Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Travel Rear 110mm -
Groupset Altus, Shimano -
Suspension Full -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
158cm - 170cm
MD
168cm - 179cm
LG
176cm - 187cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Tectonic T2, aluminum, 29" trail geometry, rocker link suspension, internal cable routing, 9 mm x 141 mm QR dropout convertible to 12 mm x 148 mm thru axle, replaceable hanger, tapered headtube, 110 mm travel
Suspension Fork
HL 525AMS, 29", steel steerer, mechanical lockout, 9 mm x 100 mm, QR, 100 mm travel
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Altus RD-M2000
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-M4020, side swing, direct mount
Shift Levers
Shimano Altus SL-2000, 2 x 9
Crank
Prowheel Zephyer 501, aluminum, 36/22T
Bottom Bracket
VP, cartridge, 3-piece, threaded 73 mm shell
Chain
KMC Z99
Pedals
Mongoose, nylon
Wheels
Front Hub
Xposure, aluminum, ball bearing, 9 mm x 110 mm, 32H, 6-bolt
Rear Hub
Xposure, aluminum, ball bearing, 9 mm x 141 mm QR, 32H, 6-bolt
Rims
WTB ST-i29, aluminum double wall, 29 mm ID, 32H, tubeless compatible
Tires
Kenda Nevegal, 29 in x 2.25 in, wire bead
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro HD-M290, hydraulic, aluminum, 160 mm rotor
Cockpit
Stem
Xposure 3D forged aluminum, threadless, 60 mm, 6°, 31.8 mm clamp
Handlebar
Xposure, double-butted aluminum, 760 mm width, 15 mm rise, 31.8 mm clamp
Grips
Xposure dual density, semi-ergo
Headset
Threadless, ZS44/ZS56, retainer bearing
Seat
Saddle
Mongoose MTB, steel rails
Seatpost
Xposure, aluminum, 350 mm, zero offset, 31.6 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 158 cm | 168 cm | 176 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 170 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
About this model
Salvo Sport 29 belongs to the Mongoose Salvo model. Mongoose released 2 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
Mongoose Salvo Sport 29 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1169$. Mongoose Salvo Comp 29 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 1519$.
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.
Crosscountry bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, even though the average price of a Crosscountry bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1169$. In conclusion, this bike price is 62.96% lower than the price of the average Crosscountry bike.
Internal Cable Routing
Moreover, this bike comes with internal cable routing allowing you to keep the cables in a good condition. It also makes it look more professional.
Salvo Sport 29 components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Rear Shock
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. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Mongoose Salvo Sport 29 2020, has a 29″ aluminum model. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, the 29″ wheels will add a little more weight to the bike itself.
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Mongoose Salvo Sport 29 has Hydraulic Disc brakes installed. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Sizes
This bike is available in 3 sizes. They vary from 158 cm – 187 cm (5.18 ft – 6.14 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.