Overview
The Blackthorn 125 C Deore 12 is a carbon trail bike with balance. Its carbon frame lightens your load and makes for a responsive ride, while 125mm of Split Pivot suspension delivers efficient pedaling, predictable braking, and excellent traction throughout its travel. A RockShox Pike fork adds 140mm trail-smoothing travel up front for a bike capable of bold lines or techy features. Our trail geometry is equal parts downhill confidence and climbing comfort for an all-around excellent ride.
Blackthorn’s on-bike cargo mounts make longer trail days more manageable, with dedicated space for two bottles, your repair kit, and our EXP-R Series Trillium Top Tube Bag or a K-Edge computer mount. The Shimano Deore 12-speed drivetrain is one you can count on to shift flawlessly and always have the gear range to grunt up the steepest climbs.
Blackthorn 125 C Deore 12 is the best carbon trail bike if your rides often include a side of adventure (or you want them to).
Features
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
Specs
| Frame measurements (mm) | SM | MD | LG | XL |
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| A. BB Drop | 32 / 36 | 31 / 36 | 31 / 36 | 31 / 36 |
| B. Chainstay Length | 432 / 433 | 432 / 433 | 432 / 433 | 432 / 433 |
| C. Fork Length – Axle to Crown | 571 | 571 | 571 | 571 |
| D. Fork Offset | 43 | 43 | 43 | 43 |
| E. Head Tube Angle (deg) | 64.7 / 64.4 | 64.7 / 64.4 | 64.7 / 64.4 | 64.7 / 64.4 |
| F. Headtube Length | 100 | 110 | 120 | 130 |
| G. Reach | 462 / 458 | 482 / 478 | 502 / 498 | 521 / 518 |
| H. Seat Tube Angle (deg) | 78.3 / 77.9 | 78.3 / 77.9 | 78.3 / 77.9 | 78.3 / 77.9 |
| I. Seat Tube Length – Center to Top | 405 | 430 | 455 | 480 |
| J. Stack | 605 / 609 | 614 / 617 | 623 / 626 | 632 / 635 |
| K. Standover | 736 / 733 | 736 / 733 | 737 / 733 | 737 / 733 |
| L. Top Tube Length (Effective) | 587 / 588 | 609 / 610 | 631 / 632 | 653 / 654 |
| M. Wheelbase | 1211 / 1211 | 1236 / 1235 | 1260 / 1260 | 1283 / 1284 |
| Component measurements (mm) | ||||
| Crank Arm Length | 165 | 165 | 170 | 170 |
| Handlebar Width | 780 | 780 | 780 | 780 |
| Handlebar Rise | 20 | 20 | 35 | 35 |
| Stem Length | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
* All dimensions are preliminary and subject to change. Note: Where two measurements are listed, the first number is with Flip Chip in default High position; the second number is with Flip Chip in Low position.
