Salsa  Blackthorn Carbon SLX Bike

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When the mountain throws every variable obstacle in front of you, the Blackthorn Carbon SLX mountain bike charges head-on with a Split Pivot+ carbon frame and Split Pivot suspension system in control.

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Features

  • Stiff carbon fiber material damps vibration and offers excellent toughness and weight savings compared to other materials
  • Split Pivot+ frame design allows you to swap the link set, shock and fork to convert your Blackthorn frame to accommodate more suspension travel (165 mm rear and 180 mm front)
  • Split Pivot rear suspension system with concentric rear axle pivot isolates pedaling and braking forces from each other, for independent tuning, traction and control
  • Shimano SLX drivetrain and 4-piston brakes keep you in control when you push the limit
  • Progressive suspension offers plenty of bottom-out performance at the end of the stroke, promoting more confidence and control on bigger hits
  • Flip Chip 2.0 technology integrated into the shock link mount allows easy, quick adjustments to bottom bracket height and head tube angle with just a hex key or multi-tool
  • EPS Carbon main triangle with carbon seatstays, aluminum chainstays and an integrated shock mount allows for greater control
  • Three-Pack downtube mounts accommodate a large water bottle on the lower pair and a pump on the upper pair (accessories not included)
  • Top tube mounts accommodate K-Edge Top Tube Mount for bike computers or the Salsa EXP Series Direct-Mount Top Tube Bag
  • Salsa EXP Series Tube Strap and an integrated frame mount attach to top tube for a secure connection that won't scuff the paint
  • Accommodates standard 26 fl. oz. water bottle within the front triangle
  • Internal tubes guide the cable housing through the frame, simplifying setup and maintenance and creating a clean bike profile
  • TranzX YSI05 dropper post is height-adjustable by 30mm—total travel varies by frame size—and includes a Shimano remote lever
  • Stealth Dropper post routing runs internally and is compatible with 30.9mm dropper posts
  • Molded frame protection guards downtube, seat tube, chainstay, and seatstay from impacts and abrasions on the frame
  • Blackthorn is spec'd as a 29er, but can also run 27.5 x 2.8–3.0 in. wheels and tires
  • Pedals not included
  • NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability

Imported.

This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
  • 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
  • In-store bike assembly
  • Pickup in store or curbside
  • Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
REI Co-op Members get more:
  • 20% off shop services
  • Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
More about our free adjustments:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Mountain Biking

Mountain Bike Style

All-mountain

Frame

Blackthorn carbon

Bike Suspension

Full Suspension

Fork

RockShox Lyrik Select+, 160mm, 42mm offset

Fork Travel

160 millimeters

Rear Shock

RockShox Super Deluxe Select+

Crankset

Shimano SLX, 32T

Shifters

Shimano SLX

Rear Derailleur

Shimano SLX

Rear Cogs

Shimano Deore, 10-51T, 12-speed

Number of Gears

12 gear(s)

Brake Type

Hydraulic Disc Brake

Brakes

Shimano SLX 4-piston (203mm front, 180mm rear rotors)

Brake Levers

Shimano SLX

Rims

DT Swiss EX 532 29 in. tubeless-ready

Front Hub

Shimano SLX 15 x 110mm

Rear Hub

Shimano SLX 12 x 157mm

Wheel Size

29 inches

Tires

Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5 in. front, Maxxis Dissector 29 x 2.4 in. rear, 120 TPI, 3CT, EXO+, Tubeless-Ready

Tire Width

2.5 inches

2.4 inches

Handlebar Shape

Riser Bar

Handlebar

RaceFace Aeffect R 35.0

Stem

Salsa Guide 35.0

Saddle

WTB Volt 250 Comp

Pedals

Not included

Headset

Cane Creek 40

Chain

Shimano Deore M6100

Dropper Post

Yes

Weight

Unavailable

Gender

Unisex

Size Chart

Salsa Bikes (178181)
SMLXL
Height Range5'5" - 5'8"5'8" - 5'11"5'11" - 6'2"6'2" - UP
Reach448/451469/472490/493510/514
Stack611/609615/613624/622633/630
Effective Top Tube594/593616/615640/639663/662
Seat Tube Center-Top405430455480
Standover Height726/728729/732730/733730/733
Head Tube Length95100110120
Head Tube Angle (degrees)64.6/64.964.6/64.964.6/64.964.6/64.9
Seat Tube Angle (degrees)76.5/76.876.5/76.876.5/76.876.5/76.8
Bottom Bracket Height26/2226/2226/2126/21
Wheelbase1204/12041228/12271253/12521278/1278
Chainstay432/431432/431432/431432/431
Fork Offset43434343

Sizing Notes

Measurements are stated in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.

How we measure bikes

  1. Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
  2. Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
  3. Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
  4. Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
  5. Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
  6. Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
  7. Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
  8. Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
  9. Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
  10. Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
  11. Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
  12. Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.

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