 32SC.

Thanks again!

 

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I`ve picked 2021 Spec Chisel in Raspbery three days ago. I could choose between 2020 (slightly cheaper) and new model, and went with new one because I like Shimano drivetrain better, and new geo was also important for me.

I`m 187cm and ride large, it fits perfect. So far I did around 80km on my local tracks. Handling is fast and responsive, acceleration is superb. Cockpit feels ok, saddle is pretty comfy, we`ll see on longer trips.
Drivetrain is precise, on my other FS bike I have XT shifter so on Chisel I sometimes miss the option to drop 2 gears with one push.

Bike is stock except I went tubeless with Trezado valves and sealant - it was fast and easy with cheap floor pump.

If you are interested here is weight of:
- front wheel + 180mm rotor - 1070g
- rear wheel + cassette + 160mm rotor - 1950g
- tire - 740g
- tube - 274g

Tomorrow I go for a mountain trip so I can give you more details how this bike handles on steep climbs/descents.

 

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I`ve picked 2021 Spec Chisel in Raspbery three days ago. I could choose between 2020 (slightly cheaper) and new model, and went with new one because I like Shimano drivetrain better, and new geo was also important for me.

I`m 187cm and ride large, it fits perfect. So far I did around 80km on my local tracks. Handling is fast and responsive, acceleration is superb. Cockpit feels ok, saddle is pretty comfy, we`ll see on longer trips.
Drivetrain is precise, on my other FS bike I have XT shifter so on Chisel I sometimes miss the option to drop 2 gears with one push.

Bike is stock except I went tubeless with Trezado valves and sealant - it was fast and easy with cheap floor pump.

If you are interested here is weight of:
- front wheel + 180mm rotor - 1070g
- rear wheel + cassette + 160mm rotor - 1950g
- tire - 740g
- tube - 274g

Tomorrow I go for a mountain trip so I can give you more details how this bike handles on steep climbs/descents.

 

Has anyone road the 2021 Fuse and compared it to the 2021 chisel? I know that the fuse is more of a trail oriented bike, but i was wondering how much different it feels than the new geometry of the 2021 chisel.

Also, has anyone changed their forks to 120mm travel vs the factory 100mm? Did it make much of a difference in the ride?

 

I`ve picked 2021 Spec Chisel in Raspbery three days ago. I could choose between 2020 (slightly cheaper) and new model, and went with new one because I like Shimano drivetrain better, and new geo was also important for me.

I`m 187cm and ride large, it fits perfect. So far I did around 80km on my local tracks. Handling is fast and responsive, acceleration is great. Cockpit feels ok, saddle is quite ok.
Drivetrain is precise, on my other FS bike I have XT shifter so on Chisel I sometimes miss the option to drop 2 gears at once.

Bike is stock except I went tubeless with Trezado valves and sealant - it was fast and easy conversion with cheap floor pump.

If you are interested here is weight of:
- front wheel + 180mm rotor - 1070g
- rear wheel + cassette + 160mm rotor - 1950g
- tire - 740g
- tube - 274g

Tomorrow I go for a mountain trip so I can give you more details how this bike handles on steep climbs/descents.

 

Those "heavy" wheels

As I've mentioned here before, there's something good about those wheels. I have a 1550 set of wheels and the stock ones. Stock ones ride better in the bumps there is absolutely no doubt.

Not only that, but as I mentioned here a couple years ago, I had a bike team friend whose bike malfunctioned at a 6 hour endurance event. He rod my backup bike, my Chisel, with stock wheels. In the open division there were 40 and he came in 3rd, less than two minutes behind first.

Occasionally we get these eye openers. I do the Chisel because I have found that hardtails are more work, more full-body exercise. My back and body stay fitter. On purpose I stand a lot, more than maybe needed or best for pure speed. But oh my goodness what superb exercise this is.

I am 66 years old and yea I do still race...on my 23.5 lb Camber. In 50 and over Cat 2 I am generally mid fleet to lower third, sometimes near the bottom if those who should be Cat 1's participate...the exact 50's bunch who are sometimes faster than both the 40's and 30's.

