Bikes

Timberjack is Salsa's aggressive trail hardtail. Its progressive trail geometry is stable on descents and technical sections, while the Alternator 2.0 dropouts allow for adjustable chainstay length to dial in ride characteristics. Ample accessory mounts and dual wheel size compatibility add more versatility to the package, making Timberjack a well-rounded ripper that likes to party. - 6061-T6 alloy frame - Aggressive trail geometry - 130 mm fork and dropper post provide capability in technical terrain - Alternator 2.0 dropouts expand drivetrain and setup options - Short chainstays and long front-center provide agility and stability on the trail - Front triangle space is maximized for frame bag use - Internal cable routing - Compatible with 27.5+ or 29" wheels

The Sun Seeker Fat Tad CX is the most fun you'll have this low to the ground, off-road. This bad boy is equipped with front and rear suspension, Chromoly frame, plus 4-inch wide off-road tires! The Fat Tad will handle sand and gravel like no other trike out there. Shifting is smooth with SRAM drivetrain components and 3x8 gearing while reliable, all-weather braking is provided by the Promax mechanical disc brake up front. Other features include an aluminum seat frame, air-mesh padded seat, and provisions to mount four water bottle cages. - Fits riders with an X-Seam of 37 – 50-1/2" (94 – 128cm)

The Revo line allows you to get your first taste of the BMX world on a solid and well-designed bike. We took extra care when hand-selecting the components on these bikes to ensure that they could be ridden straight out of the box and are simple to work on and maintain, but also easily upgradeable over time. Despite the low price-point, the Revo is packed full of great features like 25-9 gearing, tapered fork legs, and short/responsive pro-inspired geometry. Building on the Revo 20", the Revo 20" Pro adds a 3pc crank upgrade, making this machine even more dialed than ever before.

The Timberjack Ti absolutely owns all paths — wooded, skinny, and flowy, making you the master of every ride thanks to its multi-talented character. The frame is constructed from custom, top-shelf titanium with a fast-handling geometry to deliver the stiffness needed to whip through tight turns and accelerate with instant power, while super-short chainstays make it easy to lift over obstacles so you can stay with the flow. Run it as a 27.5+ with up to 3-inch tires for maximum fun, or go for efficiency with a 29er wheelset — with Salsa's Alternator Dropouts you get an impressive grip of wheelset and drivetrain options to suit your style and intention.

Warbird is Salsa's gravel race bike, built off years of experience racing in some of the nation’s premier gravel events. It's designed to survive and thrive on anything from the often-hazardous B-roads that make up much of the Midwest gravel scene to the fire roads that climb to the heavens on the coasts. - High-modulus carbon frame with rear thru-axle dropouts and rear rack compatibility via Rack-Lock seat collar (sold separately) - Class 5 vibration reduction system dramatically increases comfort - Waxwing carbon fork featuring a 12 x 100mm thru-axle, Three-Pack and fender mounts, mid-blade eyelets, dynamo cable routing, and flat-mount brake standard - Full-frame internal cable routing for Di2 and mechanical brakes - Toptube bag mounts on all sizes, 3 bottle mounts on sizes 56cm and up - Clearance for 40mm travel suspension forks and internal dropper post routing (1x set-ups only) - Enhanced geometry with added clearance for up to 700c x 45mm, or 650b x 54mm (2.1") - Headset included

Vaya is designed to handle any road surface, from pavement to gravel to dirt. Whether you’re on a fast tour or just taking your time, this all road adventure and light touring bike is a versatile machine that feels great lightly loaded or unloaded. Build this frameset into the Vaya that meets YOUR needs. The frameset is the perfect foundation for a highly capable all-road or light touring bike. Whether your focus is fast and playful for blazing around fire roads or robust and stable for off-pavement exploration, Vaya's game.

