Salsa Mountain Bikes|Blackthorn 145 C Eagle 90 Transmission (Black/Graphite Gray) (M)

Salsa Blackthorn 145 C Eagle 90 Transmission Description:

The Salsa Blackthorn 145 C Eagle 90 Transmission does a bit of everything well and rewards a rider for being aggressive. A lightweight, yet robust carbon fiber frame features a balanced all-around geometry with a long, low, and slack front end which creates remarkable stability when going downhill while a short rear triangle adds a nimble, playful nature for taking on more technical stretches; when the trail points uphill, a steep seat tube angle puts the rider in an incredibly efficient and powerful pedaling position, and the stiff lower half of the frame ensures that everything pushed through the pedals goes to the rear wheel. Rear wheel travel is articulated by a Split Pivot suspension design that adds to this bike’s overall efficiency by separating braking forces from the suspension action, resulting in outstanding braking and cornering traction throughout the full travel range even if the brakes have been locked up. Slick, full-length internal cable routing, molded rubber guards throughout high-impact zones, and multiple mounts for water bottles, repair kits, and other accessories round out the versatile backbone of this bike.

Adorning this frame is a build kit that provides performance that consistently answers the bell when called on and is easy to maintain. 160mm of front travel and 145mm of rear travel are controlled by a FOX 36 Performance suspension fork and FOX Float X Performance EVOL LV rear shock, both supply buttery-smooth suspension performance and promise to keep the bike glued to the ground, and shield the rider from harsh impacts. SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission shifting doles out crisp, responsive shifting with lasting durability thanks to SRAM UDH attachment; when it is time to apply the brakes, powerful SRAM Maven 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes and massive 200mm rotors front and rear efficiently scrub speed and get things back under control. Sturdy WTB wheels with tubeless-ready, 30mm internal width rims support 2.5″ wide Teravail Kessel tires to create a smooth rolling package that delivers fast speeds and excellent traction over a wide variety of trail surfaces. Rounding out the complete package are rock-solid cockpit components from Race Face, Salsa, and WTB, resulting in a very adaptable and capable full suspension bike that is ready to get down and boogie on any trail.

Features:

• Long, low, and slack cockpit geometry enhances stability on the descents, while a steep seat tube angle and short chainstay length maintain agility on tight trails and improve seated pedaling efficiency
• High-modulus carbon fiber main frame, seatstays, and chainstay construction with 6061-T6 aluminum links create a lightweight, stiff, and very durable platform
• Split Pivot Full Suspension System with 145mm of travel isolates pedaling forces from the braking forces to create an all-mountain platform with excellent bump compliance, pedaling efficiency, and traction even under heavy braking
• Flip-Chip frame design unlocks different bottom bracket heights, headtube angles, and seat tube angles to fine-tune the handling characteristics to suit rider preference, terrain, and/or wheel size
• Molded rubber down tube, seat tube, chainstay, and seatstay guards protect your frame from impacts and abrasion
• FOX 36 Performance fork and FOX Float X Performance EVOL LV rear shock provide excellent support throughout the suspension travel and keep the wheels planted over challenging terrain
• SRAM Eagle 90 mechanical transmission drivetrain delivers crisp and precise shifting through a wide 1 x 12 speed gear range, even when applying power to the pedals
• Powerful SRAM Maven 4-piston hydraulic brakes stuffed with 200mm rotors have exceptional heat management, so these brakes are very easy to modulate and have a ton of reliable braking power for scrubbing speed even when riding at the extremes
• Robust, tubeless-ready WTB wheels and Teravail Clifty tires grips the ground tenaciously, will reduce the number of flats caused by impacts and punctures, and efficiently roll over challenging terrain
• Two bottle cages, an integrated repair kit strap, and top tube accessory mounts carry gear on the frame, allowing a rider to ditch the hydration pack or hip pack

Specifications:

• Frame: Blackthorn 145 Carbon (Split Pivot Suspension System) (UHD Derailleur Hanger/Dropout) (73mm Threaded BSA Bottom Bracket) (12 x 148mm) (145mm Travel)
• Fork: FOX 36 Performance (GRIP Damper) (15 x 110mm) (44mm Offset) (160mm Travel)
• Rear Shock: FOX Float X Performance EVOL LV (2-Position) (210 x 55mm)
• Headset: FSA Orbit 1.5E ZS NO.57E (1-1/8″ – 1-1/2″ Tapered)
• Handlebar: Race Face Chester (35.0mm Clamp)
• Grips: Salsa File Tread (Lock-On)
• Stem: Salsa Guide (35.0mm)
• Brake Levers: SRAM Maven (Hydraulic)
• Brakes: SRAM Maven (4-Piston Caliper)
• Rotors: SRAM CenterLine 2.0 (6-Bolt) (200mm) (Front & Rear)
• Shifter: SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission (MatchMaker X Clamp) (12-Speed)
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission (12-Speed)
• Crank: SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission (30T) (Single Guard)
• Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB MTB Wide (73mm Threaded BSA)
• Cassette: SRAM XS-1270 Transmission (12-Speed) (10-52T)
• Chain: SRAM GX Eagle Transmission Flattop
• Pedals: Sold Separately (Browse availableFlat Pedals-or-Clipless Pedals By Clicking On The Underlined Words)
• Seat: WTB Solano Steel Hybrid Fusion (Medium)
• Seatpost: TranzX REVERSE YSI35 (w/ GL MMX Lever) (30.9mm)
• Rims:WTB KOM Trail i30 TCS (32H) (Alloy) (30mm Internal Width) (Tubeless Ready)
• Front Hub: WTB Frequency (6-Bolt) (Alloy) (15 x 110mm) (32H)
• Rear Hub: WTB Frequency (6-Bolt) (Alloy) (SRAM XD/XDR) (12 x 148mm) (32H)
• Spokes: Double-Butted Stainless Steel (Black) (J-Bend)
• Front Tire: Teravail Kessel (Durable Casing/Grip Plus) (Tubeless Ready) (29 x 2.5″)
• Rear Tire: Teravail Kessel (Durable Casing/Grip Plus) (Tubeless Ready) (29 x 2.5″)
• Model year: –
• Color: Black /Graphite Gray
• Weight: –