Salsa Mountain Bikes|Blackthorn 145 C GX AXS Transmission Mountain Bike (Slate/Terracotta) (S)

Salsa Blackthorn 145 C GX AXS Transmission Mountain Bike Description:

The Salsa Blackthorn 145 C GX AXS Transmission Mountain Bike 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 bikes 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 waterbottles, repair kits, and other accessories round out the versatile backbone of this bike.

Adorning this frame is a capable and durable build kit that ensures a rider has all the tools they need. 160mm of front travel and 145mm of rear travel are controlled by a Fox 36 Performance Elite suspension fork and Float X Performance Elite shock, both of which have excellent small bump responsiveness, will keep the bike glued to the ground, and shield the rider from harsh impacts. A very broad 1×12 speed gear range is controlled by SRAM’s GX Eagle Transmission wireless electronic drivetrain, which delivers very rapid and precise shifting performance even when it is time to lay down the power; when it is time to apply the brakes, reliable and powerful SRAM Maven Bronze Stealth 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes and massive 200mm rotors front and rear efficiently scrub speed and get things back under control. Sturdy WTB alloy wheels with tubeless ready, 30mm internal width rims support 2.5″ wide Teravail Clifty tires to create a smooth rolling package that delivers fast speeds and excellent traction over a wide variety of trail surfaces. Rounding out the package are premium cockpit components from Race Face, Salsa, TranzX, and WTB that ties everything together to create a very 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 maintains agility on tight trails and improves 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 Elite fork and Float X Performance Elite rear shock are highly adjustable to suit a rider’s preferences and provide excellent comfort and support throughout the suspension travel
• SRAM GX Eagle Transmission wireless electronic drivetrain delivers very crisp and precise shifting throughout a very wide 1×12 speed gear range even when applying power to the pedals
• Powerful SRAM Maven Bronze Stealth 4-piston hydraulic brakes stuffed with 200mm rotors have exceptional heat management resulting in easy modulation and an abundance of reliable braking power for scrubbing speed even when riding at the extremes
• Stout WTB alloy wheels and Teravail Clifty tires tenaciously grips the ground, 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 carries 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 Elite (15x110mm) (44mm Offset) (160mm Travel)
• Rear Shock: Fox Float X Performance Elite (210 x 55mm)
• Headset: FSA Orbit 1.5E ZS NO.57E (1-1/8″ – 1-1/2″ Tapered)
• Handlebar: Race Face Turbine Alloy (20mm Rise) (35.0mm Clamp)
• Grips: WTB Wavelength (Lock-On)
• Stem: Salsa Guide Trail (3D-Forged 6061-T6 Aluminum) (35.0mm 4-Bolt Clamp)
• Brake Levers: SRAM Maven Bronze Stealth
• Brakes: SRAM Maven Bronze Stealth (4-Piston Caliper)
• Rotors: SRAM Centerline 2.0 (6-Bolt) (200mm) (Front & Rear)
• Shifter: SRAM AXS Pod Controller (MatchMaker X Clamp) (12-Speed)
• Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle Transmission (12-Speed)
• Crank: SRAM GX Eagle (30t) (w/ MRP 1x SL ISCG-05 Composite Bashguard)
• Bottom Bracket: SRAM DUB MTB Wide (73mm Threaded BSA)
• Cassette: SRAM GX Eagle 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 SL Fusion Form (Medium) (Steel Rails)
• Seatpost: TranzX REVERSE Dropper (w/ GL Stealth MMX Lever) (30.9mm) (S: 160mm Travel) (M: 180mm Travel) (L/XL: 210mm Travel)
• Rims: WTB KOM Tough 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: Pillar Double-Butted Stainless Steel (Black) (J-Bend)
• Front Tire: Teravail Clifty (Durable Casing) (Tubeless Ready) (29 x 2.5″)
• Rear Tire: Teravail Clifty (Durable Casing) (Tubeless Ready) (29 x 2.5″)
• Model year: –
• Color: Slate Blue/Terracotta Orange
• Weight: –