How to Choose Mountain Bikes
Salsa Blackthorn Carbon XT 29 Mountain Bike
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Well-balanced for all-mountain riding, the Salsa Blackthorn Carbon XT 29 bike is a capable climber and stable descender with Split Pivot suspension dialed for maximum traction and pedaling efficiency.
Key Details
Wheel Size
29 inches
Fork Travel
160 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 140 mm travel for efficient pedaling and maximum traction
- 160 mm suspension fork
- 64.6° head tube angle inspires confidence on the descent
- 76.5° 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 | Blackthorn carbon V1 |
| Bike Suspension | Full Suspension |
| Fork | Fox Float 36 Performance Elite GRIP2 160 mm, 44 mm offset |
| Fork Travel | 160 millimeters |
| Rear Shock | Fox Float X Performance Elite |
| Crankset | Shimano XT M8130, 30T |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano SM-BB52 73 mm BSA, threaded |
| Shifters | Shimano XT M8100 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100 SGS |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano SLX M7100, 10-51T, 12-speed |
| Number of Gears | 12 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc Brake |
| Brakes | 4-piston Shimano SLX M7120 |
| Brake Levers | Shimano SLX M7120 |
| Rims | WTB KOM Tough i30 |
| Front Hub | Shimano XT M8110 15 x 110 mm hub |
| Rear Hub | Shimano XT M8130 12 x 157 mm hub |
| Wheel Size | 29 inches |
| Tires | Front: Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5 in.; back: Maxxis Dissector 29 x 2.4 in.; Maxx Grip/Maxx Terra, EXO+ and tubless-ready |
| Tire Width | 2.5 inches 2.4 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Flat Bar |
| Handlebar | Race Face Turbine R 35 |
| Stem | Salsa Guide Trail 50 mm |
| Seat Post | TranzX YSI05, Shimano MT500 lever, 30 mm travel adjust |
| Saddle | WTB Volt 250 Steel SL, 250 x 135 mm |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | Cane Creek 40 Series, ZS44/ZS56 |
| Chain | Shimano SLX M7100 |
| Dropper Post | Yes |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
Salsa Bikes (217369)
| 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 / 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 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 26 / 22 | 26 / 22 | 26 / 21 | 26 / 21 |
| 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.
