Salsa Marrakesh Deore Drop Bar 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
1,499$
Weight | 14.26 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Deore, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 3 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
50cm
147cm - 159cm
52cm
157cm - 166cm
54cm
164cm - 173cm
55cm
170cm - 178cm
57cm
175cm - 185cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Marrakesh Cobra Kai CroMoly
Suspension Fork
Marrakesh CroMoly
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore Shadow, SGS
Front Derailleur
Shimano Deore
Shift Levers
Shimano 3x9 bar-end
Cassette
Shimano Alivio HG300, 11-34t
Crank
Shimano Deore, 48/36/26t
Bottom Bracket
68mm BSA, threaded
Chain
KMC X9
Wheels
Rims
Deore QR 36h, WTB ST i19 tubeless-ready rim, 2.0 spokes, brass nipples
Tires
Maxxis Roamer 700 x 42mm, 60 tpi, Kevlar Inside
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes CX Expert, 160mm
Disk Rotors
51mm I.S. mount, (160–180mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide
Handlebar
Salsa Cowchipper
Grips
Salsa Gel Bar Tape
Headset
Cane Creek 5 Series
Seat
Saddle
Brooks B17 Medium
Seatpost
Promax 27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 55cm | 57cm | 59.5cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.57 mm | 1.58 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 259 mm | 259 mm | 259 mm | 259 mm | 259 mm | 259 mm |
| Front Center | 597 mm | 596 mm | 606 mm | 611 mm | 627 mm | 646 mm |
| Rake | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Trail | 67 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm |
| Stack | 545.5 mm | 559.9 mm | 569.3 mm | 583.5 mm | 607.1 mm | 630.7 mm |
| Reach | 366.5 mm | 372.4 mm | 379.1 mm | 379.4 mm | 386.5 mm | 398 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 506 mm | 526 mm | 546 mm | 556 mm | 576 mm | 601 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 440 mm | 480 mm | 520 mm | 560 mm | 590 mm | 620 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.5 ° | 70.75 ° | 70.75 ° | 70.75 ° | 70.75 ° | 70.75 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 150 mm | 175 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 461 mm | 461 mm | 461 mm | 461 mm | 461 mm | 461 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1046 mm | 1045 mm | 1055 mm | 1060 mm | 1076 mm | 1096 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Standover Height | 710 mm | 741 mm | 767 mm | 797 mm | 823 mm | 849 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 157 cm | 164 cm | 170 cm | 175 cm | 18 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 166 cm | 173 cm | 178 cm | 185 cm | cm |
About this model
Marrakesh Deore Drop Bar belongs to the Salsa Marrakesh model. Salsa launched 9 bikes of this model so far.
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.
Average price for Touring bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Touring bike is 1007$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Touring bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Salsa Marrakesh Deore Drop Bar price was 1499$. If we compare this with the average Touring bike cost we notice that the price is 48.86% more expensive.
Touring bikes average weight
Touring bikes have an average weight of 13.35 kg (29.43 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Weighing 14.26 kg (31.44 lbs), the Marrakesh Deore Drop Bar model is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 6.82% heavier than the average weight of Touring bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of steel, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Salsa Marrakesh Deore Drop Bar 2018, has a 700c aluminum model. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Salsa Marrakesh Deore Drop Bar has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.