Salsa TIMBERJACK GX1 27.5+ 2018
2018 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,399$
Weight | 13.61 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 27.5" -
Travel Front 120mm -
Fork RockShox Recon Silver RL
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Groupset GX, NX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
157cm - 168cm
SM
160cm - 175cm
MD
173cm - 183cm
LG
180cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Timberjack Aluminum
Suspension Fork
RockShox Recon RL Solo Air 120mm, BOOST
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX1 Long Cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM NX
Cassette
SunRace CSMS7 11-42t
Crank
SRAM NX, XSYNC Boost 30t
Bottom Bracket
73mm BSA, threaded
Chain
SRAM PC1110
Wheels
Rims
SUNringlé Duroc 45mm 27.5" alloy straight gauge Wheelsmith spokes, brass nipples
Tires
WTB Ranger 27.5 x 2.8", 27 tpi casing
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM DB Level Hydraulic, Centerline 180mm, 160mm
Disk Rotors
N/A
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide Trail
Handlebar
Salsa Salt Flat (XS,SM) Rustler (MD,L,XL)
Grips
Salsa File Tread
Headset
Cane Creek 10
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport
Seatpost
Promax 30.9 x 350/400mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.51 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.4 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.3 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm | 297 mm |
| Front Center | 670 mm | 689 mm | 710 mm | 741 mm | 773 mm |
| Rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Trail | 90 mm | 90 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Stack | 605.6 mm | 605.6 mm | 614.6 mm | 623.6 mm | 637.6 mm |
| Reach | 400.6 mm | 420.6 mm | 437.6 mm | 464.6 mm | 490.6 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 576.6 mm | 596.6 mm | 616.6 mm | 646.6 mm | 676.6 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° | 73.6 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355.6 mm | 381 mm | 431.8 mm | 482.6 mm | 533.4 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm | 426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1089 mm | 1109 mm | 1130 mm | 1161 mm | 1193 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Standover Height | 685 mm | 701 mm | 741 mm | 778 mm | 815 mm |
| Wheels | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" | 27" |
| Rider Min Height | 157 cm | 160 cm | 173 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 168 cm | 175 cm | 183 cm | 191 cm | cm |
Model Overview
TIMBERJACK GX1 27.5+ is a Salsa Timberjack model. There are 36 bikes that carry this model name. Take a sneak peek at all Salsa Timberjack bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
Salsa TIMBERJACK 20 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 449$. Salsa TIMBERJACK SLX 1×11 27.5+ 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 1699$.
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 Trail bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Trail bike that is reliable is 2762$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Trail bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Salsa released this model in 2018, its price was 1399$. Comparing this to the average Trail bike price, we see that the price is 97.43% smaller.
Trail bikes average weight
The average weight for Trail bikes is 12.98 kg (28.62 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 13.61 kg (30 lbs), Salsa bike is slightly heavier than average. In short, the average Trail bike weight is 4.85% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork
This bike has the RockShox Recon Silver RL fork installed. The fork’s travel is 120mm. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. To sum it all, when buying a bike, ensure that you look for a fork capable of decent travel.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the TIMBERJACK GX1 27.5+ model has 27.5″ aluminum wheels. 27.5″ wheels will reach higher speeds than smaller-sized wheels. However, the overall traction of 27.5″ wheels is lower than 29″ wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.