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Epic 9 represents 24 years of winning XC innovation, distilled into the fastest race bike in the world. We started with Epic 8's world-beating benchmark. Then removed what held it back. 206 grams gone, making Epic 9 the lightest full-suspension XC race bike on the planet. Then we cut suspension friction by 11% and refined the kinematics. The result: unmatched efficiency, capability, and speed per watt. Speed emerges as the natural outcome of a bike so seamlessly integrated around the rider that it disappears, leaving only the rider's full potential, realized.

Use - XC Racing

Frame - S-Works FACT 12m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, 120mm of travel

Suspension - Front: RockShox SID Ultimate Flight Attendant Rear: RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant

Drivetrain - SRAM XX SL Eagle Transmission

Wheels - Roval World Cup w/ DT Swiss 180 Hub

Weight - 21 lbs. 4.7 oz.

The all-new Epic 8 evolves the formula of fastest through capability, efficiency, and lightweight integration. Modern XC tracks demand more and more capability by the day. Enter Epic 8. Its improved kinematics make it the most efficient pedaling bike we’ve ever tested, while custom valved (and tuned) shocks soak up every bump. It’s a wolf in wolf’s clothing. If you’re an XC racer or prioritize all-out speed in your ride, the Epic 8 is the bike for you. UNMATCHED CAPABILITY: The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. You’ll be blown away by how Epic 8’s progressive geometry delivers technical terrain capability alongside fast and efficient climbing and acceleration performance. The absurd lateral and torsional rigidity of the chassis translates to some seriously precision handling, too. WHAT BUMP?: Compared to the previous generation, the new Epic 8 absorbs 12% more bump and vibration forces than the previous generation, leaving you less fatigued and more powerful over time so you can still push while they suffer. RIDE DYNAMICS TUNED: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team developed custom valving for Epic 8’s new shock. Our unique Ride Dynamics-prescribed damping characteristics holistically elevate the riding experience. By tuning the dampers alongside the chassis’ leverage rates and new kinematics, we’re able to deliver a bike that rides beyond the sum of its parts. BIOMECHANICAL EFFICIENCY: By optimizing the kinematics of the suspension, Specialized’s Ride Dynamics team reduced inefficient pedal-induced bobbing by 20%, while maintaining active suspension for effective bump force management, to ensure you remain in the most efficient pedaling position. It’s the most efficient pedaling suspension bike we’ve ever tested. MORE WITH LESS: With the Epic 8, we didn’t spend a single extra gram to get mega capability from the frame. All models now feature SWAT 4.0 to carry all your trail essentials, and an integrated steering stop to prevent the ubiquitous top tube scar the first time you crash and your bars spin. In fact, the new S-Works Epic 8 frameset has even lost weight (76 grams to be exact) while gaining these new additions. ROCKSHOX FLIGHT ATTENDANT: Free your mind to focus on fast in the heat of the moment. Specialized Ride Dynamics-Tuned RockShox Flight Attendant (on S-Works models) leverages SRAM AXS Wireless technology to collect real-time data from you and the terrain to determine optimal compression settings to deliver an unmatched experience for the rider. - The most capable 120mm bike on the planet. 12% more bump absorption and 20% less pedal bob - Ride Dynamics developed RockShox SIDLuxe ULTIMATE shock and tuned SID ULTIMATE fork w/ Flight Attendant - Custom tuned shock features 3 unique damper settings - Specialized Ride Dynamics-Tuned RockShox Flight Attendant collects real-time data from you and the terrain to determine optimal compression settings. - Obscenely light 998 grams Roval World Cup wheels provide durability and superb ride quality - Sleek and lightweight Roval Control SL integrated cockpit - Top tier SRAM Motive Ultimate 4-Piston brakes provide superior power - SRAM XX SL T-Type AXS Transmission provides the pinnacle of cross-country shifting performance - SWAT 4.0 in down tube to carry trail essentials

Epic 9 represents 24 years of winning XC innovation, distilled into the fastest race bike in the world. We started with Epic 8's world-beating benchmark. Then removed what held it back. 206 grams gone, making Epic 9 the lightest full-suspension XC race bike on the planet. Then we cut suspension friction by 11% and refined the kinematics. The result: unmatched efficiency, capability, and speed per watt. Speed emerges as the natural outcome of a bike so seamlessly integrated around the rider that it disappears, leaving only the rider's full potential, realized.

Use - XC Racing

Frame - FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, 120mm of travel

Suspension - Front: RockShox SID Ultimate Flight Attendant Rear: RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant

Drivetrain - SRAM X0 Eagle Tranmission

Wheels - Roval Control SL VI w/ DT Swiss 350 Hubs

Weight - 22 lbs. 14.5 oz.

