Salsa Horsethief Deore 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
2,399$
Weight | 15.22 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset Deore, Race Face -
Suspension Full -
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 Aluminum
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon RL 140mm, 51mm offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe RT
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano Deore
Cassette
Shimano Deore 11-42t
Crank
Race Face Ride, direct mount 32t
Bottom Bracket
73mm BSA, threaded
Chain
Shimano HG54
Wheels
Rims
WTB Serra hub 110 x 15mm, WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0 29" tubeless ready
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 29 x 2.5" front and DHRII 29 x 2.4" rear, 60 tpi/EXO/tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano MT201, 180mm rotors
Disk Rotors
74mm post (Ø160–180mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide Trail
Handlebar
Salsa Salt Flat (SM) Rustler (MD–XL)
Grips
Salsa File Tread Lock On
Headset
Cane Creek 10
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport
Seatpost
TranzX JD-YSP15JL, travel: SM = 100mm, MD/LG/XL = 125mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.4 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 | 621 mm | 630 mm | 640 mm | 649 mm |
| Reach | 418 mm | 437 mm | 456 mm | 475 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 602 mm | 624 mm | 645 mm | 667 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.4 ° | 73.4 ° | 73.4 ° | 73.4 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 406 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 | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm | 438 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1145 mm | 1168 mm | 1191 mm | 1214 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm |
| Standover Height | 763 mm | 763 mm | 763 mm | 763 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 |
About this model
Horsethief Deore is part of the Salsa Horsethief model. Salsa released 22 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Salsa Horsethief Deore 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2399$. On the other hand, Salsa Horsethief Carbon GX Eagle 2019, is the most expensive and costs 5199$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Trail bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Trail bike is 2762$. However, you could also get a good Trail bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Salsa released this model in 2019, its price was 2399$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 15.13% lower.
Trail bikes average weight
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
much heavier than average, Horsethief Deore has a weight of 15.22 kg (33.55 lbs). In other words, this model is 17.26% heavier than the average Trail bike.
Horsethief Deore components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Recon Silver RL model. The travel on this model is 140mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Horsethief Deore are the 29″ aluminum type. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, these wheels are not ideal for smaller people.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
Dropper post
Salsa Horsethief Deore comes with a dropper post. If used correctly, a dropper post gives you more faith, maneuverability, and greater control over your bike.