[fdonavan]

If you are running a 1x set up, it's tight. I have a 32 on mine and there is very little clearance.

 

[ToWaRR]

Hi people,
i am new owner of Chisel X1 comp 2019. I see nobody talks about bad chainline on Specialized bikes.

I had RH Pro X1 2019 and chainline was bad and now i have Chisele and the problem is the same.
In top gear chainline is ok but on first geer its so bad that crank turns bad, you can feel how chain scrach off chainring and when you backpedal chain fells off casette.
The solution on RH Pro is to put chainring offset 6mm and after that it works good, and i put 32T but thats another story
Now i ordered new chain ring for Chisel and we will se will it fit.
You can see onm pictures but you cant see good on pictures

Sorry for my bad eng. i am writing using google translate.

 

[monocongo]

I am building up a 2020 Chisel frame with Shimano XT cranks (Shimano XT Fc-M8000-B1). Can someone advise as to which is the correct bottom bracket to use?

My assumption is that I should use a Shimano XT BB-MT800. Is it that simple or are there other specs that I need to consider (maybe there are different sizes, etc.)?

Thanks in advance for your help.

 

[hawker800mech]

I am building up a 2020 Chisel frame with Shimano XT cranks (Shimano XT Fc-M8000-B1). Can someone advise as to which is the correct bottom bracket to use?

My assumption is that I should use a Shimano XT BB-MT800. Is it that simple or are there other specs that I need to consider (maybe there are different sizes, etc.)?

Thanks in advance for your help.

A threaded (BSA) 68/70 bottom bracket for Shimano 24mm spindle. I have had good luck with Wheels Manufacturing BB's. Just remember that one side is a left handed thread.

 

[rarofu66]

I own the L frame and 36T is possible with a Sram 1x12 setup.

 

[knutspeed]

I had my Chisel X1 in for a new bottom backet, and had the LBS fit a 34t chainring as this suits my use better. Thing is, the ring is so close to the chainstay, that lube from the ring actually scrapes off and sticks on the chainstay. Can't fit a cigarette paper between them. Suspect they've fitted a ring with a wrong offset? Would expect a 36t to fit without problems.

This is the 11 speed variant, shifts perfectly.

 

[jabrabu]

In 2020 there is no Chisel Expert anymore. Therefore I am very happy to ordered the black/white one in 2019.
I also own a 2020 Epic Hardtail also in black/white. The 2020 black chisel with the white/yellow Specialized looks not so nice to me as my black/white from 2019. I think I have everything done in the right order

Their website shows both a men's a women's Chisel Expert, and they are in stock.

 

[rarofu66]

Their website shows both a men's a women's Chisel Expert, and they are in stock.

No, what you have seen are the 2019 Experts. If they are sold out you will not get them anymore!

 

[Grahammcs]

Just joined the Chisel club guys.

Picked up a 2018 chisel expert XL frame in matte black here in the UK and am over the moon.

Currently riding a 2019 Rockhopper Pro 1X in matte black.

The frame is in excellent condition and doesn’t look ridden really.

Looks a much higher spec than the RH frame.

Is it a lot more flexy than the RH does anybody know?

The weight limits are the same at 136kg

I have got a spare 1X stout pro crank and bb from a 2019 comp, stout stem and stout pro bars and fancy Some Rovals and a SiD. Bit of a low / high spec combo with the stout stuff but they are cheap spares for the RH and will work for now.

These are easy to upgrade later if at all.

Probably going to go 12 speed SLX and slx brakes as not too worried about weight.

I’d strip and transfer from the RH but I think I will get more selling that whole.

Can’t wait to build it.

Happy Trails

 

[jabrabu]

No, what you have seen are the 2019 Experts. If they are sold out you will not get them anymore!

I was looking for an XS size for my son, and was seriously considering the women's Expert since it is available in an XS. Compared to the Comp you get a better drivetrain (NX vs SX) and fork (Reba vs Judy). The only differences I see from the men's version are the saddle and the grips, and the color choices (orange or black) are fine for a boy.

But in the end I decided on a 2020 Comp in the dove gray color. It should arrive today.

 

[Pisgah2000]

I'm building up a Chisel frame, and have a question about the internal cable routing ports at the top of the downtube: the edge on the backside of the port is quite sharp and has marred/scratched the derailleur housing and brake hose just from installation. Has anybody had issue with this causing meaningful damage over time? I would imagine not, but it's a bit odd. Other frames I've built have either a little plastic sleeve for the housing, a much smoother and more nicely finished port, or both.