THINK FASTEST: The Epic World Cup is the fastest XC race bike in the world on smooth to moderately technical courses thanks to its unmatched combination of efficiency, control, and light-weight. World Champ Christopher Blevins said it best, “This thing gives me everything I could want from a hardtail, plus the control and capability of full suspension.” All it took to create this speed machine was a totally integrated development approach, inventing a radical new shock, and four decades of off-road winning experience. FRAME OF REFERENCE: To deliver maximum speed through ruthlessly efficient power transfer and precision handling, our engineering team set and achieved new standards in torsional rigidity and BB stiffness. This feat required an integrated development approach that merged a structurally superior double diamond layout with its shock cradled inside the top-tube, and finished off with the most sophisticated composite layup in Specialized history. SHOCKINGLY FAST: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team conceived of and invented a revolutionary shock technology for the Epic World Cup that gives the rider the efficiency and snappy response of a hardtail PLUS the control, capability, and momentum-carrying of full suspension—all with a simple setup. Co-developed with RockShox, the SID Deluxe WCID shock utilizes a unique independently adjustable positive and negative air springs to deliver the sought-after hardtail “snap”, combined with terrain-devouring forgiveness, and the ability to easily personalize set-up for a specific course or tune for rider preference and feel. Set it firm and it rides like a hardtail or open it up and you have a chunk-squashing ripper. But you aren't just limited “open and closed,” the simple nature of its setup allows the rider to set on a spectrum of firm to soft. PUNCHING ABOVE ITS CATEGORY: The Epic World Cup’s 75mm of rear travel delivers control and capability of a much longer travel bike. Because it’s designed to be ridden at or close to topped-out, it yields the same positive travel as a 100mm travel bike set up with 25% sag. To further optimize suspension performance, the Specialized Ride Dynamics team tuned the spring-rate to be relatively flat through the mid-stroke to handle the majority of bump forces like a longer travel bike. Due to its large size, the custom Mega Jounce Bumper is an “industry first” and plays a crucial role in smoothly managing bottom-out on the biggest impacts. HAVE WE LOST OUR MINDS? The groundbreaking SIDLuxe WCID shock provides a unique blend of support and compliance in the rear, while the RockShox SID SL with 3-Position Race Day 2 damper borrows the all-new Epic 8s “Magic Middle” tune, providing support under pedaling and 110mm of bump-muting, active suspension in the rough to provide ultimate efficiency. THE WEIGHT IS OVER: With a frame weight of just 1,765 grams (painted with shock and all hardware), the Epic World Cup edges out the lightest of competitors. This translates to faster acceleration, more efficiently climbing, and more agile handling. And all of that adds up to speed. We achieved the featherweight and monster stiffness of the Epic WC by applying what we learned in the development of our Aethos, the lightest production road frame ever made, specifically the advanced composite layup and tube shapes. THE BIGGEST FLEX IS NO FLEX: The Epic World Cup sports the full suite of Roval Control SL components: 1,240-gram wheelset, 180-gram seat post, and 250-gram integrated cockpit (70mm x 780mm). Each boasting peerless light-weight, stiffness, and control on the World Cup today. - Created specifically to match the increased capabilities of the Epic World Cup, the Roval Control SL rim introduces a completely new offset rim profile that features a 29mm internal width that not only increases strength and reduces weight, but also improves pinch-flat resistance by 22-percent. - SRAM XX SL transmission builds on what top riders need in shifting performance and robustness, making it perfectly matched for the brutal demands of off-road racing. - A RockShox SID SL ULTIMATE Flight Attendant provides 110mm of active suspension to provide ultimate efficiency - Obscenely light 998 grams Roval World Cup wheels provide durability and superb ride quality.

The all-new Stumpjumper 15 EVO obliterates every trade-off in the trail game. It’s the ‘Bike of the Year’ winning Stumpy 15 you know, turned up to 11—with a longer-travel 160mm FOX fork, external reservoir FOX FLOAT X shock, and a slacker headtube for next-level capability. Devour bumps like a big bike? Check. Short-travel control, playfulness, and efficiency? Double check. A heaping helping of personalization to make it perfect for the only rider who matters—you? Check, check, check. Wheel size: Sizes S1 - S2: 29-inch front / 27-inch rear Sizes S3 - S6: 29-inch

Developed over three years with World Cup-winning prototypes and the fastest riders on the planet, Demo 11 had one objective: go faster everywhere. Not through hype. Through race-proven innovation that delivers the predictable control and composure racers trust to drop into flow instantly, commit harder, hold faster lines, and carry more speed from gate to finish. Use - World Cup Downhill Racing Frame - FACT 11m Carbon Race Chassis with OBB Linkage Suspension - Fork: 200mm RockShox Boxxer Ultimate - Shock: RockShox Vivid Coil Ultimate DH (200mm Travel) Drivetrain - HighGear Drivetrain, +30mm Clearance - SRAM XX DH Transmission Brakes - SRAM Maven Ultimate brakes (220/200) Wheels - Roval Traverse Gravity Rims with DT Swiss 350 hubs

Spearfish is Salsa’s endurance XC bike. It’s built to thrive in the world’s toughest single- and multi-day races, from Marji Gesick to the Arizona Trail Race. Spearfish is lightweight, efficient, and capable — a formula that makes all the difference in the 11th hour. - Deluxe carbon fiber frame — Salsa’s most premium carbon construction ever, saving 255 grams over the standard carbon frame with no penalty in durability, stiffness, or ride quality - Split Pivot suspension design features 120mm of travel that’s responsive when putting down power, fully active under braking, and supportive throughout the middle and end of its stroke - Split Pivot + design philosophy lets riders adjust rear travel from 100–120mm; compatible with 100–130mm forks Endurance XC geometry with 66.3-degree head tube angle and 77.3-degree seat tube angle - Rear flip chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain and personal preference - Sizes XS–SM fit two full-size bottles, plus accessory mount; sizes MD–XL fit three full-size bottles

