DREAM BUILD - Specialized Chisel Hardtail Race MTB

[@mtbcle0813]

Gorgeous. Love an ASMR build in the morning. I'm running a lot of the same components on my 2018 Fuel EX9.8. Great choices!

[@brakeforsnakes]

Appreciated!! Great minds think alike 🤘🏻

[@PureLeeful]

Just got myself Chisel comp, absolutly loving it. Yours looks class. 👌

[@ericgelders]

You could be me, bc I bought the Chisel Comp as well 2 wks ago, and love it probably just as much!😄 Only 2 minutes in, I already dig this vid, bc Jim Bob shows proper details thru the close-ups, very instructive! The frame is really beautiful, and very worthwhile of upgrading (or custom build like here).

[@PureLeeful]

@@ericgelders glad you love yours too. 👍👍

[@gregjr63]

Have yall done anything to your chisel comps yet. I'm picking one up at the end of the month and I just bought a dropper post for it.

[@ericgelders]

@@gregjr63 Not yet, still bog-standard after 3 months. But planning on mounting a shorter stem and a dropper post.

[@smouvemouves]

I've been doing research on the Chisels and found this build video. The editing and the outcome of this build is beautiful!! Nice work!

[@brakeforsnakes]

Thanks!

[@richr7604]

Nice ride! I love hardtails since that's what I started riding on way back in 83'! Great video and build, gonna checkout some new frames now.

[@brakeforsnakes]

Hell yea do it! There’s some fun new hardtails out there 🤘🏻

[@kylezer6083]

I've been adding onto my 2019 Chisel Comp over the years and this has definitely inspired some of my next upgrades! What a relaxing video - definitely wort the project. I hope to see some more footage of rides!

[@brakeforsnakes]

Thanks they’re great bikes! More chisel content soon 🤘🏻

[@ericgelders]

The production of this video is 👌 - esp. with the relaxed background music, makes me wholesome zen 🙏

[@brakeforsnakes]

🤘🏻

[@kirillevdokimov7647]

Great looking bike 🤙. Love the bare look with the 36

[@brakeforsnakes]

You and me both! But it’s a 34 😉

[@RishabKumar-dr6gp]

Beautiful, You had my heart caughtup in hear ❤ I think you showed me my future bike , great work man ,thanks

[@cjjung4117]

Banger of a bike. Stoked for ya.

[@brakeforsnakes]

Thanks!

[@MrTheSkiper]

This is exactly the same bike that I would like too build. Great components.

[@brakeforsnakes]

Right on!

[@tobiass6092]

a 34, a alloy hardtail, xc tires, dropper. feels like a xc pro training/fun bike.

[@brakeforsnakes]

I’m no XC pro but it sure is fun!

[@sepultubob]

Superb bike ! Very tasty

[@brakeforsnakes]

Thanks ✌️

[@JenzHernándezDoñoro]

my chisel was below 9kg and with rigid fork close to 8kg.

[@flybyguy1450]

How was it built to get that weight, and what size frame?

[@JenzHernándezDoñoro]

@@flybyguy1450 Size M and some light components, mainly the wheels. close 1kg.

[@flybyguy1450]

I got a large chisel frame and built it up with hunt xc race wheels, vittoria barzo 2.35 & mezcal 2.25 tlr, 2025 fox 32 step cast performance, enve m5 carbon bar, 65mm enve alloy stem, deity knuckledusters, microshift advent x (with a sword 11-38t cassette), hope dropper lever, one up v3 dropper 125mm, wtb volt saddle (needs to be replaced), raceface aeffect cranks 165mm, wolftooth 32t oval, magura mt trail sport brakes with 180/180 storm hc rotors, kmc x10sl chain, crankbrothers stamp 1 small pedals (also need to be replaced) and it weighs 24.0lbs with 2oz of stans in each tire and a basic aluminum bottle cage. Hoping to get it down to 23lbs with a new seat, pedals, and eventually wheels, all while still keeping budget somewhat in mind.

[@brakeforsnakes]

Should be doable! This was around 21 in the end

[@amanda_panda_]

Excellent choice, you'll be comfy!

[@brakeforsnakes]

I think so too!

[@tuffventures]

Looking forward to seeing it in person!

[@brakeforsnakes]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻you know I’ll be doing a video on the race too!

[@MikePurpura-z5c]

Great job!!

[@brakeforsnakes]

Thank you!

