Salsa Blackborow Frameset 2020
2020 Urban
Estimate price |
1,599$
Weight | 6.27 kg 
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 Fat Frame
Suspension Fork
Kingpin
Rear Shock
N/A
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 belongs to the Salsa Blackborow model. 4 frames variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Salsa Blackborow frames models from 2020, by clicking here.
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.
Average price for Long Tail Cargo frames
If you want an acceptable Long Tail Cargo frame you should know that the average price is 941$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Long Tail Cargo frame. To sum up, when you purchase your frame, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
At the moment of the release date, Salsa Blackborow Frameset price was 1599$. Comparing the average cost of a Long Tail Cargo frame to this one, you will see that Blackborow Frameset price is 69.93% higher.
Long Tail Cargo frames average weight
Long Tail Cargo frames have an average weight of 6.27 kg (13.82 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 6.27 kg (13.82 lbs), the Blackborow Frameset model is equally heavier with average. In short, the average Long Tail Cargo frame weight is 0% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Blackborow Frameset comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
There are 9 sizes available for this model. Rider height can be anywhere between 168 cm – 190 cm (5.51 ft – 6.23 ft). In conclusion, you won’t have a problem finding one that suits you.