Blackthorn 145 is Salsa’s All-Mountain Bike. It’s a rugged rig that’s ready for backcountry trails and rowdy lines. It’s most at home on the steep and techy terrain — both up and down the mountain. Built to be capable, confident, and cargo-friendly without being a handful, Blackthorn 145 brings the fun to big days on the trail. - Carbon fiber frame, seatstays, and chainstays with 6061-T6 aluminum links for durability - Split Pivot suspension design features 145mm of efficient travel that’s fully active under braking and supportive throughout its stroke, paired with a 160mm suspension fork - Split Pivot + design philosophy lets riders switch travel class to the 125mm rear/140mm front travel found on Blackthorn 125 by swapping out shock link, shock, and fork - Rear Flip chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain, wheel sizes, and personal preference - Integrated strap location on frame for tube and multitool - Fits two bottles on all sizes - Top tube mounts for use with EXP-R Series Trillium Top Tube Bag or K-Edge computer mounts - Clearance for up to 29 x 2.5" tires - Compatible with mixed wheel sizes - Compatible with most coil shocks - Molded frame protection

Spearfish is Salsa's endurance XC bike. It's built to thrive in the world's toughest single- and multi-day races, from Marji Gesick to the Arizona Trail Race. Spearfish is lightweight, efficient, and capable — a formula that makes all the difference in the 11th hour. - Deluxe carbon fiber frame — Salsa's most premium carbon construction ever, saving 255 grams over the standard carbon frame with no penalty in durability, stiffness, or ride quality - Split Pivot suspension design features 120mm of travel that's responsive when putting down power, fully active under braking, and supportive throughout the middle and end of its stroke - Split Pivot + design philosophy lets riders adjust rear travel from 100–120mm; compatible with 100–130mm forks - Endurance XC geometry with 66.3-degree head tube angle and 77.3-degree seat tube angle - Rear flip chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain and personal preference - Sizes XS–SM fit two full-size bottles, plus accessory mount; sizes MD–XL fit three full-size bottles - Top tube mounts for use with EXP-R Series Trillium Top Tube Bag or K-Edge computer mounts - Tool and tube mount location - Clearance for up to 29 x 2.4" tires - Molded frame protection

One Bike To Rule All Trails

Stumpjumper 15 EVO is here to obliterate every trade-off in the trail game. Devour bumps like a big bike? Check. Short-travel control, playfulness, and efficiency? Double check. How about a heaping helping of personalization to make it perfect for the only rider who really matters—you? Check, check, check.

At a Glance
- Use: Trail
- Frame: FACT 11m carbon, SWAT Door integration, adjustable Trail Geometry
- Suspension: Front: 160mm RockShox Lyrik Ultimate fork / Rear: 145mm RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate shock w/ GENIE
- Drivetrain: SRAM X0 Eagle AXS Transmission
- Wheels: Roval Traverse SL II carbon wheels w/ i9 1/1 hubs
- Weight: 14.63 kg (32 lb, 4.1 oz)

Stumpjumper 15 EVO is here to obliterate every trade-off in the trail game. Devour bumps like a big bike? Check. Short-travel control, playfulness, and efficiency? Double check. How about a heaping helping of personalization to make it perfect for the only rider who really matters—you? Check, check, check. BREAKTHROUGH CAPABILITY: GENIE Shock Technology combines a poppy, playful ride with a bottomless DH feel. ULTIMATE CONTROL: Measurably better traction than “Bike of the Year” Stumpjumper EVO. UNMATCHED PERSONALIZATION: Six-way geometry adjustment, mixed wheel or 29”, tunable spring curve, and more. GENIE—The Magic Carpet Ride: The biggest innovation on the Stumpjumper 15 is GENIE. This patent-pending air spring technology that we invented grants every trail rider’s three wishes: the feel and control of a coil spring, better bottom-out prevention than a standard air spring, and a tunable “platform” for a playful feel. ILLUMINATING GENIE: GENIE combines the control-enhancing linear spring rate of a coil spring through the “bump zone” with the progressive spring rate of an air spring at the end of the stroke to avoid bottom-outs. Truly, it's the best of both worlds – coil and air – with extra tunability. Say goodbye to compromises and hello to the future of riding. WHAT BUMP?: With 16.3% better bump force management than a traditional air-sprung shock, GENIE makes the Stumpy 15 ride like a bike with more travel. For example, the Stumpjumper 15 (with 145 mm rear wheel travel) and our Enduro (170 mm travel) both use 101 mm of travel to absorb a 1080 N bump force. TRACTION GALORE: Extensive field testing proves that Stumpjumper 15 with GENIE delivers 57% better traction than a standard air-sprung shock because GENIE technology gives you supple, coil-like performance, which keeps the wheel in contact with the ground a greater percent of the time than a typical air spring would. BYE, BYE, BOTTOM-OUTS: 39% fewer bottom-outs than a standard air spring. During big hit events, you benefit from the rising rate in the last 30% of the GENIE stroke. Because of this two-stage, pronounced rising rate, GENIE reduces the frequency and severity of bottom-outs. HONED GEOMETRY: This bike’s geometry delivers big bike capability when you need it, a nimble feel in tight sections, and lively, efficient climbing manners. The generous cockpit centers you on the bike, optimizing traction and corner control. The low bottom bracket, slack head tube angle, and optimized fork offset keep things stable in the rough. RIDE YOUR WAY: The Stumpjumper 15 seamlessly integrates benchmark geo adjustability, making it the most personalizable trail bike ever. Six distinct geometry settings allow you to hone performance for any style, any terrain. Head angle and bottom bracket height can be fine-tuned for stability or clearance. WHEEL CHOICE: With our aftermarket shock links, you can choose between big wheels front and rear or mix things up with a 27.5” rear for a more responsive and playful ride. No matter what you choose, geometry is unaffected. CARRY IT ALL: SWAT 4.0 on Stumpjumper 15 elevates downtube storage, an innovation we pioneered. It’s the smoothest operating, most weather-resistant, flush-mounted system ever. MORE RELENTLESS THAN YOU: Our full suspension bikes are built to be relentless, designed to endure years of hard riding and backed by the best support and policies to keep you on the trail. Our unbeatable lifetime, no-questions-asked replacement of suspension pivot bearings to the original owner is just one way we've got you covered. - Lightweight FACT 11m carbon chassis and rear-end - Super-light and durable Roval Traverse SL II wheels, Industry Nine 1/1 hub - Ride Dynamics tuned FOX FLOAT X Factory with Specialized GENIE Shock Tech. Highly adjustable 2-position open and firm mode with the 3-position open mode compression adjuster - Supportive and tuneable FOX FLOAT 36 Factory fork with GRIP X2 damper - Smooth and precise SRAM XO Eagle T-Type AXS drivetrain - Big stopping power from SRAM Maven Silver, 4-piston brakes - Slam your saddle with Bike Yoke Revive Max’s ultra-low stack dropper post - Lifetime replacement of suspension pivot bearings to the original owner - Compatible with electronic drivetrains only

