Salsa Rustler 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 27.5" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 36
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Groupset XTR, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
155cm - 169cm
SM
167cm - 176cm
MD
174cm - 184cm
LG
182cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rustler Carbon
Suspension Fork
Fox Float 36 Performance Elite Grip2 150 mm, 37 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 (XS–MD = 170 mm, LG–XL = 175 mm)
Bottom Bracket
73mm BSA w/ ISCG-05 Mounts (Carbon frames feature removable ISCG-05 bracket)
Chain
Shimano XT
Wheels
Rims
Reynolds C-Series 367 Carbon Wheelset 15 x 110 mm, 32h, CenterLock
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF front, Maxxis Minion DHR II rear, 27.5 x 2.6", 60 TPI, EXO, Tubeless-Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XTR Trail four-piston, 180 mm rotors
Disk Rotors
Post mount 180mm, (Ø200mm max)
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: XS/SM = 125 mm, MD = 150 mm, LG = 170 mm, XL = 200 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm |
| Front Center | 688 mm | 721 mm | 744 mm | 767 mm | 790 mm |
| Rake | 37 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm |
| Trail | 119 mm | 119 mm | 119 mm | 119 mm | 119 mm |
| Stack | 586 mm | 595 mm | 604 mm | 613 mm | 623 mm |
| Reach | 393 mm | 422 mm | 441 mm | 460 mm | 478 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 565 mm | 597 mm | 618 mm | 640 mm | 661 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 368 mm | 406 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1116 mm | 1149 mm | 1172 mm | 1195 mm | 1218 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| Standover Height | 708 mm | 711 mm | 711 mm | 711 mm | 711 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 167 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 176 cm | 184 cm | 191 cm | cm |
Model Overview
Rustler Carbon XTR belongs to the Salsa Rustler model. Salsa released 14 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2020, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Salsa Rustler SX Eagle 2020 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2799$. On the other hand, Salsa Rustler Carbon XTR 2020, is the most expensive and costs 7499$.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Salsa released this model in 2020, its price was 7499$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Rustler Carbon XTR price is 108.36% higher than the average cost of an Enduro bike.
Rustler Carbon XTR components
Fork
The Rustler Carbon XTR comes factory-installed with the Fox Performance Elite Float 36 fork. This has a travel range of 150mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When it comes to wheels, the Rustler Carbon XTR bike is equipped with the 27.5″ carbon model. 27.5″ wheels are a mixture between 29″ wheels and 26″ wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Salsa Rustler Carbon XTR has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
The Salsa model is also equipped with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.