Salsa Horsethief Carbon XT 2020
2020 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,699$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 29" -
Travel Front 140mm -
Travel Rear 120mm -
Fork Fox Performance Elite Float 34
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Groupset XT -
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
Horsethief Carbon
Suspension Fork
Fox Float 34 Performance Elite FIT4 140 mm, 44 mm offset
Rear Shock
Fox Float DPS Performance Elite
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Shimano XT
Cassette
Shimano XT, 10–51t, 12-speed
Crank
Shimano XT, 32t
Bottom Bracket
73mm BSA, threaded. Carbon bike requires ISCG cover ring or ISCG mounting bracket in place of 2.5mm DS BB Spacer
Chain
Shimano XT
Wheels
Rims
Shimano XT 15 x 110 mm hub, WTB KOM Trail i29 TCS 2.0 29" rim, Tubeless-Ready
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 29 x 2.5" Front, DHR II 29 x 2.4" Rear, 60 TPI, EXO, Tubeless-Ready
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano XT four-piston, 180 mm rotors
Disk Rotors
74mm post (Ø160–180mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide 35.0
Handlebar
Salsa Guide Deluxe 35.0 Aluminum
Grips
Salsa File Tread Lock On
Headset
Cane Creek 40
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Comp
Seatpost
TranzX YSI05 w/ Shimano Lever, 30 mm Travel 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 | 1.49 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 345 mm | 345 mm | 345 mm | 345 mm |
| Front Center | 709 mm | 732 mm | 755 mm | 778 mm |
| Rake | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Trail | 116 mm | 116 mm | 116 mm | 116 mm |
| Stack | 617 mm | 626 mm | 636 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 414 mm | 433 mm | 452 mm | 471 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 598 mm | 620 mm | 641 mm | 663 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.4 ° | 73.4 ° | 73.4 ° | 73.4 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 419 mm | 444 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.8 ° | 66.8 ° | 66.8 ° | 66.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 103 mm | 113 mm | 123 mm | 133 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1141 mm | 1164 mm | 1187 mm | 1210 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm |
| Standover Height | 752 mm | 757 mm | 768 mm | 779 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
Horsethief Carbon XT is part of the Salsa Horsethief model. There are 22 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Salsa Horsethief SX Eagle Black 2020 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2649$. Salsa Horsethief Carbon XTR 2020 is the most expensive one and costs 7499$.
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.
Trail bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Trail bike is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 5699$. If we compare this with the average Trail bike cost we notice that the price is 106.34% higher.
Overview of components
Fork
The Horsethief Carbon XT comes factory-installed with the Fox Performance Elite Float 34 fork. This has a travel range of 140mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Rear Shock
The Horsethief Carbon XT has a rear shock with a travel of 120mm. The model Fox Float DPS Performance Elite is the one installed in this bike. Bike rear shocks are a great way to increase comfort on the bike and give you more control when riding on technical trails. In short, if you want smooth rides, get a full-suspension bicycle.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Horsethief Carbon XT model has 29″ aluminum wheels. 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
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
The Salsa model is also equipped with a dropper post. A dropper post is a must-have these days if you’re riding anything remotely technical. The main benefit of a dropper post is increased safety while riding. As mentioned above, the lever system allows you to quickly move the saddle out of the way when approaching descents or trail obstacles.