Stumpjumper 15 is here to obliterate every trade-off in the trail game. Devour bumps like a big bike? Check. Short-travel control, playfulness, and efficiency? Double check. How about a heaping helping of personalization to make it perfect for the only rider who really matters—you? Check, check, check. - Lightweight FACT 11m carbon chassis and rear-end - Incredibly tough Roval Traverse wheels with DT Swiss 370 hub - Premium suspension support from an Öhlins TTX 22 M Coil, Ride Dynamics tuned - Plow through anything with a 160mm Öhlins RXF38 M.2 29 fork - Reliable and smooth shifting from SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type drivetrain - Powerful brakes with great hand feel thanks to TRP DH-R EVO 4-piston brakes - Adjustable travel PNW LOAM dropper post - Lifetime bearing replacement

Epic 9 represents 24 years of winning XC innovation, distilled into the fastest race bike in the world. We started with Epic 8's world-beating benchmark. Then removed what held it back. 206 grams gone, making Epic 9 the lightest full-suspension XC race bike on the planet. Then we cut suspension friction by 11% and refined the kinematics. The result: unmatched efficiency, capability, and speed per watt. Speed emerges as the natural outcome of a bike so seamlessly integrated around the rider that it disappears, leaving only the rider's full potential, realized.

Use - XC Racing

Frame - FACT 11m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, 120mm of travel

Suspension - Front: RockShox SID Select+ Rear: RockShox SIDLuxe Select+

Drivetrain - SRAM GX Eagle Transmission

Wheels - Roval Control SL VI w/ DT Swiss 370 Hubs

Weight - 24 lbs. 2.2 oz.

Blackthorn 125 is Salsa’s trail bike. It’s a well-balanced machine for riders who want the speed and agility to handle anything the trail may bring; it’s fluid in the tight sections and precise when navigating techy descents. Designed to bring everything you need for long rides without weighing you down, Blackthorn 125 excels at going farther without compromising the joy of the ride. - Carbon fiber frame, seatstays, and chainstays with 6061-T6 aluminum links for durability - Split Pivot suspension design features 125mm of efficient travel that’s fully active under braking and supportive throughout its stroke, paired with a 140mm suspension fork - Split Pivot + design philosophy lets riders switch travel class to the 145mm rear/160mm front travel found on Blackthorn 145 by swapping out shock link, shock, and fork - Rear Flip chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain, wheel sizes, and personal preference - Integrated strap location on frame for tube and multitool - Fits two bottles on all sizes - Top tube mounts for use with EXP-R Series Trillium Top Tube Bag or K-Edge computer mounts - Clearance for up to 29 x 2.5" tires - Compatible with mixed wheel sizes - Compatible with most coil shocks - Molded frame protection

Cutthroat is Salsa’s Tour Divide-inspired bikepacking machine. With a lightweight, efficient carbon frameset, ample tire clearance, and thoroughly thought-out mounts for all of your ride and camp essentials, Cutthroat is equally suited to setting records or seeking R&R.