Quick As You Like A swift, sporty bike that’s perfect for getting a workout, city cruising, or just getting out and feeling good. Highlights - Lightweight aluminum frame w/ 360° reflective accents - Shimano Tourney TX 14-speed drivetrain w/ disc brakes - Integrated connectivity with the Cannondale App Where it thrives - In town, leisurely rides, on crowded streets What it's built for - Agility, visibility, comfort

Urban legend. The ultimate urban ride. Elegantly aggressive style. Forward-thinking features. Traffic-slaying performance. Where it thrives In town, leisurely rides, on crowded streets What it's built for Visibility, durability Highlights - Lefty LightPipe fork with integrated light - Shimano Altus 18-speed drivetrain with hydraulic disc brakes - Alloy seatpost with integrated tail light LightPipe Lefty The wild Lefty fork is incredibly stiff for precise handling, and features a bright, integrated SuperNova LED light strip for added visibility and a one-of-a-kind appearance. LED Seatpost Super clean integrated LED lights in the seatpost add safety with style. USB rechargable. Urban Armor Integrated top tube bumpers protect your frame when leaning and locking.

All Ways, All Days. An urban-adventure bike for cities and town pathways, open countryside and everything else. Expand your horizons on one bike to do it all. Where it thrives In town, Leisurely rides, On crowded streets What it's built for Visibility, Agility, Comfort Highlights - Light and durable SmartForm C3 Alloy frame / Suspension fork, 63mm travel, remote lockout - Shimano 8-speed drivetrain with hydraulic disc brakes. - Vittoria 700x40c multi-surface tires - Integrated connectivity with Cannondale App Smooth Lines Quick CX has been redesigned with a custom fork that seamlessly flows into the headtube for a refined and classy look Connect An integrated wheel sensor helps track your activity (like speed, distance, and calories burned), registers your bike, reminds you of needed service, and more, all through the free Cannondale App Intellimount Stem A convenient mount on the stem will securely hold any SP-Connect compatible smartphone case, creating a dashboard display for speed, mileage, and more with the Cannondale App Versatility Comes Standard Wanna get serious? The Quick CX comes with fender brackets for foul weather and universal, easy-to-use rack mounts for grabbing groceries and life on the go

- 6061 aluminum alloy frame with reinforcing gussets at critical points - Single-speed drivetrain with flip-flop rear hub - Rear alloy linear-pull brake with 2-finger lever - Three piece chromoly BMX cranks with 8-spline quad bearing BB - 29" double wall alloy rims with stainless steel spokes - 29 x 2.30" Vee Tire Co. Speedster tires - Black Ops SpecOp BMX handlebar with brace - Black Ops SpecOp custom BMX saddle with anti-slip surface - Frame Standover: 29.5" - Min Seat to Ground: 32" - Min Seat to Pedal: 28" - Bike Weight: 30.5 lbs - Rider Weight Limit: 250 lbs

Marrakesh is Salsa's world-touring bike, designed for fully loaded, rugged exploration. It’s stable and predictable when heavily loaded, and durable enough to take on everything from the Turkish dust to mud from Thailand’s monsoon season. Starting with a Marrakesh frameset and hand-selecting the components with the help of your friendly local bike shop is probably the best way for you to create a bike that's perfect for you. After all, when you're going to spend this many hours on a bike, you need it to be just right.

Quick bikes are the lightest in their class. Beautifully crafted aluminum frames and carbon fiber forks add up to a difference you can feel. Easier to pedal, easier to lift, easier to love! To blend speed with comfort, Quick uses road-bike style wheels fitted with larger volume tires for better bump absorption, grip and durability. Our OutFront steering geometry makes riding easier. It delivers agile handling, while positioning the wheel further out in front for more stability, more control and less chance of toe-overlap. An integrated wheel sensor helps track your activity (like speed, distance and calories burned), registers your bike, reminds you of needed service and more, all through the free Cannondale app. A convenient mount on the stem will securely hold any SP-Connect compatible smartphone case, creating a dashboard display for speed, mileage and more with the Cannondale App. The Quick's graphics feature bright 360° reflective elements for that extra measure of safety in low light conditions. - SmartForm aluminum frame with carbon fork - Cannondale Disc wheelset - 9-speed Shimano Sora components - Tekrto hydraulic disc brakes