[@bobhoffy]

wowww!!!! nice job

[@holdfast4588]

That was Art! Bravo. You got a background working in a bike shop? I need to reassess my bike building abilities now.. That bike is gonna climb like a mofo!

[@brakeforsnakes]

Haha I wish but I’m far from a pro

[@RoyamI93]

Nice build. What adapter was used for rear calliper? I'm looking for some to fit my XT 4 pistons.

[@brakeforsnakes]

Just a standard 20mm adapter

[@beaucarbert]

Where do you get the storage box that is mounted by your water bottle cage? I’m doing a similar build right now. XT drive train though

[@beaucarbert]

Nevermind I looked in the comments 😁 found it

[@StephanieHughesDesign]

Love your video. Chill. Does the Chisel have the same geometry specs of other entry level UCI XCO bikes, (hardtail) as say the Canyon Esteem CF or Spec. Epic? I want to buy an entry level UCI XCO type MTB. No eBikes for me.

[@brakeforsnakes]

I believe so but check out the geo here to confirm as I'm not 100% sure on the UCI requirements: bit.ly/4691oXq

[@FaRc16]

Riding 2021 frame with fox 34 sc 120mm, 100% fun

[@brakeforsnakes]

Rad!

[@mtb717]

What white grease did you use?

[@brakeforsnakes]

Superweb Grease

[@jasonferrier]

What headset did you use? Mainly I’m wondering what the long bolt inserted up through the bottom of the steer tube was. My control SL wheels should be here some day, and I’ll see what the weight is when I install them.

[@brakeforsnakes]

Just the headset that comes with the frame. What you’re asking about is the specialized steer tube swat tool that I use instead of a star nut and top cap. Also my wheels with tires weigh 4lbs

[@jasonferrier]

@@brakeforsnakes Put my Control SL wheels on yesterday (Shimano MS + Centerlock) and did a 30 mile river path ride. I feel less fatigued than riding my Road+ bike with 650x47c slicks, so I'll call it a success to making my Chisel my new gravel & XC bike. I just need to upgrade some other parts to lighten up now.

[@andreronan1035]

How is the bike going after 7 months ? Any big diff while going uphills since the geometry might have changed a bit ? Cheers

[@brakeforsnakes]

It’s held up great through many races and miles. Zero downside to the longer fork

[@andreronan1035]

@@brakeforsnakesThanks for your quick response. Enjoy the ride !

[@patskot]

No dream build has Sram CODE brakes.. but seriously, nice video and great build. Super keen to pick one of these frames up.

[@brakeforsnakes]

Check the link in the description I believe the frames are on sale

[@patskot]

@@brakeforsnakes thanks for the heads up. Only available in XS now 😔

[@robertwalker841]

Thinking about getting a chisel just for keeping fit and commuting is the gear ratio enough to go as fast as I like downhill ?

[@brakeforsnakes]

That’s dependent on what gearing you put on it. Its standard mtb gearing I’d assume so the same as any other mtb you have

[@markianross]

Thinking of building one of these - I've heard the frame clearance is tight with 4 piston brake callipers though - did you have any problems?

[@brakeforsnakes]

Nope none at all the code rsc fit fine

[@supakidgalaxy]

How is the bike with the 120 travel? Any issues ? Looking at replacing the original fork. Trying to decide if I could bump up to 120 right now !

[@brakeforsnakes]

It’s been awesome no issues at all

[@Beef0121do1]

Is that the liquid aluminium version or the darker plane one?

[@brakeforsnakes]

It's the SATIN ORGANIC BRUSHED / BRUSHED LIQUID METAL. I may end up selling this as I am building an epic evo

[@flybyguy1450]

​@@brakeforsnakesstill plan on selling? This is the exact frame size, color, fork, and wheels I was planning to buy within the week.

[@brakeforsnakes]

@@flybyguy1450 I sold this a few months back

[@JRianNeypes-p1r]

What headset did you use and size

[@brakeforsnakes]

The one that came with the frame

[@CX_ChrisChow]

that's a gorgeous build. you've inspired me to build one as well haha. what frame size did you use?

[@brakeforsnakes]

Awesome! I am 6'0 and used a Large!

[@ramonbautista1202]

I've been looking for chisel frame but it's so hard to find now

[@brakeforsnakes]

Really? They were in stock on the specialized site just a couple weeks ago!

