How to Choose Mountain Bikes
Salsa Cassidy SLX Mountain Bike
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Made for rocky, steep, rutted-out descents while still offering pedaling efficiency on the uphills, the Salsa Cassidy SLX mountain bike will help you keep things composed when the terrain gets rowdy.
Key Details
Wheel Size
29 inches
Fork Travel
180 millimeters
Number of Gears
12 gear(s)
- 6061-T6 aluminum frame
- Split Pivot+ suspension design features 165 mm of efficient travel that's fully active under braking and supportive throughout its stroke; paired with a 180 mm suspension fork
- 63.8° head tube angle with a short-offset fork provides confidence and handling prowess both up and down the mountain
- Rear Flip Chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain, wheel sizes and personal preference
- 75.7° 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 | Cassidy Alloy V1 |
| Mountain Bike Style | All-mountain |
| Bike Suspension | Full Suspension |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB R, 180 mm, 44 mm offset |
| Fork Travel | 180 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 Grip, DD, 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 mm |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | FSA Orbit 1.5E NO.57E ACB, ZS44/ZS56 |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
Salsa Bikes (199785)
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'4'' - 5'8'' | 5'8'' - 5'10'' | 5'10'' - 6'2'' | 6'2'' - 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 / 639 | 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 |
| Wheelbase | 1204 / 1204 | 1228 / 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.
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.