-High-modulus carbon fiber frame and suspension fork for compliance and control
-A 69-degree head tube angle provides a long, stable wheelbase for confidence on technical rides
-Class 5 VRS™ (Vibration Reduction System) absorbs micro-impacts on rough roads
-RockShox SID Select+ 100mm suspension fork
-Front and rear thru-axles with boost spacing
-Flat mount brakes and internal cable routing on frame
-Dropper post for more rider confidence
-Clearance for a 29 x 2.4"" tire in the rear
-Accommodates custom direct-mount frame bags with EXP Series Direct Mount Thumb Screws (not included) for tool-free attachment
-SRAM UDH-compatible

Epic 9 represents 24 years of winning XC innovation, distilled into the fastest race bike in the world. We started with Epic 8's world-beating benchmark. Then removed what held it back. 206 grams gone, making Epic 9 the lightest full-suspension XC race bike on the planet. Then we cut suspension friction by 11% and refined the kinematics. The result: unmatched efficiency, capability, and speed per watt. Speed emerges as the natural outcome of a bike so seamlessly integrated around the rider that it disappears, leaving only the rider's full potential, realized.

Use - XC Racing

Frame - S-Works FACT 12m Carbon, Progressive XC Race Geometry, 120mm of travel

Suspension - Front: RockShox SID Ultimate Flight Attendant Rear: RockShox SIDLuxe Ultimate Flight Attendant

Weight - 7 lbs. 11.1 oz. (fork included)

Spearfish is Salsa’s endurance XC bike. It’s built to thrive in the world’s toughest single- and multi-day races, from Marji Gesick to the Arizona Trail Race. Spearfish is lightweight, efficient, and capable — a formula that makes all the difference in the 11th hour. - Deluxe carbon fiber frame — Salsa’s most premium carbon construction ever, saving 255 grams over the standard carbon frame with no penalty in durability, stiffness, or ride quality - Split Pivot suspension design features 120mm of travel that’s responsive when putting down power, fully active under braking, and supportive throughout the middle and end of its stroke - Split Pivot + design philosophy lets riders adjust rear travel from 100–120mm; compatible with 100–130mm forks - Endurance XC geometry with 66.3-degree head tube angle and 77.3-degree seat tube angle - Rear flip chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain and personal preference - Sizes XS–SM fit two full-size bottles, plus accessory mount; sizes MD–XL fit three full-size bottles

The Speed of Trust Unmatched Control, Composure, Speed. Developed over three years with World Cup-winning prototypes and the fastest riders on the planet, Demo 11 had one objective: go faster everywhere. Not through hype. Through race-proven innovation that delivers the predictable control and composure racers trust to drop into flow instantly, commit harder, hold faster lines, and carry more speed from gate to finish. Use - World Cup Downhill Racing Frame - FACT 11m Carbon Race Chassis w/OBB Linkage Suspension - Shock: RockShox Vivid Coil Ultimate DH (200mm Travel) Drivetrain - HighGear Drivetrain, +30mm Clearance

Stumpjumper 15 is here to obliterate every trade-off in the trail game. Devour bumps like a big bike? Check. Short-travel control, playfulness, and efficiency? Double check. How about a heaping helping of personalization to make it perfect for the only rider who really matters—you? Check, check, check. - Lightweight FACT 11m carbon chassis and rear-end - Super-light and durable Roval Traverse SL wheels, Industry Nine 1/1 hub - Ride Dynamics tuned FOX FLOAT Factory with Specialized GENIE patent-pending air spring technology provides maximum grip and traction found in a linear coil spring, bottom-out prevention found in a progressive air spring, and the ability to tune mid-stroke and end-stroke support independently. Highly adjustable 2-position open and firm mode with the 3-position open mode compression adjuster. - Supportive and tuneable FOX FLOAT 36 Factory fork with GRIP X2 damper - Smooth and precise SRAM XO Eagle T-Type AXS drivetrain - Big stopping power from SRAM Maven Silver, 4-piston brakes - Slam your saddle with Bike Yoke Revive Max’s ultra-low stack dropper post - Lifetime bearing replacement

Blackthorn 125 is Salsa’s trail bike. It’s a well-balanced machine for riders who want the speed and agility to handle anything the trail may bring; it’s fluid in the tight sections and precise when navigating techy descents. Designed to bring everything you need for long rides without weighing you down, Blackthorn 125 excels at going farther without compromising the joy of the ride. - Carbon fiber frame, seatstays, and chainstays with 6061-T6 aluminum links for durability - Split Pivot suspension design features 125mm of efficient travel that’s fully active under braking and supportive throughout its stroke, paired with a 140mm suspension fork - Split Pivot + design philosophy lets riders switch travel class to the 145mm rear/160mm front travel found on Blackthorn 145 by swapping out shock link, shock, and fork - Rear Flip chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain, wheel sizes, and personal preference - Integrated strap location on frame for tube and multitool - Fits two bottles on all sizes - Top tube mounts for use with EXP-R Series Trillium Top Tube Bag or K-Edge computer mounts - Clearance for up to 29 x 2.5" tires - Compatible with mixed wheel sizes - Compatible with most coil shocks - Molded frame protection

