Salsa Cassidy SLX 2021
2021 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,099$
Weight | 15.88 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 180mm -
Travel Rear 165mm -
Fork RockShox ZEB
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Groupset SLX, Race Face -
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
Cassidy Aluminum
Suspension Fork
RockShox ZEB, 180 mm, 44 mm offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Select+
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano SLX
Front Derailleur
1x chain guide
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX
Cassette
Shimano Deore, 10–51t, 12-speed
Crank
Race Face Ride, 32t
Bottom Bracket
73 mm BSA, threaded
Chain
Shimano Deore M6100
Wheels
Rims
Shimano SLX 15 x 110 mm hub, WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0 29" Tubeless-Ready rim
Tires
Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5" front, Maxxis Dissector 29 x 2.4" rear, 120 TPI, 3CG, DoubleDown, Tubeless-Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano SLX four-piston (203 mm rotors)
Disk Rotors
74 mm post mount (180–203 mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide 35.0
Handlebar
Race Face Chester 35.0, 780mm
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt 250 Sport
Seatpost
TranzX YSI05 w/ Shimano lever, 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 | 1.4 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.31 mm | 1.27 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm | 355 mm |
| Front Center | 782 mm | 805 mm | 831 mm | 856 mm |
| Rake | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm |
| Trail | 136 mm | 136 mm | 136 mm | 136 mm |
| Stack | 622 mm | 627 mm | 636 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 444 mm | 465 mm | 486 mm | 507 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 601 mm | 624 mm | 647 mm | 670 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° | 75.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 405 mm | 430 mm | 455 mm | 480 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 63.8 ° | 63.8 ° | 63.8 ° | 63.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1218 mm | 1241 mm | 1267 mm | 1292 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 19 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm | 19 mm |
| Standover Height | 742 mm | 745 mm | 746 mm | 746 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
Cassidy SLX is a Salsa Cassidy model. 10 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2021 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Salsa Cassidy SLX 2021 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 4099$. Salsa Cassidy Carbon GX Eagle 2021 on the other hand costs 6399$, and is the most expensive model.
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.
Enduro bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Salsa released this model in 2021, its price was 4099$. Comparing this to the average Enduro bike price, we see that the price is 13.89% more expensive.
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.
Cassidy SLX weighs 15.88 kg (35.01 lbs) and is considerably heavier than the average. In short, the average Enduro bike weight is 11.28% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
Salsa Cassidy SLX 2021 bike is equipped with the RockShox ZEB fork, and has 180mm travel. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Rear Shock
The Cassidy SLX has a rear shock with a travel of 165mm. The model RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ is the one installed in this bike. Rear shocks improve riding comfort and give you greater control over all terrains. To sum up, get a full-suspension bike if you want the smoothest rides.
Wheels size
The Cassidy SLX 2021 bike is equipped with 29″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. These wheels are more forgiving when you go over roots, rocks, bumps, or other obstacles you encounter on your ride. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Cassidy SLX comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Salsa Cassidy SLX comes with a dropper post. If you are a technical rider, a dropper post is essential. A dropper post provides increased safety while riding. The lever system, allows you to move your saddle up and down, which is very useful on climbs and descends.