The Eco-Delta SX is Sun Seeker's most affordable recumbent trike that also happens to be full of great features. The 3-wheel design gives this recumbent superior stability, while the ergonomic position is great for staying comfortable and relaxed even on all-day rides. The steel frame is strong and compliant for shock absorbency over rough roads and the aluminum wheels wrapped in durable Kenda tires are smooth-rolling. The seven-speed drivetrain provides plenty of options for hills and the Promax brakes deliver reliable stopping power. It has a fully-adjustable mesh-back saddle with a padded bottom that keeps you cool and comfortable on long outings. There are spare bottle mounts on the handlebar and seat frame to let you carry plenty of hydration for the long hauls. - Fits riders with an X-Seam of 31" – 53" (31 – 79cm)

Journeyer is Salsa's gateway to all-road adventures. The geometry provides comfort and confidence on any road surface. Versatile cargo carrying options extend riding range and allow for many different missions. It all comes together to create the perfect introduction to all-road riding. - 6061-T6 alloy frame - Salsa Waxwing carbon fork with mid-blade rack mounts, fender mounts, Three-Pack mounts, and internal dynamo cable routing - Flat mount brakes - Internal cable routing including stealth dropper post routing - Water, tool, and accessory mounts on frame and fork allow for longer rides - Compatible with 700c and 650b wheels and tires

These are the bikes that started it all—now, they're our best-sellers! Speed, style, and simplicity make these bikes the perfect storm of awesome whether you're starting out, getting back into biking after a few years away, or just want to get a feel for riding fixed! - 43cm will come with a rear brake, 650c wheels, and 650x23C tires. Fixed Gear or Freewheel? We chose a flip-flop rear hub to give you the flexibility to ride fixed or freewheel. Riding fixed gives you an unmatched feeling of connectedness to the bike, the road, and helps you perfect your pedal-stroke. Riding freewheel gives you the ability to coast and cruise, just like the single-speed you grew up on! No matter which you choose to ride, the standard front brake guarantees you can stop either way.

Warroad is Salsa’s endurance all-road bike built to perform on-road, while being fully capable of off-pavement pursuits. It’s the bike for riders who don’t define a road ride by the surfaces they travel. Endurance all-road geometry, Class 5 frame Vibration Reduction System, dual wheel-size compatibility with a wide range of tire fitments, and a variety of mounting options set the Warroad apart.

Hybrid doesn't do it justice. When we sat down to engineer our urban commuter, we wanted to do something different. Something fast. Something fun. And, most importantly, something people would want to ride. And isn't a Hybrid. It's an Urban Assault bike. And it's a blast. Slip through your city like a shadow. Subtle, stylish, and sporty – your perfect urban assault vehicle is right here. - 8 speeds to conquer your city's toughest streets. - Disc brakes for awesome all-weather stopping power. - Dual chainguard keeps your chain in place over the roughest roads. - WTB Slick 700x32c for a smooth roll and snappy handling. - Rack and fender compatible so you can haul it all and keep yourself dry.

With its sweeping curves, the Pure City Step-Through has the classic look of a cobblestone street with a smooth modern feel. Whether you're headed uptown, downtown, or just around the corner, if you're on this bike, you'll always be taking the scenic route! Speeds to meet your needs We designed these bikes to thrive in whatever city you call home. Because not every city is created equally, we built two different gearing options so you can pick that set-up that's right for you. The 3-speed gives you a small range of gears to cycle through and the internal hub is unmatched for ease of use and creating a clean, minimalist look. The 8-speed gives you a wider range of gears to tackle tough hills and haul heavier loads. - Wider range of gears for taming hilly cities or hauling heavy loads. - Higher top speed before "spinning out". - Cheaper to own, repair, and replace.

