Horsethief Carbon SLX Bike
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Horsethief Carbon SLX Bike
Tech Specs

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BrandSalsa
Best UseMountain Biking
Mountain Bike StyleTrail
FrameHorsethief carbon V3
Bike SuspensionFull Suspension
Fork14.0 × 4.2 cm
Fork Travel14.0 cm
Rear ShockFox Float DPS Performance
CranksetShimano SLX M7130, 30T
Bottom Bracket7.3 cm
ShiftersShimano SLX M7100
Rear DerailleurShimano SLX M7100 SGS
Rear CogsShimano Deore M6100, 10-51T, 12-speed
Number of Gears12
Brake TypeHydraulic Disc Brake
BrakesShimano Deore M6120, 4 pistons
Brake LeversShimano Deore M6120
Rims76.2 × 73.7 cm
Front Hub711.0 × 1.5 × 11.0 cm
Rear Hub713.0 × 1.2 × 15.7 cm
Wheel Size73.7 cm
TiresFront: Maxxis DHF 29 x 2.5 in.; rear: Maxxis DHR II 29 x 2.4 in.; EXO/tubeless ready
Tire Width6.3 cm
Handlebar ShapeRiser Bar
HandlebarRace Face Chester 35
Stem5.0 cm
Seat Post0.5 × 50.0 × 3.0 cm
Saddle25.0 × 25.0 × 13.5 cm
PedalsNot included
HeadsetFSA Orbit 1.5E NO.57E ACB, ZS44/ZS56
ChainShimano Deore M6100
Dropper PostYes
WeightUnavailable
Genderunisex
Description

From laps at your local trail system to new destinations, the Salsa Horsethief Carbon SLX bike is capable of pushing through technical terrain and instills confidence on aggressive pushes.

Key facts
  • Carbon frame and seatstays with Split Pivot suspension design offers 120 mm of efficient travel and remains fully active under braking while supportive throughout its travel
  • Suspension fork provides 140 mm of travel
  • 67° head tube angle provides confidence on the descent, yet balances overall wheelbase length and slow-speed maneuverability
  • Rear Flip Chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height for terrain, wheel size and personal preference
  • Super Boost 12 x 157 mm rear hub spacing combined with a standard width bottom bracket results in a 432 mm chainstay length that's 5mm shorter than previous generations
  • Triangle fits 2 full-size water bottles; Anything Bracket and top tube mounts boost cargo space for pack-free riding bliss
  • Equipped with 29 in. wheels with a 2.5 in. tire up front and 2.4 in. tire in back; accommodates 27.5 in. wheels with 2.8–3 in. tires or 29 in. wheels with 2.2–2.6 in. tires
  • Pedals not included
  • Specs and images are subject to change