2022 Specialized Chisel Hardtail LTD vs 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp
The Specialized Rockhopper Comp size closest to your M is the M. Compare the M instead
What changes on the Specialized Rockhopper Comp
Compared with the Specialized Chisel Hardtail LTD in M, the Specialized Rockhopper Comp in XS places the top of the head tube 46 mm lower and 55 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 57 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −46 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −55 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −57 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +8 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Chisel Hardtail LTD, MSpecialized Rockhopper Comp, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Chisel Hardtail LTD M | Specialized Rockhopper Comp XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 430mm | 375mm | −55 mm |
| Stack | 605mm | 559mm | −46 mm |
| Head tube angle | 68° | 68° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 73.5° | −0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 432mm | 440mm | +8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1124mm | 1067mm | −57 mm |
| BB drop | 63mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 309mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 792mm | 658mm | −134 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430mm | 310mm | −120 mm |
| Fork length | 506mm | 475mm | −31 mm |
| Head tube length | 95mm | 95mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Rockhopper Comp minus the Specialized Chisel Hardtail LTD. Full charts: 2022 Specialized Chisel Hardtail LTD, 2021 Specialized Rockhopper Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Chisel Hardtail LTDSpecialized Rockhopper Comp
Each bike is ranked against the other XC bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Specialized Chisel Hardtail LTDHardtail LTD | Specialized Rockhopper Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized D'Aluisio Smartweld M5 | not listed |
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