The Pure Cycles Coaster Bikes are biking made simple. One speed, no cables, no levers, no nonsense—just you, the bike, and the road. Featuring a hands-free coaster brake for easy stops, swept-back bars for a comfy, upright ride, and a steel frame to soften the road, this bike is perfect for quick errands, slow rolls, and all of those late-night party rides. As easy as riding a bike. - Coaster brake – just push back on the pedals to stop. - Sealed bottom bracket for smooth spins - 25mm rims - Warranty activated with professional assembly from your local bike shop.

Nothing is Impassable The best gravel bike for anything from dirt roads to singletrack trails. With the grip and comfort of the Kingpin suspension, nothing is off-limits. Where it thrives Gravel and Dirt Roads, Rough Pavement, Trails What it's built for Gravel riding, back road exploring, bike packing and off-road adventures Highlights - Lightweight Topstone Carbon frameset with Kingpin suspension, SmartSense Ready / Integrated Cannondale App connectivity - Shimano GRX 800/600 11-speed gravel group - WTB ST i23 TCS rims / 700x45c WTB Riddler TCS Light tires Go ahead, ride it. Gravel. Beat-up backroads. Rolling singletrack trails. If your idea of road riding takes you beyond the paved and predictable, Topstone Carbon is the gravel bike for you. With the go-anywhere, ride-anything traction of its revolutionary Kingpin suspension system, it delivers more comfort on-road, and more grip- and-rip control off-road than any other bike on the market. Kingpin Suspension Delivering a smooth ride without the added weight and complexity of a shock and links, Kingpin is our answer for the most demanding gravel riders. Whether you need more comfort to go long, more traction to push beyond or more give to take on the tech - Kingpin is the maintenance-free, lightweight answer to your prayers. Load Up. Roll Out. With plentiful gear and waterbottle mounts on the frame and fork, Topstone Carbon is ready to load up and go long. Corner like a Boss Rail through the rough and come out smiling. Led by our OutFront steering geometry, the Topstone Carbon offers up handling that's serenely stable in the chop, and light & nimble everywhere else.

Roll On! With 20" wheels and easy-pedaling gearing, this bike is made to build speed and confidence everywhere from the street to the pump track. Where it thrives: In town, Leisurely rides What it's built for: Comfort, Handling Highlights: - Light, durable SmartForm C3 Alloy frame - Rear coaster brake and front hand brake - 20" alloy rims with versatile multi-surface tires

Fargo is our original drop bar mountain bike. A bit of a cult classic, it’s designed for mixed surface riders and bikepackers who want the versatility to take any route and the capability to carry everything needed when they’re out for days on end. Features: - Triple Butted Cromoly Tubeset Salsa-designed, triple-butted, and frame size-specific seamless CroMoly tubing - Firestarter 110 Fork Light, tough, and ultra-versatile, this is our carbon fork for all-terrain riding. Two sets of Three-Pack mounts on each fork leg give you room for extra water or Anything Cages, and mid-blade mounts accommodate low rider racks. Firestarter fits a wide range of tire sizes, from 27.5 x 2.8–3.0" to 29 x 2.2–3.0" - Fargo Geometry Designed as a drop bar mountain bike, optimized for fit with the Salsa Woodchipper or Cowchipper handlebars. Capable of handling everything from technical singletrack trails, two-track, gravel, and the occasional paved road. Predictable handling with or without a load. The bike to ride for multiple-surface excursions - Alternator Dropouts V1.5 A split-able version of our renowned Alternator Dropout for ultimate drivetrain versatility. Run singlespeed or geared, QR or thru-axle, freehub or Rohloff, or Gates Belt Drive. Set Alternator Dropouts all the way forward for a shorter wheelbase that results in quick and nimble handling or set back for more stability. See our Alternator Page for more info - Belt Drive Compatible Tested and certified for belt drive use - 29 x 2.2" Wheel/Tire Spec This wheel and tire size rolls fast, keeps weight down, and offers excellent maneuverability - Multiple Weelsize Versatility Fargo geometry and spacing can accommodate 27.5+, 29", and, on sizes small to x-large, 29+ making for a highly capable bike that’s ready for just about any endeavor - Rear Rack Friendly Designed for use with the Salsa Alternator Plus Rack 135/142/148

Beargrease pairs a race-ready carbon frame with the capability of fat tires for the ultimate groomed-trail machine. Its trail geometry, dropper post, and 27.5" wheels grant you confidence in loose corners and descents and make for an all-season ripper. Frame and fork mounts for extra bottles and cargo make it easier to gear up for your long days out or even overnighters, and the high-performance XT/SLX drivetrain is the icing on the cake. For light-and-quick confidence on any terrain, Beargrease is one of the best carbon fat-tire bikes out there.