Blackthorn 145 is Salsa’s All-Mountain Bike. It’s a rugged rig that’s ready for backcountry trails and rowdy lines. It’s most at home on the steep and techy terrain — both up and down the mountain. Built to be capable, confident, and cargo-friendly without being a handful, Blackthorn 145 brings the fun to big days on the trail. - Carbon fiber frame, seatstays, and chainstays with 6061-T6 aluminum links for durability - Split Pivot suspension design features 145mm of efficient travel that’s fully active under braking and supportive throughout its stroke, paired with a 160mm suspension fork - Split Pivot + design philosophy lets riders switch travel class to the 125mm rear/140mm front travel found on Blackthorn 125 by swapping out shock link, shock, and fork - Rear Flip chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain, wheel sizes, and personal preference - Integrated strap location on frame for tube and multitool - Fits two bottles on all sizes - Top tube mounts for use with EXP-R Series Trillium Top Tube Bag or K-Edge computer mounts - Clearance for up to 29 x 2.5" tires - Compatible with mixed wheel sizes - Compatible with most coil shocks - Molded frame protection

Stumpjumper 15 EVO is here to obliterate every trade-off in the trail game. Devour bumps like a big bike? Check. Short-travel control, playfulness, and efficiency? Double check. How about a heaping helping of personalization to make it perfect for the only rider who really matters—you? Check, check, check. BREAKTHROUGH CAPABILITY: GENIE Shock Technology combines a poppy, playful ride with a bottomless DH feel. ULTIMATE CONTROL: Measurably better traction than “Bike of the Year” Stumpjumper EVO. UNMATCHED PERSONALIZATION: Six-way geometry adjustment, mixed wheel or 29”, tunable spring curve, and more. GENIE—The Magic Carpet Ride: The biggest innovation on the Stumpjumper 15 is GENIE. This patent-pending air spring technology that we invented grants every trail rider’s three wishes: the feel and control of a coil spring, better bottom-out prevention than a standard air spring, and a tunable “platform” for a playful feel. ILLUMINATING GENIE: GENIE combines the control-enhancing linear spring rate of a coil spring through the “bump zone” with the progressive spring rate of an air spring at the end of the stroke to avoid bottom-outs. Truly, it's the best of both worlds – coil and air – with extra tunability. Say goodbye to compromises and hello to the future of riding. WHAT BUMP?: With 16.3% better bump force management than a traditional air-sprung shock, GENIE makes the Stumpy 15 ride like a bike with more travel. For example, the Stumpjumper 15 (with 145 mm rear wheel travel) and our Enduro (170 mm travel) both use 101 mm of travel to absorb a 1080 N bump force. TRACTION GALORE: Extensive field testing proves that Stumpjumper 15 with GENIE delivers 57% better traction than a standard air-sprung shock because GENIE technology gives you supple, coil-like performance, which keeps the wheel in contact with the ground a greater percent of the time than a typical air spring would. BYE, BYE, BOTTOM-OUTS: 39% fewer bottom-outs than a standard air spring. During big hit events, you benefit from the rising rate in the last 30% of the GENIE stroke. Because of this two-stage, pronounced rising rate, GENIE reduces the frequency and severity of bottom-outs. HONED GEOMETRY: This bike’s geometry delivers big bike capability when you need it, a nimble feel in tight sections, and lively, efficient climbing manners. The generous cockpit centers you on the bike, optimizing traction and corner control. The low bottom bracket, slack head tube angle, and optimized fork offset keep things stable in the rough. RIDE YOUR WAY: The Stumpjumper 15 seamlessly integrates benchmark geo adjustability, making it the most personalizable trail bike ever. Six distinct geometry settings allow you to hone performance for any style, any terrain. Head angle and bottom bracket height can be fine-tuned for stability or clearance. WHEEL CHOICE: With our aftermarket shock links, you can choose between big wheels front and rear or mix things up with a 27.5” rear for a more responsive and playful ride. No matter what you choose, geometry is unaffected. CARRY IT ALL: SWAT 4.0 on Stumpjumper 15 elevates downtube storage, an innovation we pioneered. It’s the smoothest operating, most weather-resistant, flush-mounted system ever. MORE RELENTLESS THAN YOU: Our full suspension bikes are built to be relentless, designed to endure years of hard riding and backed by the best support and policies to keep you on the trail. Our unbeatable lifetime, no-questions-asked replacement of suspension pivot bearings to the original owner is just one way we've got you covered. - Lightweight FACT 11m carbon chassis and rear-end - Ride Dynamics tuned FOX FLOAT X Performance Elite with Specialized GENIE Shock Tech. Highly adjustable 2-position open and firm mode with the 3-position open mode compression adjuster - Supportive and tuneable FOX FLOAT 36 Performance Elite fork with GRIP X2 damper - Strong and trusted Roval Traverse wheels, DT Swiss 370 hub - Smooth and precise SRAM GX Eagle T-Type AXS drivetrain - Powerful and reliable SRAM Maven Silver 4-piston brakes - Adjustable travel with PNW LOAM dropper post - Lifetime replacement of suspension pivot bearings to the original owner - Compatible with electronic drivetrains only Wheel Sizing S1-S2: 29-inch front / 27.5-inch rear S3+: 29-inc front and rear

The fastest downcountry bike in the world. Epic 8 EVO is the dressed up, cranked-to-11 expression of the new Epic 8. Spec’d to slay downcountry terrain with its unmatched combo of capability, efficiency, and light weight, Epic 8 EVO’s updated kinematics allow for insanely efficient climbing—while the Ride Dynamics-tuned shock eats up rough terrain on the way down.

