Salsa Redpoint Carbon GX Eagle 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
5,099$
Weight | 13.15 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 160mm -
Fork RockShox Pike RC
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Groupset GX Eagle, Truvativ Descendant -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
SM
168cm - 176cm
MD
174cm - 183cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Redpoint Carbon
Suspension Fork
RockShox Pike RC 160mm
Rear Shock
RockShox Monarch RT Debonair
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM GX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM XG 1275 Eagle, 10-50t
Crank
Truvativ Descendant 6K, Boost 148, 32t direct mount
Bottom Bracket
PressFit 41 x 92mm
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss M 1900 35, 110 x 15mm thru-axle
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF 27.5 x 2.5" WT, 60 tpi EXO/TR
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide R, Centerline 180mm
Disk Rotors
74mm post mount (160–180mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide Trail
Handlebar
Salsa Rustler
Grips
Salsa File Tread Lock-On
Headset
Cane Creek 40
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Race
Seatpost
RockShox Reverb Stealth
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.42 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm | 340 mm |
| Front Center | 728 mm | 751 mm | 773 mm | 795 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm | 104 mm |
| Stack | 614.5 mm | 623.7 mm | 632.9 mm | 642.1 mm |
| Reach | 434 mm | 453 mm | 471 mm | 489 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 613.9 mm | 635.7 mm | 656.4 mm | 677.1 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 407 mm | 444.5 mm | 483 mm | 520 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° | 66.9 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm | 150 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1164 mm | 1187 mm | 1209 mm | 1231 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm | 15 mm |
| Standover Height | 751 mm | 751 mm | 767 mm | 792 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 168 cm | 174 cm | 190 cm | 190 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 176 cm | 183 cm | cm | cm |
Model Overview
Redpoint Carbon GX Eagle belongs to the Salsa Redpoint model. Salsa released 6 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2019 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Salsa Redpoint NX1 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 2899$. Salsa Redpoint Carbon GX Eagle 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 5099$.
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
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Enduro bike is 3599$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Enduro bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2019 for 5099$. In conclusion, this bike price is 41.68% higher than the price of the average Enduro bike.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of an Enduro bike, we get 14.27 kg (31.46 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 13.15 kg (28.99 lbs), the Redpoint Carbon GX Eagle model is a bit lighter than average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 8.52% more than Redpoint Carbon GX Eagle.
Redpoint Carbon GX Eagle components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Pike RC model. The travel on this model is 160mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Salsa Redpoint Carbon GX Eagle 2019, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Redpoint Carbon GX Eagle has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
Dropper post
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. Needless to say, a dropper post will come in handy on climbs and descends. You’ll fall in love with it at first sight!