Rustler C SLX is a 27.5 full suspension mountain bike with a focus on maximizing trail fun. A carbon frame, 27.5" wheels, and geometry designed for a lively ride means this is a bike that comes ready to play. Rustler uses a Split Pivot suspension design for 130 mm of rear travel that is supple over small bumps, supportive on bigger hits, and delivers traction when braking, accelerating, and climbing technical terrain so you're less likely to spin out. Rustler also comes with space for a full-size water bottle and a top tube mount that accommodates all manner of ride accessories. Shimano's proven SLX drivetrain and four-piston brakes keep every ride smooth and reliable. KEY FEATURES: SPLIT PIVOT® REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Split Pivot provides a host of impressive suspension characteristics because the system isolates pedaling forces and braking forces from each other, allowing us to tune and optimize the bike for both independently. The concentric rear axle pivot, in conjunction with precise wheel link, brake link, and control link placement, results in: Excellent bump compliance / Incredible pedaling efficiency / Smooth and predictable braking throughout travel / Maximum traction. ON-BIKE STORAGE: Salsa innovated new bottle and accessory mount placements for added utility and ride range. Our gravel and road bikes have mounts on the top tube and underside of the down tube, plus up to five additional bottle mounts for extra hydration, ride accessories, and bikepacking gear. Our mountain bike line features top tube mounts, mounts on the underside of the down tube on hardtail models, and space for multiple bottles on hardtails and select suspension bikes. FRAME PROTECTION: We use various materials to protect our frames and forks from damage, whether it’s a rock strike on the trail or thick, abrasive mud on your favorite gravel route.

Tom Ritchey rides about 10,000 miles (16,000 km) per year, and most of that is off-road. Combine that with his more than 50 years of designing and building bicycles, and it’s no wonder the Outback has become an icon in the gritty world of gravel and adventure bikes. Wrapped in tasty Guac y Crema paint, or the new Granite & Snow colorway, the Outback sports several practical and adaptable features that offer riders the ability to chase epic ride experiences beyond the end of the road and the end of the day. Rack and fender mounts help to keep things dry and expand the load-carrying capacity for longer bikepacking adventures, while clearance for 700c x 48mm or 650b x 2.0in tires opens up a whole new world of possibilities. Doubling down on the Outback’s practical performance, an all-carbon fiber Ritchey Adventure Fork with multi-purpose mounts on the legs gives you more places to stow the supplies you gather at the last café. The Outback is painstakingly TIG-welded with proprietary triple-butted Ritchey Logic steel tubing that now sports an updated one-piece truss design for flat mount brakes* - providing as much stiffness and strength of previous mounts while significantly reducing chainstay weight. Bikepacking, road, off-road, trail, expedition, you name it…the Ritchey Outback is designed do it all. - Includes Ritchey Adventure Fork with multipurpose mounts - Accepts 700c x 48mm or 650b x 2.0in tires - Features rack and fender mounts - Heat-treated, triple-butted Ritchey Logic II tubing - Includes Ritchey WCS Carbon Adventure 12x100mm thru-axle fork - Forged and machined straight head tube - Full length housing stops for use with cable or hydraulic brakes - Front and rear flat mount disc brake interface - 12x142mm rear thru-axle

