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2020

Salsa Horsethief Carbon SLX

Salsa Horsethief 2020

Trail

Colour / Purple and Black

Size / SM, MD, LG, XL

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At a glance

The 2020 Salsa Horsethief Carbon SLX is an Trail Carbon mountain bike. It sports 29" wheels, comes in a range of sizes, including SM, MD, LG, XL, has RockShox suspension and a Shimano drivetrain. The bike is part of Salsa's Horsethief range of mountain bikes.

Horsethief Carbon SLX is built to deliver trail thrills no matter where you ride it. The Split Pivot® rear suspension system increases pedaling and braking efficiency in the 120 mm of rear suspension travel, and the 140 mm fork grants confidence when the trail throws down the gauntlet. Shimano’s time-tested SLX components shift (and stop) with reliable precision. An all-arounder through and through, Horsethief’s flip chip and capability to run 29” or 27.5 plus wheels offer plenty of setup options for your inner tinkerer. Horsethief is a true renaissance bike.

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Specifications

Frameset
  • Frame
    Horsethief Carbon
  • Fork
    RockShox Pike Select 140 mm, 42 mm Offset
  • Shock
    Fox Float DPS Performance
Wheels
  • Wheels
    Front: Shimano SLX 110 x 15 mm hub, WTB ST Light i29 TCS 2.0 29" rim, Tubeless-Ready

    Rear: Shimano SLX 157 x 12 mm hub, WTB ST Light i29 TCS 2.0 29" rim, Tubeless-Ready
  • Wheel Size
    29"
  • Tires
    Maxxis Minion DHF 29 x 2.5" Front, DHR II 29 x 2.4" Rear, 60 TPI, EXO, Tubeless-Ready
Drivetrain
  • Chain
    Shimano SLX
  • Crank
    Shimano SLX, 32t
  • Bottom Bracket
    73mm BSA, threaded. Carbon bike requires ISCG cover ring or ISCG mounting bracket in place of 2.5mm DS BB Spacer
  • Rear Derailleur
    Shimano SLX
  • Shifters
    Shimano SLX
  • Cassette
    Shimano SLX, 10–51t, 12-speed
Components
  • Brakeset
    Shimano SLX four-piston, 180 mm rotors
  • Handlebar
    Salsa 35.0 Deluxe
  • Saddle
    WTB Volt Comp
  • Seatpost
    TranzX YSI05 w/ Shimano Lever, 30 mm Travel Adjustable, Travel: SM = 125 mm, MD = 150 mm, LG = 170 mm, XL = 200 mm
  • Stem
    Salsa Guide 35.0
  • Grips
    Salsa File Tread Lock On
  • Headset
    Cane Creek 40

FAQ

Q: Where to buy a 2020 Salsa Horsethief Carbon SLX?

The 2020 Salsa Horsethief Carbon SLX may be purchased directly from Salsa.

Q: What size wheels does the 2020 Salsa Horsethief Carbon SLX have?

The 2020 Salsa Horsethief Carbon SLX has 29" wheels.

Q: What size 2020 Salsa Horsethief Carbon SLX should I get?

The 2020 Salsa Horsethief Carbon SLX comes in sizes SM, MD, LG, XL. After measuring your height, use the size chart below to find the typical Salsa Horsethief Carbon 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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