 

As I've mentioned here before, there's something good about those wheels. I have a 1550 set of wheels and the stock ones. Stock ones ride better in the bumps there is absolutely no doubt.

Not only that, but as I mentioned here a couple years ago, I had a bike team friend whose bike malfunctioned at a 6 hour endurance event. He rod my backup bike, my Chisel, with stock wheels. In the open division there were 40 and he came in 3rd, less than two minutes behind first.

Occasionally we get these eye openers. I do the Chisel because I have found that hardtails are more work, more full-body exercise. My back and body stay fitter. On purpose I stand a lot, more than maybe needed or best for pure speed. But oh my goodness what superb exercise this is.

I am 66 years old and yea I do still race...on my 23.5 lb Camber. In 50 and over Cat 2 I am generally mid fleet to lower third, sometimes near the bottom if those who should be Cat 1's participate...the exact 50's bunch who are sometimes faster than both the 40's and 30's.

Raker, what size, year and level is your Chisel? Stock build at 23.5# or have you made any impactful mods?

 

My Chisel is xtr cranks, brakes, gears, and carbon wheels if not using stock ones. S-Works bars and comp phenom saddle.

 

I have the same 2021 Chameleon Frame!

Hi There! I am building the same bike! I have the same green color for the 2021 chisel. I wanted to ask what headset did you get? I believe we need this part for the crow race..https://cambriabike.com/products/cane-creek-10-40-100-110-series-alloy-crown-race-52-40-1-5 but what else would I need for the complete headset? Bearings? By the way...I went with the Shimano XT drivetrain, brakes,chain, shifter and the XTR derailleour. I also with the SLX 10-45 cassette because the XT cassette was $50 more for just one gear that was alluminum instead of steel so I went with the slx instead.

 

I have the same 2021 Chameleon Frame!

Hi There! I am building the same bike! I have the same green color for the 2021 chisel. I wanted to ask what headset did you get? I believe we need this part for the crow race..https://cambriabike.com/products/can...race-52-40-1-5 but what else would I need for the complete headset? Bearings? By the way...I went with the Shimano XT drivetrain, brakes,chain, shifter and the XTR derailleour. I also with the SLX 10-45 cassette because the XT cassette was $50 more for just one gear that was alluminum instead of steel so I went with the slx instead.

 

I`m back from almost 45km mountain bike trip.
Just like I thought, bike is fast and responsive, goes uphill really good.
On descents, I missed dropper post.
I like this bike a lot!

 

Latest build 21lbs.

 

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Smokin' hot!

planning to build something similar. Where did you get the bottle cages?

 

Niceeee!!!

Your build is sick! I have the samr green frame and I am building mine now. What copmonents did you go with and what size did you cut your tbe down to? Im going to go with a fox 32 fork...debating between the orange and black one. I went with XT components on everything except the derailleur is a xtr. I see you have the sram gold chain and srtam drivetrain! Looks good man!

 

Thanks! Really impressed with the color. I'd have to measure the steer tube but I think it's about 7 1/2 inches.
Build is:
Large frame
Fox 32 Step cast fork
SRAM AXS
KMC gold chain
ethirteen cranks
Roval Control SL wheels
Fast Trak 2.3" tires
Shimano XT brakes
Soon to be Thomson cockpit

 

Nice!

It looks really good! I also have the large size and I am in the process of building it now. I have all the parts except the fork which I will get next year. I got the fox transfer seat post as well to match the fork. I cant wait to ride it! How has it been riding so far? Man...this colorway is so pretty when the sun hits it!

 

Can anyone tell me the length of the stearer on their forks?

 

Done with some upgrades for now.
Going to put some focus on my next MTB.

 

Looks awesome, that's pretty much where I want mine to get to.

 

152mm long steerer on my medium 2021

 

Anyone run their Chisel as drop-bar? I want a drop-bar mtb and the geo on this one seemed like it could work.

 

Never have and never will, but I'd imagine you'd have to run a short stem as the reach on the newer Chisel is pretty long for and XC bike

it has been done though: