{"product_id":"2026-chisel","title":"2026 Chisel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eThe all-new Chisel is a world-class alloy full-suspension XC bike that brings race-proven geometry and kinematics from the Epic 8 into a remarkably light, high-performance package. At 18.4% lighter than the closest competitor, it’s designed for fast, efficient pedalling between the tape or on hard-charging local laps. The frame uses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eSpecialized’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eD’Aluisio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eSmartweld\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e hydroformed M5 alloy and delivers 110mm of tuned rear travel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eRide and Suspension:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eChisel blends a flex-stay rear end with Ride Dynamics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e–tuned suspension to achieve smooth, controlled performance without the weight or maintenance of multiple pivots. The chassis is matched to a 120mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eRockShox\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e Recon fork and an X-Fusion PRO-02 rear shock for confident handling across varied terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eEfficiency and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eandling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eGeometry and kinematics derived from World Cup hardware optimise pedalling position and anti-squat to reduce bob and turn power into forward speed. A flip-chip lets you fine-tune geometry to suit trail or race setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eConstruction and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eomponentry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eAdvanced hydroforming and one-piece seat-tube construction integrate pivots and the BB shell to save material and weight. The spec pairs a reliable SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain with modern tubeless-ready alloy wheels and high-traction Specialized tyres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eFrame \u0026amp; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eeight: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eD’Aluisio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eSmartweld\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e M5 Alloy hydroformed tubes with a one-piece seat tube integrating pivots and BB shell, Flip chip geo adjust, 110mm rear travel; marketed as the lightest alloy full-suspension in class and 18.4% lighter than the closest competitor.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eSuspension: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eRockShox\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e Recon Silver RL 120mm fork (Motion Control damper, 15x110) paired with X-Fusion PRO-02 190x40mm Ride Dynamics tuned rear shock—flex-stay rear end for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003epivotless\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e compliance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eDrivetrain: SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed system with 32T chainring, SRAM NX cassette 11-50t and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003ePowerspline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003ecrankset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eBrakes \u0026amp; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003etopping \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eower: SRAM DB6 four-piston hydraulic disc brakes with 180mm front and 160mm rear rotors.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eWheels \u0026amp; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eyres: Specialized alloy tubeless-ready rims (27mm inner), 29\" setup with Specialized Ground Control (front) and Fast Trak (rear) 29x2.35 tyres, Flex Lite casings, T5\/T7 compounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eDropper \u0026amp; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eockpit: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eTranzX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e 30.9mm dropper post (XS–SM 100mm, M 125mm, L–XL 150mm), Specialized alloy 760mm bars (20mm rise), 3D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf2\"\u003e‑\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eforged alloy stem and Body Geometry Power Sport saddle.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eBottom Bracket \u0026amp; Hubs: BSA BB with SRAM \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003ePowerspline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003e, sealed-cartridge bearing alloy hubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003e—rear 12x148mm, front 15x110mm.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eFit \u0026amp; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003eerformance \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf0\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cf1\"\u003euning: Progressive XC geometry borrowed from the Epic 8, steep seat tube for efficient pedalling, anti-squat tuning and flip-chip geometry adjustment for tailored handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Specialized","offers":[{"title":"Gloss Red Sky\/Vivid Red \/ Small","offer_id":46021354160299,"sku":"93826-7002","price":4200.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gloss Red Sky\/Vivid Red \/ Medium","offer_id":46021354356907,"sku":"93826-7003","price":4200.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gloss Red Sky\/Vivid Red \/ Large","offer_id":46021354389675,"sku":"93826-7004","price":4200.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gloss Red Sky\/Vivid Red \/ X-Large","offer_id":46021354586283,"sku":"93826-7005","price":4200.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gloss Pistachio\/White \/ X-Large","offer_id":48336578150571,"sku":"93826-7105","price":4200.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gloss Pistachio\/White \/ Large","offer_id":48336578183339,"sku":"93826-7104","price":4200.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gloss Pistachio\/White \/ Small","offer_id":48336578216107,"sku":"93826-7102","price":4200.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gloss Pistachio\/White \/ Medium","offer_id":48336578248875,"sku":"93826-7103","price":4200.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1008\/5035\/files\/93826-70_chisel-base-redsky-flored_hero-pdp.webp?v=1792631069","url":"https:\/\/www.bikehouse.co.nz\/products\/2026-chisel","provider":"Bike House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}