Steeped with more than 50 years of frame-building heritage, innovation, exploration, and lots of riding, the classic lines of this beautiful steel frame and carbon fiber fork unite with modern building techniques and proven materials to deliver a contemporary bicycle that’s wonderfully comfortable for long days in the saddle, nimble and stiff enough to win the sprint for that sign, and adequately adaptable to endure roads that might lack proper pavement. The Road Logic Disc frame is built with a heat-treated and triple-butted Ritchey Logic tubeset designed specifically for the Road Logic. It features aggressively short-butted sections optimized for TIG welding that save weight and improve ride quality. The frameset also includes a Ritchey WCS Carbon Road Fork for precise handling and responsiveness. Updated for 2024, this modern classic now sports compatibility with Shimano’s newest Di2 semi-wireless groupsets. A new drive side dropout design allows for concealed wire routing from the battery in the seat tube, through the bottom bracket area into the chainstay where it makes a stealthy exit to the rear derailleur. But mechanical shifting fans, rejoice - the Road Logic Disc frame retains cable stops for mechanical groupsets. On the non-drive side chainstay sits a new one-piece truss design for flat mount brakes - providing as much stiffness and strength of previous mounts while reducing chainstay weight significantly. With purpose-driven design, unyielding attention to detail, and modern features, the new Road Logic Disc almost telepathically delivers an amazing ride experience unlike any other bike. It’s fast, nimble, comfortable, and perfectly suited for wherever your rides take you. - Heat-treated, triple-butted Ritchey Logic tube set features short-butted sections optimized to save weight and improve ride quality - Now compatibility with Shimano newest Di2 semi-wireless groupsets - Painted to match Ritchey full carbon fork - Forged and machined straight head tube - Standard road spacing on frame and fork - Fits tires up to 30c - Ritchey WCS Carbon Road Fork included - 12x142 thru axle (included with frame) - Logic Zero WCS drop in 1-1/8" headset included

Cassidy C XT is a well-balanced carbon enduro bike. The stiff frame helps you hold your line through treacherous terrain, while Fox's Float X2 Performance shock and Float 38 Performance Elite GRIP2 soften the trail with 165 mm rear and 180 mm front travel. Progressive trail geometry and our Split Pivot suspension design keep your tires planted both down and up the mountain. On-bike cargo features such as a padded tube strap spot, top tube mount, and full-size bottle clearance support extra laps or longer days out, making Cassidy ideal for enduro adventures. Shimano's XT 1 x 12 components bring smooth shifting, wide range, and four-piston brakes to take it all to the next level. Time to start adding trails to your "must-ride" list. KEY FEATURES: SPLIT PIVOT® REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Split Pivot provides a host of impressive suspension characteristics because the system isolates pedaling forces and braking forces from each other, allowing us to tune and optimize the bike for both independently. The concentric rear axle pivot, in conjunction with precise wheel link, brake link, and control link placement, results in: Excellent bump compliance / Incredible pedaling efficiency / Smooth and predictable braking throughout travel / Maximum traction. SPLIT PIVOT + Split Pivot + is our suspension development philosophy that allows riders to swap suspension travel within a single chassis. Flip Chip 2.0 Integrated into the shock link mount, Flip Chip 2.0 allows simple, quick adjustments to bottom bracket height and head tube angle to account for the rider’s personal preference, terrain, or wheel size and tire diameter. MULLET BUILD COMPATIBILITY Mullet build compatibility lets riders run a 29" wheel in the front and a 27.5" wheel in the back with minimal impacts to geometry.