Spearfish is Salsa's endurance XC bike. It's built to thrive in the world's toughest single- and multi-day races, from Marji Gesick to the Arizona Trail Race. Spearfish is lightweight, efficient, and capable — a formula that makes all the difference in the 11th hour. - Carbon fiber frame, seatstays, and chainstays with 6061-T6 aluminum links for durability - Split Pivot suspension design features 120mm of travel that's responsive when putting down power, fully active under braking, and supportive throughout the middle and end of its stroke, paired with a 120mm suspension fork - Split Pivot + design philosophy lets riders adjust rear travel from 100–120mm; compatible with 100–130mm forks - Endurance XC geometry with 66.3-degree head tube angle and 77.3-degree seat tube angle - Rear flip chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain and personal preference - Sizes XS–SM fit two full-size bottles, plus accessory mount; sizes MD–XL fit three full-size bottles - Top tube mounts for use with EXP-R Series Trillium Top Tube Bag or K-Edge computer mounts - Tool and tube mount location - Clearance for up to 29 x 2.4" tires - Molded frame protection

Evolution of the Fastest
The Lightest, Fastest, Most Capable XC Race Bike Ever

Epic 9 represents 24 years of winning XC innovation, distilled into the fastest race bike in the world.
We started with Epic 8’s world-beating benchmark. Then removed what held it back. 206 grams gone, making Epic 9 the lightest full-suspension XC race bike on the planet.
Then we cut suspension friction by 11% and refined the kinematics. The result: unmatched efficiency, capability, and speed per watt.
Speed emerges as the natural outcome of a bike so seamlessly integrated around the rider that it disappears, leaving only the rider’s full potential, realized.

Spearfish is Salsa’s endurance XC bike. It’s built to thrive in the world’s toughest single- and multi-day races, from Marji Gesick to the Arizona Trail Race. Spearfish is lightweight, efficient, and capable — a formula that makes all the difference in the 11th hour. - Carbon fiber frame, seatstays, and chainstays with 6061-T6 aluminum links for durability - Split Pivot suspension design features 120mm of travel that’s responsive when putting down power, fully active under braking, and supportive throughout the middle and end of its stroke, paired with a 120mm suspension fork - Split Pivot + design philosophy lets riders adjust rear travel from 100–120mm; compatible with 100–130mm forks - Endurance XC geometry with 66.3-degree head tube angle and 77.3-degree seat tube angle - Rear flip chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain and personal preference - Sizes XS–SM fit two full-size bottles, plus accessory mount; sizes MD–XL fit three full-size bottles

The all-new Stumpjumper 15 EVO obliterates every trade-off in the trail game. It’s the ‘Bike of the Year’ winning Stumpy 15 you know, turned up to 11—with a longer-travel 160mm FOX fork, external reservoir FOX FLOAT X shock, and a slacker headtube for next-level capability. Devour bumps like a big bike? Check. Short-travel control, playfulness, and efficiency? Double check. A heaping helping of personalization to make it perfect for the only rider who matters—you? Check, check, check. Wheel size: Sizes S1 - S2: 29-inch front / 27-inch rear Sizes S3 - S6: 29-inch

THINK FASTEST: The Epic World Cup is the fastest XC race bike in the world on smooth to moderately technical courses thanks to its unmatched combination of efficiency, control, and light-weight. World Champ Christopher Blevins said it best, “This thing gives me everything I could want from a hardtail, plus the control and capability of full suspension.” All it took to create this speed machine was a totally integrated development approach, inventing a radical new shock, and four decades of off-road winning experience. FRAME OF REFERENCE: To deliver maximum speed through ruthlessly efficient power transfer and precision handling, our engineering team set and achieved new standards in torsional rigidity and BB stiffness. This feat required an integrated development approach that merged a structurally superior double diamond layout with its shock cradled inside the top-tube, and finished off with the most sophisticated composite layup in Specialized history. SHOCKINGLY FAST: The Specialized Ride Dynamics team conceived of and invented a revolutionary shock technology for the Epic World Cup that gives the rider the efficiency and snappy response of a hardtail PLUS the control, capability, and momentum-carrying of full suspension—all with a simple setup. Co-developed with RockShox, the SID Deluxe WCID shock utilizes a unique independently adjustable positive and negative air springs to deliver the sought-after hardtail “snap”, combined with terrain-devouring forgiveness, and the ability to easily personalize set-up for a specific course or tune for rider preference and feel. Set it firm and it rides like a hardtail or open it up and you have a chunk-squashing ripper. But you aren't just limited “open and closed,” the simple nature of its setup allows the rider to set on a spectrum of firm to soft. PUNCHING ABOVE ITS CATEGORY: The Epic World Cup’s 75mm of rear travel delivers control and capability of a much longer travel bike. Because it’s designed to be ridden at or close to topped-out, it yields the same positive travel as a 100mm travel bike set up with 25% sag. To further optimize suspension performance, the Specialized Ride Dynamics team tuned the spring-rate to be relatively flat through the mid-stroke to handle the majority of bump forces like a longer travel bike. Due to its large size, the custom Mega Jounce Bumper is an “industry first” and plays a crucial role in smoothly managing bottom-out on the biggest impacts. HAVE WE LOST OUR MINDS? The groundbreaking SIDLuxe WCID shock provides a unique blend of support and compliance in the rear. THE WEIGHT IS OVER: With a frame weight of just 1,765 grams (painted with shock and all hardware), the Epic World Cup edges out the lightest of competitors. This translates to faster acceleration, more efficiently climbing, and more agile handling. And all of that adds up to speed. We achieved the featherweight and monster stiffness of the Epic WC by applying what we learned in the development of our Aethos, the lightest production road frame ever made, specifically the advanced composite layup and tube shapes. THE BIGGEST FLEX IS NO FLEX: The Epic World Cup Frame sports the 180-gram Roval Control SL seat post, boasting peerless light-weight, stiffness, and control on the World Cup today. - The all-new Epic World Cup frame features Ride Dynamics Developed suspension technology and 75mm of optimized rear wheel travel. Thanks to its shock technology, Epic World Cup delivers unmatched pedal efficiency and is ready for the roughest descents you can throw at it–no lockout switches required. - An all-new Control SL seatpost is amongst the lightest off road seatpost in market, further shaving grams to get riders up the climbs as effortlessly as possible.

