Blackthorn is Salsa’s 29er all-mountain bike, built for a well-rounded, balanced trail feel on steep, loose, technical terrain. A Split Pivot+ suspension design lets Salsa’s engineers optimize the frame for more than one travel class, so this carbon chassis handles everything from rugged descents to technical climbs with composure.
Features
- EPS carbon main triangle with carbon seatstays and aluminum chainstays for a stiff, durable frame
- Split Pivot rear suspension (140–160mm travel) isolates pedaling and braking forces for independent tuning
- Slack 64.6° head tube angle and steep 76.5° seat tube angle balance descending stability with climbing efficiency
- Flip Chip 2.0 geometry adjustment lets you fine-tune the ride to the trail at hand
- 432mm chainstays keep the long, low chassis feeling agile and responsive
- Runs 29 x 1.9–2.6" tires standard, with 27.5 x 2.8–3.0" wheel/tire compatibility for a different feel
Specifications
| Model | Blackthorn |
| Category | Mountain |
| Weight | 44–48 lb |
