Salsa Horsethief Carbon XTR 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
7,499$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 34
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Groupset XTR, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
165cm - 174cm
MD
172cm - 181cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Horsethief Carbon
Suspension Fork
Fox Float 34 Performance Elite FIT4 140 mm, 44 mm offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Performance Elite
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XTR
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano XTR
Cassette
Shimano XT, 10–51t, 12-speed
Crank
Race Face Next R, 32t
Bottom Bracket
73mm BSA, threaded. Carbon bike requires ISCG cover ring or ISCG mounting bracket in place of 2.5mm DS BB Spacer
Chain
Shimano XT
Wheels
Rims
Reynolds C-Sereis 309 Carbon Wheelset 15 x 110 mm, 28h, CenterLock
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 29 x 2.5" Front, DHR II 29 x 2.4" Rear, 60 TPI, EXO, Tubeless-Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR Trail four-piston, 180 mm rotors
Disk Rotors
74mm post (Ø160–180mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide 35.0
Handlebar
Salsa 35.0 Carbon
Grips
Salsa File Tread Lock On
Headset
Cane Creek 40
Seat
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
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 345 mm | 345 mm | 345 mm | 345 mm |
| Front Center | 709 mm | 732 mm | 755 mm | 778 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 116 mm | 116 mm | 116 mm | 116 mm |
| Stack | 617 mm | 626 mm | 636 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 414 mm | 433 mm | 452 mm | 471 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 598 mm | 620 mm | 641 mm | 663 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.4 ° | 73.4 ° | 73.4 ° | 73.4 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 419 mm | 444 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.8 ° | 66.8 ° | 66.8 ° | 66.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 103 mm | 113 mm | 123 mm | 133 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1141 mm | 1164 mm | 1187 mm | 1210 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm |
| Standover Height | 752 mm | 757 mm | 768 mm | 779 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 165 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 174 cm | 181 cm | 189 cm | cm |
Model Overview
Horsethief Carbon XTR belongs to the Salsa Horsethief model. 22 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Salsa Horsethief bikes models from 2020, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Salsa Horsethief SX Eagle Black 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2649$. On the other hand, Salsa Horsethief Carbon XTR 2020, is the most expensive and costs 7499$.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Trail bikes
If you want an acceptable Trail bike you should know that the average price is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2020 for 7499$. In conclusion, this bike price is 171.51% higher than the price of the average Trail bike.
Horsethief Carbon XTR components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the Fox Performance Elite Float 34 model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
From the factory, it comes with the Fox Float DPS Performance Elite rear shock model, which has a travel of 120mm. Rear shocks give you increased comfort, control, and traction, which is important when cornering or braking. This allows you to ride faster on bumpy roads. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels size
The Horsethief Carbon XTR 2020 bike is equipped with 29″ carbon wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Salsa Horsethief Carbon XTR is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
The Salsa model is also equipped with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.