Stumpjumper 15 EVO is here to obliterate every trade-off in the trail game. Devour bumps like a big bike? Check. Short-travel control, playfulness, and efficiency? Double check. How about a heaping helping of personalization to make it perfect for the only rider who really matters—you? Check, check, check. BREAKTHROUGH CAPABILITY: GENIE Shock Technology combines a poppy, playful ride with a bottomless DH feel. ULTIMATE CONTROL: Measurably better traction than “Bike of the Year” Stumpjumper EVO. UNMATCHED PERSONALIZATION: Six-way geometry adjustment, mixed wheel or 29”, tunable spring curve, and more. GENIE—The Magic Carpet Ride: The biggest innovation on the Stumpjumper 15 is GENIE. This patent-pending air spring technology that we invented grants every trail rider’s three wishes: the feel and control of a coil spring, better bottom-out prevention than a standard air spring, and a tunable “platform” for a playful feel. ILLUMINATING GENIE: GENIE combines the control-enhancing linear spring rate of a coil spring through the “bump zone” with the progressive spring rate of an air spring at the end of the stroke to avoid bottom-outs. Truly, it's the best of both worlds – coil and air – with extra tunability. Say goodbye to compromises and hello to the future of riding. WHAT BUMP?: With 16.3% better bump force management than a traditional air-sprung shock, GENIE makes the Stumpy 15 ride like a bike with more travel. For example, the Stumpjumper 15 (with 145 mm rear wheel travel) and our Enduro (170 mm travel) both use 101 mm of travel to absorb a 1080 N bump force. TRACTION GALORE: Extensive field testing proves that Stumpjumper 15 with GENIE delivers 57% better traction than a standard air-sprung shock because GENIE technology gives you supple, coil-like performance, which keeps the wheel in contact with the ground a greater percent of the time than a typical air spring would. BYE, BYE, BOTTOM-OUTS: 39% fewer bottom-outs than a standard air spring. During big hit events, you benefit from the rising rate in the last 30% of the GENIE stroke. Because of this two-stage, pronounced rising rate, GENIE reduces the frequency and severity of bottom-outs. HONED GEOMETRY: This bike’s geometry delivers big bike capability when you need it, a nimble feel in tight sections, and lively, efficient climbing manners. The generous cockpit centers you on the bike, optimizing traction and corner control. The low bottom bracket, slack head tube angle, and optimized fork offset keep things stable in the rough. RIDE YOUR WAY: The Stumpjumper 15 seamlessly integrates benchmark geo adjustability, making it the most personalizable trail bike ever. Six distinct geometry settings allow you to hone performance for any style, any terrain. Head angle and bottom bracket height can be fine-tuned for stability or clearance. WHEEL CHOICE: With our aftermarket shock links, you can choose between big wheels front and rear or mix things up with a 27.5” rear for a more responsive and playful ride. No matter what you choose, geometry is unaffected. CARRY IT ALL: SWAT 4.0 on Stumpjumper 15 elevates downtube storage, an innovation we pioneered. It’s the smoothest operating, most weather-resistant, flush-mounted system ever. MORE RELENTLESS THAN YOU: Our full suspension bikes are built to be relentless, designed to endure years of hard riding and backed by the best support and policies to keep you on the trail. Our unbeatable lifetime, no-questions-asked replacement of suspension pivot bearings to the original owner is just one way we've got you covered. - Lightweight FACT 11m carbon chassis and rear-end - Robust Specialized alloy wheels with sealed cartridge bearings - Ride Dynamics tuned FOX FLOAT X Performance with Specialized GENIE Shock Tech. 2-position open and firm damper adjustments - Eat up the chunkiest trails with the FOX FLOAT 36 Rhythm fork with GRIP damper - Smooth and precise shifting from SRAM Eagle T-Type AXS drivetrain - Big braking power from SRAM Maven Bronze 4-piston brakes - Trustworthy time and time again X-Fusion Manic dropper post - Lifetime replacement of suspension pivot bearings to the original owner - Compatible with electronic drivetrains only Wheel Sizing S1 - S2: 29-inch front / 27.5-inch rear S3+: 29-inch front and rear