How to Choose Mountain Bikes
Salsa Cassidy Carbon SLX Mountain Bike
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With a suspension dialed for maximum traction and pedaling efficiency, the Salsa Cassidy Carbon SLX mountain bike is for riders who relish rowdy, rutted-out descents and powerful climbs.
Key Details
Wheel Size
29 inches
Fork Travel
180 millimeters
Number of Gears
12 gear(s)
- 6061-T6 aluminum chainstays provide durability
- Split Pivot + suspension design remains fully active under braking while supportive through its 165 mm travel for efficient pedaling and maximum traction
- 180 mm suspension fork
- 63.8° head tube angle with a short-offset fork inspires confidence and handling prowess up and down the mountain
- 75.7° seat tube angle; seat tube length optimized for longer dropper posts
- Rear Flip Chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height for varying terrain, wheel sizes and personal preference
- Super Boost 12 x 157 mm rear hub spacing allows for a shorter chainstay length (431–432 mm), more tire clearance, stiffer wheels and more chainring options
- Clearance fits 29 in. wheels with up to 2.6 in. tires or 27.5 in. wheels with up to 3 in. tires (equipped with 29 in. wheels and tires; 27.5 in. wheels and tires not included)
- Integrated strap location on the frame lets you secure a tube or tool kit (strap and accessories not included)
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Mountain Bike Style | All-mountain |
| Frame | Cassidy carbon V1 |
| Bike Suspension | Full Suspension |
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Select+ RC 180 mm, 44 mm offset |
| Fork Travel | 180 millimeters |
| Rear Shock | RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ |
| Crankset | Shimano SLX M7130, 30T |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BB52 73 mm BSA, threaded |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX M7100 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX M8100 SGS |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51T, 12-speed |
| Number of Gears | 12 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | 4-piston Shimano Deore M6120 |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore M6120 |
| Rims | WTB KOM Trail i30 |
| Front Hub | Shimano SLX M7110 15 x 110 mm hub |
| Rear Hub | Shimano SLX M7130 12 x 157 mm hub |
| Wheel Size | 29 inches |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5 in.; rear: Maxxis Dissector 29 x 2.4 in.; Maxx Grip, DD and tubeless ready |
| Tire Width | 2.5 inches 2.4 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Flat Bar |
| Handlebar | Race Face Aeffect R 35 |
| Stem | Salsa Guide Trail 50 mm |
| Seat Post | TranzX YSI05, Shimano MT500 lever, 30 mm travel adjust |
| Saddle | WTB Volt 250 Steel, 250 x 135 mm |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | Cane Creek 40 Series, ZS44/ZS56 |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Dropper Post | Yes |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
Salsa Bikes (199786)
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 165cm–173cm | 173cm–180cm | 180cm–188cm | 188cm–UP |
| Reach | 439 / 443 | 460 / 463 | 481 / 484 | 502 / 505 |
| Stack | 617 / 615 | 622 / 619 | 631 / 628 | 640 / 637 |
| Effective Top Tube | 596 / 595 | 619 / 618 | 642 / 641 | 665 / 664 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 405 | 430 | 455 | 480 |
| Standover Height | 640 / 637 | 740 / 743 | 741 / 744 | 741 / 744 |
| Head Tube Length | 95 | 100 | 110 | 120 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 63.8 / 64.1 | 63.8 / 64.1 | 63.8 / 64.1 | 63.8 / 64.1 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 75.7 / 76.0 | 75.7 / 76.0 | 75.7 / 76.0 | 75.7 / 76.0 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 19 / 15 | 19 / 15 | 19 / 15 | 19 / 15 |
| Wheelbase | 1213 / 1212 | 1236 / 1235 | 1262 / 1261 | 1287 / 1286 |
| 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.
