Salsa Blackthorn Carbon X01 Eagle 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
7,899$
Weight | 14.56 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Fork Fox Factory Float 36
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Groupset X01 Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
165cm - 174cm
MD
172cm - 181cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Blackthorn Carbon
Suspension Fork
Fox Float 36 Factory GRIP2, 160 mm, 44 mm offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPX2 Factory, 3-position lever with Open mode, LV EVOL
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X01 Eagle
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM X01 Eagle
Cassette
SRAM X01 Eagle, 10–52t, 12-speed
Crank
SRAM X01 Eagle, DUB, 32t
Bottom Bracket
73 mm BSA, threaded
Chain
SRAM X01 Eagle
Wheels
Rims
Reynolds C-Series 309 Carbon 15 x 110 mm, Tubeless-Ready
Tires
Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5" front, Maxxis Dissector 29 x 2.4" rear, 120 TPI, 3CT, EXO+, Tubeless-Ready
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Code RSC four-piston (200 mm front, 180 mm rear rotors)
Disk Rotors
74 mm post mount (180–203 mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide 35.0
Handlebar
Salsa 35.0 Carbon, 800mm
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt 250 Comp
Seatpost
TranzX YSI13GL, 30 mm travel height adjustable, travel: SM = 125 mm, MD = 150 mm, LG = 170 mm, XL = 200 mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.36 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm | 1.24 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 348 mm | 348 mm | 348 mm | 348 mm |
| Front Center | 773 mm | 797 mm | 822 mm | 847 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 131 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 129 mm |
| Stack | 616 mm | 620 mm | 629 mm | 638 mm |
| Reach | 453 mm | 474 mm | 495 mm | 515 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 599 mm | 621 mm | 645 mm | 668 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° | 76.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 405 mm | 430 mm | 455 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 64.6 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.6 ° | 64.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1209 mm | 1233 mm | 1258 mm | 1283 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 26 mm | 26 mm | 26 mm | 26 mm |
| Standover Height | 731 mm | 734 mm | 735 mm | 735 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 165 cm | 172 cm | 179 cm | 187 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 174 cm | 181 cm | 189 cm | cm |
Model Overview
Blackthorn Carbon X01 Eagle is part of the Salsa Blackthorn model. There are 13 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Salsa Blackthorn bikes models from 2021, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Salsa Blackthorn Deore 12-Speed 2021 is the cheapest bike model and costs 3299$. Salsa Blackthorn Carbon X01 Eagle 2021 is the most expensive one and costs 7899$.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Enduro bike you should know that the average price is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
At the moment of the release date, Salsa Blackthorn Carbon X01 Eagle price was 7899$. If we compare this with the average Enduro bike cost we notice that the price is 119.48% higher.
Enduro bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Enduro bike, we get 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
slightly heavier than average, Blackthorn Carbon X01 Eagle has a weight of 14.56 kg (32.1 lbs). In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 2.03% less than Blackthorn Carbon X01 Eagle.
Overview of components
Fork
The Fox Factory Float 36 is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 160mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
The Blackthorn Carbon X01 Eagle 2021 bike is equipped with 29″ carbon wheels when leaving the factory. With 29″ wheels, bumps will feel lighter and you’ll gain more speed on descends, compared to smaller wheel-sized bikes. However, if you’re not a tall person, you might find it difficult to adapt to this wheel size.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. These kinds of brakes are among the most popular models used on bikes. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.
Dropper post
Salsa Blackthorn Carbon X01 Eagle includes a dropper post. Therefore, climbing or descending will be a breeze.