Details
If you're thinking about taking the plunge into XC racing, do it with Specialized's Women's Chisel Comp. It embodies all of the qualities you'd expect from an XC race bike, like light overall weight, incredible stiffness, and a race-oriented geometry. Consider it the vessel that's bringing performance to the masses.
D'Aluisio aluminum allows Specialized to make a lighter frameset that's stiff, compliant, and incredibly strong—the optimal characteristics for a hardtail XC rig. You'll be powering up climbs, shredding singletrack, and everything in between on a bike that has you question why alloy as gotten such a bad rap.
To further improve this feel, the Chisel features XC 29 geometry which took their previous XC race geo and added some trail DNA to the mix. This equates to a longer top tube, a shortened the head tube, and a slacked out front end, the result of which is a tremendous increase in downhill stability, plus a wider fit range. And just as importantly, this doesn't require any sacrifice of climbing proficiency.
The build on this Chisel features a mix of reliable Shimano components, powerful hydraulic disc brakes, and 25-millimeter-wide alloy wheels that are optimized for weight and traction. Even better, almost every component has been tailored specifically for women, from the handlebar width to the crankarm length all the way to Specialized's superlative Myth Sport saddle.
- Given its lightweight and ultra-stiff characteristics, M5 aluminum was the natural choice for the frame's construction. And when complemented with speed-focused Women's XC 29 Geometry, D'Aluisio Smartweld technology, and internal cable routing, you get a bike that compromises nothing in delivering explosive speed, confident handling, and hassle-free maintenance.
- Rocks and bumps are soaked up via the RockShox Judy fork with 90/100 millimeters of travel (size-specific). It features proprietary technology from RockShox, like its Solo Air spring, that maintains an ideal equilibrium, as well as being one of the lightest air springs on the market.
- The Shimano Deore XT rear derailleur is one of the most sought after components in mountain biking. It's remarkably reliable, precise and crisp in its shifting, and is nothing if not durable.
Pedals sold separately
Specs
Frame | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 Alloy, XC Geometry, internal cable routing, BSA BB, triangulated post-mount 160mm brake |
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Fork | RockShox Judy 29, Solo Air, 51mm offset, (S: 90mm, M-XL: 100mm of travel) |
Axles |
Front:15x110mm thru-axle Rear: 12x148mm thru-axle |
Rims/Wheels | Specialized Alloy 29, 25mm internal width |
Tires |
Front: Fast Trak, GRIPTON compound, 29x2.3", 60 TPI, Aramid folding bead, 2Bliss Ready Rear: Fast Trak, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.3" |
Crankset | Stout XC Alloy Boost |
Chainrings | 36/22T |
Bottom Bracket | Threaded BSA |
Chain | KMC X10, 10-speed w/ Missing Link |
Front Derailleur | Shimano Deore down swing, 2x10 |
Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT, Shadow Plus, GS cage, 10-speed |
Cassette/Rear Cogs | Shimano Deore, 10-speed, 11-36t |
Shifters | Shimano Deore, i-spec clamp, 11-speed |
Handlebars | Specialized Mini-rise, 6000 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 10mm rise, 720mm width, 31.8mm clamp |
Tape/Grips | Specialized Sip Grip, half-waffle |
Stem | Specialized Alloy, 3D forged, 4-bolt, 6-degree |
Brakes | Shimano MT500 Deore, hydraulic disc, Front: 180/160mm rotor; Rear: 160mm rotor |
Saddle | Women's Body Geometry Myth Sport, steel rails, 155mm |
Seat Post | Specialized, alloy, 2-bolt, 27.2mm |
* Subject to change without notice.
Part Numbers
Option | UPC | MPN |
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Satin Gloss Acid Mint/Black / X-Small | 888818341146 | 91718-5301 |
Satin Gloss Acid Mint/Black / Medium | 888818341115 | 91718-5303 |
Satin Gloss Acid Mint/Black / Small | 888818340668 | 91718-5302 |
Satin Gloss Black/Chameleon / X-Small | 888818340620 | 91718-5401 |
Satin Gloss Black/Chameleon / Medium | 888818340828 | 91718-5403 |
Satin Gloss Black/Chameleon / Small | 888818340903 | 91718-5402 |