How to Choose Mountain Bikes
Salsa Horsethief Deore 12 Mountain Bike
$2,500.00
One ride to rule trails both local and far-flung, the Salsa Horsethief Deore 12 mountain bike is capable of pushing through technical terrain and confidence-inspiring on aggressive pushes.
Key Details
Wheel Size
29 inches
Fork Travel
140 millimeters
Number of Gears
12 gear(s)
- Aluminum frame 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 inspires 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 is 5 mm 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
- 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 | Trail |
| Frame | Horsethief alloy V3 |
| Bike Suspension | Full Suspension |
| Fork | RockShox 35 Silver TK 140 mm, 42 mm offset |
| Fork Travel | 140 millimeters |
| Rear Shock | RockShox Deluxe Select+ |
| Crankset | Shimano MT512, 30T |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BB52 73 mm BSA, threaded |
| Shifters | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Deore M6100 SGS |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51T, 12-speed |
| Number of Gears | 12 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Shimano MT4100 |
| Brake Levers | Shimano MT4100 |
| Rims | WTB ST i30 |
| Front Hub | 400-B 15 x 110 mm hub |
| Rear Hub | Shimano SLX M7130 12 x 157 mm hub |
| Wheel Size | 29 inches |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis DHF 29 x 2.5 in.; rear: Maxxis DHR II 29 x 2.4 in.; EXO/tubeless ready |
| Tire Width | 2.5 inches 2.4 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Flat Bar |
| Handlebar | Race Face Chester 35 |
| Stem | Salsa Guide Trail 50 mm |
| Seat Post | TranzX YSI05, Shimano MT500 lever, 30 mm travel adj |
| Saddle | WTB Volt 250 steel, 250 x 135 mm |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | FSA Orbit IS-2 ACB IS41/IS52 |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100 |
| Dropper Post | Yes |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
Salsa Bikes (199788, 199787)
| S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'5" - 5'8" | 5'8" - 5'11" | 5'11" - 6'2" | 6'2" and up |
| Reach | 413 / 415 | 432 / 434 | 451 / 453 | 470 / 472 |
| Stack | 613 / 611 | 622 / 620 | 632 / 629 | 641 / 639 |
| Effective Top Tube | 596 / 595 | 618 / 617 | 639 / 639 | 661 / 660 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 419 | 444 | 483 | 520 |
| Standover Height | 750 / 753 | 748 / 758 | 759 / 769 | 769 / 780 |
| Head Tube Length | 103 | 113 | 123 | 133 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 66.8 / 67 | 66.8 / 67 | 66.8 / 67 | 66.8 / 67 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 73.4 / 73.6 | 73.4 / 73.6 | 73.4 / 73.6 | 73.4 / 73.6 |
| Wheelbase | 1141 | 1164 | 1187 | 1209 |
| Chainstay | 432 / 431 | 432 / 431 | 432 / 431 | 432 / 431 |
| Fork Offset | 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
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.
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McBiker
Fantastic Rig!
1 year ago
Able to climb up/around Black Mountain and down Black Widow in San Diego. A solid rig for Mammoth Mountain. Will be able to rip this rig around Utah and Arizona as well. Solid components and backed up with great REI service.
Yes , I recommend this product
Anonymous
Albuquerque, NM
Loving my Salsa Horstheif
1 year ago
My first full suspension bike. Really enjoying it a couple months in. Makes downhills much more fun than my old hardtail, Novara Matador. It is not super lite, but it works very well. Tires are tubeless ready with a conversion done by the bike techs here while they setup the bike. Techs have been super great. Bike climbs well rides well uphill also, especially as I now have the suspension more dialed in to my weight with my full kit including full Camelpack. Taken it out in foothills, north and south, Placirtas Pine flats, and of course the Bosque, north south and central. Very sturdy, solid ride. Has handled everything I’ve thrown at it. Love the wider beefier tiers it comes with. 29x 2.6, vs my old 29 x2.1. Floats over many of the sandy patches in Bosque. Dropper post is super nice. Took a minute to get used to, but am loving it. Gearing is really nice, pleanty of low gears and high gear plenty fast for me. Shifting is pretty good,have had to do some adjustments, but it is a new bike with new cables that are still getting their breakin period. Love the hydronic disc breaks, so much better than my cable disks on my hardtail. Lotta bike for the price, especially with the 20% + discount I got.
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:30"
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
jim r
10 months ago
Age:25–34
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'0"
Experience Level:Beginner
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
jim r
10 months ago