Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" / 650b / 29" -
Suspension Rigid -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
168cm - 176cm
SM
168cm - 176cm
SM
168cm - 176cm
MD
174cm - 184cm
MD
174cm - 184cm
MD
174cm - 184cm
LG
182cm - 190cm
LG
182cm - 190cm
LG
182cm - 190cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Blackborow, mid-wheelbase
Suspension Fork
Kingpin
Rear Shock
NA
Drivetrain
Crank
Fat bike ~76mm chainline only, 1x and 2x compatible, 36t max ring
Bottom Bracket
100mm BSA, threaded
Brakes
Brakes
51mm standard (140–180mm)
Cockpit
Headset
Cane Creek 40
Seat
Seatpost
31.6mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | SM | SM | MD | MD | MD | LG | LG | LG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.5 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.36 mm |
| Front Center | 661 mm | 661 mm | 661 mm | 692 mm | 692 mm | 692 mm | 722 mm | 722 mm | 722 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 67 mm | 72 mm | 79 mm | 67 mm | 72 mm | 79 mm | 67 mm | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Stack | 605.1 mm | 605.1 mm | 605.1 mm | 614.4 mm | 614.4 mm | 614.4 mm | 623.7 mm | 623.7 mm | 623.7 mm |
| Reach | 402.8 mm | 402.8 mm | 402.8 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 430 mm | 457.1 mm | 457.1 mm | 457.1 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 586 mm | 586 mm | 586 mm | 616 mm | 616 mm | 616 mm | 646 mm | 646 mm | 646 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 457 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 110 mm | 110 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 656 mm | 656 mm | 656 mm | 656 mm | 656 mm | 656 mm | 656 mm | 656 mm | 656 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1311 mm | 1311 mm | 1311 mm | 1342 mm | 1342 mm | 1342 mm | 1373 mm | 1373 mm | 1373 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Standover Height | 710 mm | 710 mm | 710 mm | 743 mm | 743 mm | 743 mm | 769 mm | 769 mm | 769 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 650 | 29" | 26" | 650 | 29" | 26" | 650 | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 168 cm | 168 cm | 168 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 182 cm | 182 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 176 cm | 176 cm | 176 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm | 184 cm | 190 cm | 190 cm | 190 cm |
About this model
Blackborow Frameset completes the Salsa Blackborow model. There are 4 frames that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Salsa Blackborow frames models from 2019, by clicking here.
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.
Long Tail Cargo frames average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Long Tail Cargo frame is 941$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Long Tail Cargo frame. To sum up, when you purchase your frame, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Salsa Blackborow Frameset price was 1299$. Comparing this to the average Long Tail Cargo frame price, we see that the price is 38.04% higher.
Overview of components
Brakes
For your safety, it is important to have quality breaks on your bike. Salsa Blackborow Frameset has Mechanical Disc brakes installed. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
This frame is available in 9 sizes. They vary from 168 cm – 190 cm (5.51 ft – 6.23 ft). In conclusion, finding one for you shouldn’t be a problem.