[@FacundoSalgado-y2n]

Me hace. Dormir. Con la. Musica. Que. Ponen. 😴😴😴😴😴😴😴😴

[@hoyou2326]

Hi what is the wieght of the frame?

[@brakeforsnakes]

I have no idea I’m sure you can find that on their website

[@teecee4459]

Is it possible for someone with no experience to build a bike from scratch or is that a dumb undertaking? I'm loving the Chisel hard tail frame specs, but i don't like the low end junk on the overpriced pre-built options. Trying to figure out how hard the headset install would be.

[@brakeforsnakes]

It’s very easy for the most part but you may need help and special tools for cutting the steer tube, bleeding the brakes, setting the derailer up, etc. That said you should do it so you know how to fix it

[@teecee4459]

@@brakeforsnakes thanks for showing your build! How many bikes have you built from scratch?

[@brakeforsnakes]

@@teecee4459probably 15

[@rule3036]

Good stuff but why do it in the dark ?

[@brakeforsnakes]

Did you not see how lit up the bike was?

[@danielballarte3505]

Hi! Those Renegade are 2.20? Or 2.35?

[@brakeforsnakes]

2.35

[@Webberjacob01]

Why the aluminum frame choice instead of carbon looking at components I don’t think cost is a problem?

[@brakeforsnakes]

Because the cost to benefit doesn’t make sense on that

[@TheMaxvansarker]

The aluminium chisel is only 1.3 kg lighter than a lot of carbon frames. A very light carbon is around .9 kg. Some people like myself prefer aluminium to carbon. Different ride and your better off if the bike is crashed. The chisel also has a lifetime warranty on the frame.

[@redlegds_adventures]

2 piston or 4 piston brakes?

[@brakeforsnakes]

4

[@Vishake412]

Are you using a 100 or 120 mm fork ? Thanks

[@brakeforsnakes]

120!

[@theymademepickaname1248]

​@@brakeforsnakesI don't think 120mm is recommended for that frame.

[@brakeforsnakes]

@@theymademepickaname1248 It is, I ran 120mm on my last chisel for years.

[@theymademepickaname1248]

@@brakeforsnakes I have a '21 chisel. I want to upgrade forks, but I think 110mm is max recommended from specialized. I'm sure it could survive 120mm though. Can't decide on sid sl, sid, or fox 34 sc.

[@brakeforsnakes]

You can run a 120

[@jim-bob-outdoors]

Interesting stuff. My background is in mountain bike building.

[@brakeforsnakes]

Nice!

[@arneledencallado1681]

What size is frame?

[@brakeforsnakes]

Large

[@miltoncesar5030]

Linda!

[@ranjoel]

¿ Que modelos son esas goma ?

[@svenweise3169]

If you wanted to go light and buy this expensive wheelset, why didn't you use a Carbon epic frame?

[@brakeforsnakes]

The cost justification on the carbon epic for like 1lbs doesn’t make sense. I built this as a project with specialized to sore what a light XC alloy bike could be like

[@svenweise3169]

@@brakeforsnakes so the wheelset wasn't 2500 bucks?😜

[@hansschotterradler3772]

How much does it weigh?

[@brakeforsnakes]

21.8lbs as shown

[@hansschotterradler3772]

@@brakeforsnakes thanks; this is really good. I want to build something like that. I don't really like my heavy full-sus trail bike anymore.

[@andypaul999]

Im looking to but this frame, in the video its difficult to tell if the frame has a gloss lacquer coating, does it have one or is the finish more matt? Many thanks.

[@brakeforsnakes]

It’s kind of in between actually. It’s matte in terms of finish but looks very shiny

[@glauciogomesmartins]

❤❤😍😍

[@bikamangia]

...and who says that only carbon frames have to exist? 😊

[@joshuaallswang8016]

Like most, I’ll pick aluminum over carbon every time💯

[@kaalright4141]

Same frame of Saturn Janus 3.0

[@brakeforsnakes]

I guess if you think that then pretty much all hard tail MTB's are the same

[@virginiascurti5036]

I like to shit myself at the cost of some of the parts on that list. I almost took a Chisel Comp over a Trek X-caliber 9.

[@brakeforsnakes]

The best of the best ain’t cheap

[@teecee4459]

Nobody's forcing you to dress it up the same 😂 the frame is the most beautiful canvas though

[@acearnethquiambao1346]

Give away❤

[@acearnethquiambao1346]

Im from dubai Give away❤