Overview
Inspired by and built for the Tour Divide: Cutthroat Apex AXS Transmission is one of the best bikepacking bikes available, capable of covering many miles of mixed surfaces with confidence. Cutthroat’s skeleton is a lightweight carbon frame featuring Class 5™ VRS (Vibration Reduction System) for comfortable compliance, plus drop-bar mountain bike geometry for control on dicey terrain. With rack mounts and provisions for bikepacking bags, you can distribute your gear however you want.
The Cutthroat C Apex Eagle AXS is your drop-bar mountain bike ready for your next big ride. Designed to thrive in epic events like the Tour Divide, Cutthroat uses a carbon frame for all-day comfort in the saddle. Drop-bar mountain bike geometry offers stability when your route gets technical. Bring your backcountry supplies with the ample bikepacking bag mounts, rack mounts, or a combination of both. The SRAM Apex Eagle AXS drivetrain delivers precise shifts, and the 1 x 12 gearing gives you plenty of range to work with whether you’re grinding up a mountain pass or making up time with a tailwind.
Designed for maximum frame bag volume on every size. Stay hydrated with room for three bottles on 54–60 cm frames (two bottles on 52 cm frames). The top tube bag mount makes mid-ride refueling easy, and the two Three-Pack mounts on the fork offer extra capacity for gear or water. The Cutthroat carbon fork has internal wire routing for dynamo hub lighting systems. Abrasion-resistant plates reduce frame and fork wear cause by mud and debris. Fits a 29 x 3.0″ tire up front and a 29 x 2.4″ tire in the rear, plus the mud you are likely to encounter in multi-day endurance races.
Features
High-modulus carbon frame and fork for ride compliance
A 69-degree head tube angle provides a long, stable wheelbase for confidence on technical rides
Class 5 Vibration Reduction System (VRS) absorbs micro-impacts on rough roads
Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe Fork with Three-pack mounts and internal dynamo cable routing
Front and rear thru-axles with boost spacing
Flat mount brakes and internal cable routing on frame and fork
Dropper post for more rider confidence
Clearance for a 29 x 3.0″ tire up front and 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
Specs
Frameset Specifications
- Frame: Cutthroat C
- Fork: Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe
Drivetrain Components
- Front Derailleur: N/A
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM S1000 Eagle Transmission
- Cassette: SRAM PG-1210, 11–52t, 12-speed
- Chain: SRAM NX Eagle
- Crankset: SRAM STYLO 6K Eagle DUB, 34t
- Shifter: SRAM Apex AXS, D1
Brakes and Rotors
- Brakes: SRAM Apex hydraulic disc brakes
- Rotors: SRAM CenterLine rotors (Center Lock, 160mm)
Components
- Headset: FSA NO.42/ACB
- Stem: Salsa Guide
- Handlebar: Salsa Cowchipper
- Grips / Bar Tape: Velo anti-slip, shock-proof silicone tape
- Seatpost: TranzX YSP38 dropper post, 90mm travel
- Saddle: WTB SL8 Medium Steel SL
Wheels
- Front Wheel: Shimano TC500-15-B 15 x 110mm hub, WTB KOM Team 25mm TCS 2.0 29″ rim, 32h (taped, WTB tubeless valve included)
- Rear Wheel: Shimano TC500-HM-B 12 x 148mm hub, WTB KOM Team 25mm TCS 2.0 29″ rim, 32h (taped, WTB tubeless valve included)
- Tires: Teravail Sparwood, 29 x 2.2″, Durable casing, tubeless-ready
| Frame measurements (mm) | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Effective Top Tube | 520 | 540 | 560 | 580 | 600 |
| B. Stand Over | 700 | 742 | 811 | 852 | 874 |
| C. Reach | 357 | 372 | 385 | 394 | 406 |
| D. Stack | 585 | 592 | 620 | 645 | 644 |
| E. Total Seat Tube Length | 356 | 419 | 508 | 559 | 584 |
| F. Headtube Length | 90 | 98 | 127 | 154 | 175 |
| G. Headtube Angle | 69 | 69 | 69 | 69 | 69 |
| H. Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 | 74.25 | 74.25 | 74.0 | 73.75 |
| I. BB Drop | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| J. BB Height | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 |
| K. Chainstay Length | 445 | 445 | 445 | 445 | 445 |
| L. Fork Length Axle to Crown | 483 | 483 | 483 | 483 | 483 |
| M. Fork Offset | 51 | 51 | 51 | 51 | 51 |
| N. Wheelbase | 1050 | 1066 | 1091 | 1110 | 1129 |
| Component measurements (mm) | |||||
| Crank Arm Length | 165 | 170 | 175 | 175 | 175 |
| Handlebar Width (cm) | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| Stem Length | 60 | 70 | 80 | 80 | 90 |
* All dimensions are preliminary and subject to change
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
Installation of components, parts, or accessories not originally intended for use with or compatible with Salsa frames and components
Salsa Cycles bicycles, frames, components or softgoods purchased from an unauthorized dealer
Salsa Cycles bicycles, frames, components or softgoods purchased from third-party internet sites, including auction websites, and regional trading websites (examples: Amazon, eBay, and Craigslist) are not covered under this warranty, even if you have a receipt
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.
TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, THESE WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS INCLUDING WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
For 2013 and older model bicycles and products, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Salsa Cycles product instructions, or contact Salsa Cycles or your authorized Salsa dealer for the applicable warranty information.