Salsa Blackthorn 145 Eagle 70 Mountain Bike Black Spruce, L

"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""The Blackthorn 145 Eagle 70 is a capable all-mountain bike with Split Pivot suspension that's smooth and efficient whether you're grinding up a long climb or pointing it downhill. The RockShox Lyrik fork handles technical terrain with confidence, and the Eagle 70 Transmission drivetrain is wide-ranging and durable.""Who It's ForAll-mountain riders spending full days on demanding terrain. This build suits intermediate to advanced riders who want a stable aluminum bike for steep and technical all-mountain riding. It rewards those who spend a long time on varied terrain and want a bike that handles the climb and the descent without compromise. What It's ForSteep and technical singletrack and unpredictable conditions. The Blackthorn 145 is built for riders who venture into demanding terrain and need a bike that stays composed on loose, steep descents and efficient on sustained climbs. The 160mm fork and 145mm rear travel handle whatever the mountain throws at it. Why We Like ItSplit Pivot suspension, RockShox Lyrik fork, and Eagle 70 Transmission in a capable all-mountain package. Salsa's Split Pivot suspension isolates pedaling and braking forces independently for better small-bump compliance, braking traction, and climbing efficiency. The RockShox Lyrik fork delivers 160mm of controlled front-end travel on the most demanding terrain. Eagle 70 Transmission with a 10-52 cassette and Maven four-piston brakes keep you in control up and down the mountain. Heads up! We do our best to keep bike specs and images current, but occasional component changes can happen without warning, and sometimes the photos might not show the exact build you'll receive. If you want to double-check the details, our Gearheads are always here to help."

Price: $4499.00 from Backcountry