This frame has some sloppy cable routing, especially once it pops out at the BB and works back to the axle. Otherwise, it seems nice enough for the money. Looking forward to riding it.

 

[Grahammcs]

I think the fuse has a plastic cap around this area. My frame just has two holes either side which do look quite sharp.

The Rockhopper is similar.

The chisel does have a cast cable clamp at the base of the bb which the rockhopper doesn’t have.

 

[jabrabu]

I built up a new Chisel Comp for my son as a step up from his 24" bike. I swapped out some parts partly to fit him better and also to shed some weight.

I calculated that if I went from 29" wheels to 27.5" wheels and installed shorter cranks the pedal to ground clearance would be about the same, so I got some Stans Crest 27.5 wheels with Rocket Ron tires set up tubeless. For the cranks I got Trailcraft 52mm cranks with a 26t chainring to give him some nice low climbing gears.

I had an old 11-speed XX1 group in the garage, so I installed that to save some weight. The stock SRAM SX Eagle group is pretty heavy -- the cassette and bottom bracket felt especially heavy.

I also cut the bars down from 750mm to 690mm. This still seems wide for a small kid, but a good starting point for now. I also installed a shorter stem that I had.

Stock Chisel Comp weight was about 26.1 lbs. Bike is now at 22.3 lbs. I'm pretty happy with that.

 

[Pisgah2000]

I think the fuse has a plastic cap around this area. My frame just has two holes either side which do look quite sharp.

The Rockhopper is similar.

The chisel does have a cast cable clamp at the base of the bb which the rockhopper doesn't have.

Yeah, it's odd. I'll leave it alone for now, but I can always put some cable sheathing from a Trek on the hose/housing if it's an issue. The cable clamp isn't really a clamp, unless I did it wrong. It's more of a loose guide.

Stock Chisel Comp weight was about 26.1 lbs. Bike is now at 22.3 lbs. I'm pretty happy with that.

Nice work. I imagine that a lighter bike is all the more important when the rider is on the small and light end of the spectrum. Mine weighs about the same (22.4), and I have to say that I'm surprised by how much I liked it on the first ride. Smooth, relatively comfy, and quick handling. It usually takes me several rides to feel good on a bike, but not this one. I have a 36t chainring on order, and will probably get a new seatpost. The one it came with is heavy, and for whatever reason, I don't agree with single bolt clamps. It doesn't always stay put, even when torqued properly (or even excessively).

 

[jabrabu]

Nice work. I imagine that a lighter bike is all the more important when the rider is on the small and light end of the spectrum. Mine weighs about the same (22.4), and I have to say that I'm surprised by how much I liked it on the first ride.

Yeah, my son only weighs 70 lbs and is very small for his age, so I didn't want his bike to be too heavy. His 24" bike is a Trailcraft, so it's light, and I didn't want his new bike to be a lot heavier.

 

[j102]

I built up a new Chisel Comp for my son as a step up from his 24" bike. I swapped out some parts partly to fit him better and also to shed some weight.

I calculated that if I went from 29" wheels to 27.5" wheels and installed shorter cranks the pedal to ground clearance would be about the same, so I got some Stans Crest 27.5 wheels with Rocket Ron tires set up tubeless. For the cranks I got Trailcraft 52mm cranks with a 26t chainring to give him some nice low climbing gears.

I had an old 11-speed XX1 group in the garage, so I installed that to save some weight. The stock SRAM SX Eagle group is pretty heavy -- the cassette and bottom bracket felt especially heavy.

I also cut the bars down from 750mm to 690mm. This still seems wide for a small kid, but a good starting point for now. I also installed a shorter stem that I had.

Stock Chisel Comp weight was about 26.1 lbs. Bike is now at 22.3 lbs. I'm pretty happy with that.

Very nice!

 

[azille]

nice build for the son, must be happy!

 

[rarofu66]

Does anyone know the size of largest chainring that the Chisel frame can accommodate?

On my Epic 2020 is much more space for bigger chainrings than on my Chisel Expert 2019.

 

[Fischyboy]

This is my second summer with my Chisel. I still love it. I just upgraded my wheels and don't see a need for anything else for a long time.

 

[Pisgah2000]

On my Epic 2020 is much more space for bigger chainrings than on my Chisel Expert 2019.

I have a 36t chainring on my Chisel. A 38t would likely fit no problem, and I'd guess a 40t would also work with a BB spacer on the drive side. On a related note, the more I ride this thing, the more it seems like the frame would make for a good base for a do-it-all drop bar bike.