I rode my first cross country race season on this bike. It is spectacularly light which helps fly uphill and maintain momentum when terrain switches uphill. Riding a hard tail also requires certain skills on the downhill that become very useful when a rider is more experienced and switches to full sus. I would recommend this bike for beginner or intermediate level cross country bikers. The price is great, too!

I come from a 29 wheel full suspension bike. I've had the Chisel for a month and I've done a little bit of everything, road, dirt, mountain and single tracks. I really like its angle of attack on the descents, its lightness, speed and agility. I like the braking power and the ease and precision of the gears. For the price I think it was the best bike I've had so far. I just don't like the original tires on more slippery surfaces (dirt and stone), they don't have the necessary grip to be able to progress successfully and safely.

How this bike does not get more press is beyond me. Seriously one of the best bargain priced for geometry and all around do anything bike. One of the best platforms that you can build on to whatever level you prefer. The head angle is just slack enough to be light and nimble and still stable when necessary. I actually chose this over this Stumpjumper due to how much fun it was the moment I took it for a test ride. Seriously, Great job. (Slow hand clap👏) Thanks, Steve in Ankeny

Great ride for the money!

I live my new chisel. It’s super light and responsive. They buying process was easy. Rene In Customer Service took time to answer all my questions and helped me to feel comfortable with my purchase.

Fantastic light weight bike—climbs like a dream! It is the perfect beginner bike.

Great modern bike that won't get outdated anytime soon. Solid components and a surprisingly good value for Specialized (or any brand for that matter).

Light alloy, good specs, and a price point that is affordable for someone looking for a great bike without breaking the bank.

I waited a long time for this bike to come in stock and it was well worth the wait. I upgraded from a 26 Rockhopper to the Chisel and it is so fast and has great components. I ordered a dropper seat but everything else is stock. Love the ride and weight of the bike.

Great bike. Upgraded brakes to M6120 and a One-up dropper and it's a high speed, low budget race machine. Very responsive and good modern geo! As to the cracking noises - mine suffered from this issue and it was traced to the pressed in headset cups. Drove me mad, and I swore it was the welds too, until these were pressed out by LBS, regreased and pressed back in again. The thin walls from this frame make small noises amplify to very loud and all over the frame.