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2019

Salsa Horsethief SLX

Salsa Horsethief 2019

2999

Trail

Colour / Red and Charcoal

Size / SM, MD, LG, XL

Weight / 34 lb 3 oz, size MD

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At a glance

The 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX is an Trail Aluminium / Alloy mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, is priced at $2,999 USD, comes in a range of sizes, including SM, MD, LG, XL and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Salsa's Horsethief range of mountain bikes.

A trail bike through and through, Horsethief SLX provides the excuse to start the “Trails I Plan To Ride” bucket list. Designed with confidence-inspiring handling, the ability to run 29er or 27.5 wheels, and 120mm rear and 140mm front suspension travel, this is the bike to tackle them all. High performance, yet durable, Shimano SLX drivetrain components provide silky smooth shifting that’ll keep you covering ground and pouring on the miles. RockShox’s Recon RL 140 fork and Deluxe RT shock, combined with Split Pivot® suspension design, provide the bump absorption to keep you hooked up all day, day after day. Pisgah.

Monarch Crest. Lunch Loops. Ojibwe. McKenzie River. Trail 401. Copper Harbor. Santos. Bentonville. Time to start shortening the bucket list.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Horsethief Aluminum
  • Fork
    RocksShox Recon RL 140mm, 51mm offset
  • Shock
    RockShox Deluxe RT
Wheels
  • Wheels
    Front: WTB Serra hub 110 x 15mm, WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0 29" tubeless ready

    Rear: WTB Serra hub 157 x 12mm, WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0 29" tubeless ready
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Tires
    Maxxis Minion DHF 29 x 2.5" front and DHRII 29 x 2.4" rear, 60 tpi/EXO/tubeless ready
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    Shimano CN-HG601-11
  • Crank
    Race Face Ride, direct mount 32t
  • Bottom Bracket
    73mm BSA, threaded
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano SLX
  • Shifters
    Shimano SLX
  • Cassette
    Shimano SLX 11-46
Components
  • Brakeset
    Shimano BR-MT400, 180mm rotors
  • Handlebar
    Salsa Salt Flat (SM) Rustler (MD–XL)
  • Saddle
    WTB Volt Sport
  • Seatpost
    TranzX JD-YSP15JL, travel: SM = 100mm, MD/LG/XL = 125mm
  • Stem
    Salsa Guide Trail
  • Grips
    Salsa File Tread Lock On
  • Headset
    Cane Creek 10

FAQ

Q: How much is a 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX?

A 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX is typically priced around $2,999 USD when new. Be sure to shop around for the best price, and also look to the used market for a great deal.

Q: Where to buy a 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX?

The 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX may be purchased directly from Salsa.

Q: How much does a 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX weigh?

A 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX weights 34 lb 3 oz, size MD.

Q: What size wheels does the 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX have?

The 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX has 29" wheels.

Q: What size 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX should I get?

The 2019 Salsa Horsethief SLX comes in sizes SM, MD, LG, XL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Salsa Horsethief SLX size for your height. Remember that these sizes are a general guide and bike sizes can vary between riders and bikes. The best way to find your size is to go for a test ride.

Rider Height (cm) Rider Height (in) Frame Size
148cm - 158cm 4'10" - 5'2" XS
158cm - 168cm 5'2" - 5'6" S
168cm - 178cm 5'6" - 5' 10" M
178cm - 185cm 5'10" - 6'1" L
185cm - 193cm 6'1" - 6'4" XL
193cm - 198cm 6'4" - 6'6" XXL

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