Salsa Cutthroat Force 1 2019
2019 Road
Estimate price |
4,699$
Weight | 9.24 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Force 1, Truvativ Stylo Carbon -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
168cm - 175cm
MD
173cm - 183cm
LG
180cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Cutthroat Carbon
Suspension Fork
Cutthroat Carbon
Rear Shock
NA
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Force 1
Front Derailleur
NA
Shift Levers
SRAM Force 1 HRD
Cassette
SRAM XG 1150, 10-42t
Crank
SRAM Stylo Carbon Eagle DUB, 34t
Bottom Bracket
PressFit 41 x 92mm
Chain
SRAM PC 1110
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss CR 1600 Spline 15 x 100mm
Tires
Maxxis Ikon 2.2", 60 TPI/EXO/TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Force HRD, 160mm rotors
Disk Rotors
74mm post mount; (140 –160mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide
Handlebar
Salsa Cowchipper Carbon
Grips
MSW Anti-Slip Gel
Headset
Cane Creek 40
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race
Seatpost
Salsa Guide Carbon
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.58 mm | 1.64 mm | 1.68 mm | 1.66 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm |
| Front Center | 617 mm | 622 mm | 632 mm | 653 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 79 mm | 84 mm | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Stack | 599.9 mm | 625.5 mm | 651.3 mm | 670.2 mm |
| Reach | 380.7 mm | 381.6 mm | 388.7 mm | 402.9 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 571 mm | 586 mm | 606 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 406 mm | 482.6 mm | 533 mm | 584 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 115 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1058 mm | 1063 mm | 1073 mm | 1094 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 725 mm | 793 mm | 835 mm | 874 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 168 cm | 173 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 175 cm | 183 cm | 191 cm | cm |
Model Overview
Cutthroat Force 1 completes the Salsa Cutthroat model. Salsa released 21 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 Cutthroat Apex 1 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 2899$. On the other hand, Salsa Cutthroat Force 1 2019, is the most expensive and costs 4699$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Gravel bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel bike is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2019 and its price was 4699$. If we compare this with the average Gravel bike cost we notice that the price is 90.86% more expensive.
Gravel bikes average weight
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Gravel bike is 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). An easier bike will give you a big advantage in climbs. However, a heavier bike can gain speed when you descend.
considerably heavier than average, Cutthroat Force 1 has a weight of 9.24 kg (20.37 lbs). In other words, this model is 13.65% heavier than the average Gravel bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
Cutthroat Force 1 has a carbon fork, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Cutthroat Force 1 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Cutthroat Force 1 comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.