Frameset
Frame: Blackthorn 125 Carbon
Fork: RockShox Pike, 140mm
Rear Shock: RockShox Super Deluxe
Color: Coffee Black/Smoke
Drivetrain
Crankset: Shimano Deore MT512, 30t with MRP 1x SL ISCG-05 bashguard
Front Derailleur: N/A
Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore M6100–SGS
Cassette: Shimano Deore M6100, 10–51t, 12-speed
Chain: Shimano Deore M6100, HYPERGLIDE+
Components
Grips: Salsa File Tread Lock-on
Handlebar: Race Face Chester
Stem: Salsa 35.0 Guide Trail, 40mm
Headset: FSA Orbit 1.5E ZS NO.57E
Shifter: Shimano Deore M6100, I-Spec EV
Brakes & Rotors: Shimano Deore M6100 Levers / M6120 4-Piston Calipers, Shimano Deore RT64 (Center Lock, 203mm front, 180mm rear)
Saddle: WTB Solano, Medium, Steel Rail, Fusion Form
Seatpost: TranzX YSI05 RAD+ with Shimano SL-MT500 I-Spec EV Lever
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SM: 150mm travel
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MD–LG: 170mm travel
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XL: 200mm travel
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Wheels
Front Wheel: Shimano TC500 15 x 110mm hub, WTB ASYM i30 TCS, 28h rim
Rear Wheel: Shimano TC500 12 x 148mm hub, WTB ASYM i30 TCS, 28h rim
Tires:
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Front: Teravail Clifty, 29 x 2.5″, Durable casing
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Rear: Teravail Drawpoint, 29 x 2.5″, Durable casing
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Tubeless Accessories: WTB TCS Sealant Included
Other
Pedals: Not included
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Warranty
WARRANTY REGISTRATIONS
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Salsa Cycles ( “Salsa ” ) makes the following limited Warranty:
All Salsa products are warranted against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship from the date of retail purchase of the product, subject to the limitations detailed below. Every Salsa frame, component, and apparel has a useful product life cycle. The length of that useful product life cycle will vary depending on the construction and the materials of the product, maintenance and care the product receives, and the amount and type of use the product is subjected to over its life. Your bike has an intended level of use as defined by the ASTM Riding Condition Classification Chart. Failure to adhere to the use cases identified in this chart will void your warranty. Save your dated receipt for proof of purchase.
NOTE:
All warranty periods below apply to the original owner only
ONE YEAR WARRANTY
All apparel
All frame bags
Salsa Cycles does not guarantee the compatibility of original components with a warranty replacement frame. Salsa Cycles is not responsible for parts or labor required to remove and/or refit and re-adjust the product within the bicycle assembly, including wheel rebuilds.
Salsa Cycles cannot guarantee a color match to the original frame, component, or apparel in the event of a replacement.
This warranty applies to 2014 and newer model bicycles and covers only Salsa Cycles branded product. Any other original part or component shall be covered by the stated warranty of the original manufacturer. Any products not specifically included above are hereby excluded.
TWO YEAR WARRANTY
Aluminum chainstays of suspension frames
Aluminum seatstays of suspension frames
Carbon seatstays of suspension frames
All other suspension frame parts (excludes hanger, pivot hardware, bearings)
THREE YEAR WARRANTY
Aluminum frames
Aluminum front triangles of suspension frames
All Salsa forks
All Salsa components
FIVE YEAR WARRANTY
Steel frames
Titanium frames
Carbon frames
Carbon front triangle of suspension frames
THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THE FOLLOWING
Damage due to improper assembly or follow-up maintenance or lack of skill, competence or experience of the user or assemble
Bicycles that were not assembled or serviced by an authorized Salsa Cycles dealer
Products that have been modified, neglected, used in competition, or for commercial purposes such as rental, courier, police, security, etc, misused or abused, involved in accidents or anything other than normal use
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Sandblasting, sanding, grinding, wire brushing, filing, welding, brazing, drilled holes, anodizing, refinishing, powder coating, or chrome plating the bicycle, frame, or component will void the warranty
Internal rust perforation on all steel frames
Wear, scratches, chips and cracks to paint, finish, or coating on all Salsa frames and components
Bent or broken derailleur hangers or Alternator plates
Labor required to remove and/or refit and re-adjust the product within the bicycle assembly, including wheel rebuilds
Damage to carbon fiber caused by any carbon assembly paste
Normal wear and tear
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
This limited warranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of a defective product, at the option of Salsa Cycles, and is the sole remedy of the warranty. This limited warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the Salsa Cycles product and is not transferable. This warranty applies only to Salsa Cycles products purchased through an authorized dealer or distributor. In no event shall Salsa Cycles be liable for any loss, inconvenience or damage, whether direct, incidental, consequential, or otherwise resulting from breach of any express or implied warranty or condition of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or otherwise with respect to our products except as set forth herein. This warranty gives the consumer specific legal rights, and those rights and other rights may vary from place to place. This warranty does not affect your statutory rights.
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