Salsa Rustler Carbon NX Eagle 2019
2019 Mountain
Estimate price |
4,199$
Weight | 14.06 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 150mm -
Fork RockShox Revelation RC
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Groupset NX Eagle -
Suspension Full -
Drivetrain 1 × 12 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
155cm - 169cm
SM
167cm - 176cm
MD
174cm - 184cm
LG
182cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Rustler Carbon
Suspension Fork
RockShox Revelation RC 150mm, 37mm offset
Rear Shock
RockShox Deluxe RT3
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM NX Eagle
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM NX Eagle
Cassette
SRAM PG1230 Eagle 11-50t
Crank
SRAM NX Eagle DUB 32t
Bottom Bracket
73mm BSA, threaded w/removable ISCG tabs
Chain
SRAM NX Eagle
Wheels
Rims
WTB Speedterra hub 110 x 15mm, WTB ST i35 TCS 2.0 27.5", tubeless ready
Tires
Maxxis Minion DHF front and DHR II rear, 27.5 x 2.6", 60 tpi/EXO/tubeless ready
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Guide T, 180mm rotors
Disk Rotors
Post mount 180mm, (Ø200mm max)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide Trail
Handlebar
Salsa Salt Flat (XS, SM) Rustler (MD–XL)
Grips
Salsa File Tread Lock On
Headset
Cane Creek 40
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport
Seatpost
TranzX JD-YSP12JL, travel: XS/SM = 100mm, MD = 125mm, LG/XL = 150mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.49 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.37 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm | 343 mm |
| Front Center | 688 mm | 721 mm | 744 mm | 767 mm | 790 mm |
| Rake | 37 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm | 37 mm |
| Trail | 119 mm | 119 mm | 119 mm | 119 mm | 119 mm |
| Stack | 586 mm | 595 mm | 604 mm | 613 mm | 623 mm |
| Reach | 393 mm | 422 mm | 441 mm | 460 mm | 478 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 565 mm | 597 mm | 618 mm | 640 mm | 661 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° | 73.7 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 368 mm | 406 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° | 65.8 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm | 140 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1116 mm | 1149 mm | 1172 mm | 1195 mm | 1218 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| Standover Height | 708 mm | 711 mm | 711 mm | 711 mm | 711 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 155 cm | 167 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 169 cm | 176 cm | 184 cm | 191 cm | cm |
Model Overview
Rustler Carbon NX Eagle is a Salsa Rustler model. 14 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can easily view all of the Salsa Rustler bikes models from 2019, here.
Model range prices
Salsa Rustler Carbon NX Eagle 2019 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 4199$. On the other hand, Salsa Rustler Carbon GX Eagle 2019, is the most expensive and costs 5199$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Enduro bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Enduro bike is 3599$. However, you could also get a good Enduro bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Salsa released this model in 2019, its price was 4199$. Comparing the average cost of an Enduro bike to this one, you will see that Rustler Carbon NX Eagle price is 16.67% higher.
Average weight for Enduro bikes
Enduro bikes have an average weight of 14.27 kg (31.46 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Rustler Carbon NX Eagle weighs 14.06 kg (31 lbs) and is slightly lighter than the average. In conclusion, the average Enduro bike weighs 1.49% more than Rustler Carbon NX Eagle.
Rustler Carbon NX Eagle components
Fork
The Rustler Carbon NX Eagle comes factory-installed with the RockShox Revelation RC fork. This has a travel range of 150mm. 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 Rustler Carbon NX Eagle 2019, has a 27.5″ aluminum model. The 27.5″ wheels are a great choice for smaller riders. However, the 27.5″ wheels are less forgiving than the 29″ wheels.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Rustler Carbon NX Eagle 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
Every bike should have a dropper post, and this one does. 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.