How to Choose Mountain Bikes
Salsa Blackthorn SLX Mountain Bike
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A capable climber that is stable and confident on rugged descents, the Salsa Blackthorn SLX mountain bike offers a well-balanced feel that will have you taking on serious topography with gusto.
Key Details
Wheel Size
29 inches
Fork Travel
160 millimeters
Number of Gears
12 gear(s)
- 6061-T6 aluminum frame
- Split Pivot+ suspension design features 140 mm of efficient travel that's fully active under braking and supportive throughout its stroke; paired with a 160 mm suspension fork
- 64.6° head tube angle provides confidence on descents
- Rear Flip Chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain, wheel sizes and personal preference
- 76.5° seat tube angle with seat tube lengths optimized for longer dropper posts
- Super Boost 157 x 12 mm rear hub spacing allows for shorter chainstays (431–432 mm), more tire clearance, more chainring options and stiffer wheels
- Integrated strap location on frame for a tube or tool kit (not included)
- Clearance for up to 29 x 2.6 in. or 27.5 x 3.0 in. 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:
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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- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
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.
| Best Use | Mountain Biking |
|---|---|
| Frame | Blackthorn Alloy V1 |
| Mountain Bike Style | Trail |
| Bike Suspension | Full Suspension |
| Fork | RockShox Yari RC, 160 mm, 42 mm offset |
| Fork Travel | 160 millimeters |
| Rear Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ |
| Crankset | Shimano Deore M6130, 30T |
| Bottom Bracket | 73 mm BSA, threaded |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7100 SGS |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano Deore M6100, 1051T, 12-speed |
| Number of Gears | 12 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore M6120, 4-piston |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore M6120 |
| Rims | WTB ST i30 |
| Front Hub | 400-B 15 x 110 mm |
| Rear Hub | Shimano SLX M7130 12 x 157 mm |
| Wheel Size | 29 inches |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5 in.; rear: Maxxis Dissector 29 x 2.4 in.; Maxx Terra, EXO+, TR |
| Tire Width | 2.5 inches 2.4 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Riser Bar |
| Handlebar | Race Face Chester 35 |
| Stem | Salsa Guide Trail 50 mm |
| Seat Post | TranzX YSI05, Shimano MT500 lever, 30 mm |
| Dropper Post | Yes |
| Saddle | WTB Volt 250 Steel, 250 x 135 |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | FSA Orbit 1.5E NO.57E ACB, ZS44/ZS56 |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
Salsa Bikes (199783)
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 165cm - 173cm | 173cm - 180cm | 180cm - 188cm | 188cm - UP |
| Reach | 448 / 451 | 469 / 472 | 490 / 493 | 510 / 514 |
| Stack | 611 / 609 | 615 / 613 | 624 / 622 | 633 / 630 |
| Effective Top Tube | 594 / 593 | 616 / 615 | 640 / 630 | 663 / 662 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 405 | 430 | 455 | 480 |
| Standover Height | 726 / 728 | 729 / 732 | 730 / 733 | 730 / 733 |
| Head Tube Length | 95 | 100 | 110 | 120 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 64.6 / 64.9 | 64.6 / 64.9 | 64.6 / 64.9 | 64.6 / 64.9 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 76.5 / 76.8 | 76.5 / 76.8 | 76.5 / 76.8 | 76.5 / 76.8 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 26 / 22 | 26 / 22 | 26 / 21 | 26 / 21 |
| Wheelbase | 1204 / 1204 | 1288 / 1227 | 1253 / 1252 | 1278 / 1278 |
| Chainstay | 432 / 431 | 432 / 431 | 432 / 431 | 432 / 431 |
| Fork Offset | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
Measurements based on:
- an unsprung bike (no sag)
- a 29 x 2.4" tire measuring 746mm in diameter
- Standover is measured from vertically from ground to top of top tube 50mm forward of bottom bracket,
subtract 9mm (0.3") for 27.5 x 2.8" tires
- Note: Where two measurements are listed, the first number is with Flip Chip in Low position; the second
number is with Flip Chip in High position
How we measure bikes
- 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.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- 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.