Rustler Deore is a 27.5 mountain bike that likes to get playful on the trail. The agile geometry and 27.5 wheels make it easier to hit those rock booters, add your flair to jumps and drops, and jib wherever inspiration strikes. With Split Pivot suspension design, Rustler's 130 mm of rear travel stays active for superb traction while accelerating, braking, and climbing, with plenty of supple small-bump compliance and support on bigger hits. Shimano's Deore drivetrain is a long-running favorite, with 12 speeds on tap and plenty of gear range. Hydraulic disc brakes ensure a quick stop when it matters. Accommodations for a full-size water bottle and top tube mounts let you spend more time riding. KEY FEATURES: SPLIT PIVOT® REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Split Pivot provides a host of impressive suspension characteristics because the system isolates pedaling forces and braking forces from each other, allowing us to tune and optimize the bike for both independently. The concentric rear axle pivot, in conjunction with precise wheel link, brake link, and control link placement, results in: Excellent bump compliance / Incredible pedaling efficiency / Smooth and predictable braking throughout travel / Maximum traction. ON-BIKE STORAGE: Salsa innovated new bottle and accessory mount placements for added utility and ride range. Our gravel and road bikes have mounts on the top tube and underside of the down tube, plus up to five additional bottle mounts for extra hydration, ride accessories, and bikepacking gear. Our mountain bike line features top tube mounts, mounts on the underside of the down tube on hardtail models, and space for multiple bottles on hardtails and select suspension bikes. FRAME PROTECTION: We use various materials to protect our frames and forks from damage, whether it’s a rock strike on the trail or thick, abrasive mud on your favorite gravel route.

Rustler SLX is designed from the ground up to be a playful trail bike. An aluminum frame, responsive trail geometry, and the agility of 27.5" wheels mean you can get creative with the trail features. Rustler's Split Pivot suspension design makes the most of its 130 mm of rear travel and is active while accelerating, braking, and climbing for reliable traction. Shimano's SLX drivetrain performs smoothly ride after ride, and the four-piston hydraulic brakes bring the action to a halt when you need it. With space for a full-size water bottle and a top tube mount for ride accessories, it's easier to keep the fun rolling. KEY FEATURES: SPLIT PIVOT® REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Split Pivot provides a host of impressive suspension characteristics because the system isolates pedaling forces and braking forces from each other, allowing us to tune and optimize the bike for both independently. The concentric rear axle pivot, in conjunction with precise wheel link, brake link, and control link placement, results in: Excellent bump compliance / Incredible pedaling efficiency / Smooth and predictable braking throughout travel / Maximum traction. ON-BIKE STORAGE: Salsa innovated new bottle and accessory mount placements for added utility and ride range. Our gravel and road bikes have mounts on the top tube and underside of the down tube, plus up to five additional bottle mounts for extra hydration, ride accessories, and bikepacking gear. Our mountain bike line features top tube mounts, mounts on the underside of the down tube on hardtail models, and space for multiple bottles on hardtails and select suspension bikes. FRAME PROTECTION: We use various materials to protect our frames and forks from damage, whether it’s a rock strike on the trail or thick, abrasive mud on your favorite gravel route.

Rustler C XT puts fun first. The lightweight carbon frame, responsive geometry, and 27.5" wheel size keep it nimble for hitting all of your favorite trail features. Split Pivot suspension design means 130 mm of supple yet progressively supportive rear travel that's active enough to provide traction when accelerating, braking, and climbing. Shimano's XT component set is revered around the world and better now than ever, with wide-range 12-speed components for smooth shifting and four-piston brakes to slow you down when necessary. With room for a full-size bottle and a top tube mount for accessories, Rustler might be the best carbon trail bike for a phenomenal day in the woods. KEY FEATURES: SPLIT PIVOT® REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Split Pivot provides a host of impressive suspension characteristics because the system isolates pedaling forces and braking forces from each other, allowing us to tune and optimize the bike for both independently. The concentric rear axle pivot, in conjunction with precise wheel link, brake link, and control link placement, results in: Excellent bump compliance / Incredible pedaling efficiency / Smooth and predictable braking throughout travel / Maximum traction. ON-BIKE STORAGE: Salsa innovated new bottle and accessory mount placements for added utility and ride range. Our gravel and road bikes have mounts on the top tube and underside of the down tube, plus up to five additional bottle mounts for extra hydration, ride accessories, and bikepacking gear. Our mountain bike line features top tube mounts, mounts on the underside of the down tube on hardtail models, and space for multiple bottles on hardtails and select suspension bikes. FRAME PROTECTION: We use various materials to protect our frames and forks from damage, whether it’s a rock strike on the trail or thick, abrasive mud on your favorite gravel route.