Overview
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.
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-compatible with 1x and 2x drivetrains (2x mechanical drivetrains use external cable droppers)
Clearance for a 29 x 3.0″ tire up front and a 29 x 2.4″ tire in the rear
Specs
Frame measurements (mm) | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm |
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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 |
Frameset
- Frame: Cutthroat Carbon V2
- Fork: Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe V2
Components
- Headset: Cane Creek 40
- Upper: IS41
- Lower: IS52
- Seatpost: 27.2 mm
- Seat Collar: 32.0 mm
- Dropper Compatibility: Yes, internal routing available
Wheels
- Front Wheel: Deadbolt Ultralight Thru-Axle included
- Rear Wheel: Deadbolt Ultralight Thru-Axle included
Frame Design & Mounts
Tire and Wheel Specifications
- Design Wheel x Tire Size: 29 x 2.25″ (Max 29 x 2.4″)
Fork Specifications
- Suspension Fork Length (Travel): 506 mm (100 mm Travel)
- Rigid Fork Length: 483 mm
- Fork Offset: 51 mm
- Front Spacing: 110 x 15 mm Thru-axle
- Front Brake (Rotor): Flat mount (160–180 mm), flat mount frame standard (35 mm thickness), 42 mm bolt length
- Front Rack Mounts: Yes, lowrider compatible. Salsa Down Under rack recommended.
- Fork Accessory Mounts: Yes, one set of Three-Pack mounts on each fork leg
Drivetrain & Bottom Bracket
- Front Derailleur Type: Road, braze-on, 2x, bottom-pull
- Bottom Bracket: Press Fit BB92, 41 x 92 mm
- Crankset (Max & Min Ring):
- 1x MTN Boost: 40t Max
- 2x RD Boost Outer Ring: 46–50t
- 2x RD Boost Inner Ring: 30–36t
- Note: Oval chainrings subtract 2t from max
Rear Brake & Spacing
- Rear Brake Rotor: Flat mount (140–160 mm), flat mount frame standard (25 mm thickness), 32 mm bolt length
- Rear Spacing: 148 x 12 mm Thru-axle
- Rear Axle Size: Ø12 x 174, TP=1.5, TL=20
Mounting Options
- Rear Rack Mounts: Salsa Rack Lock seatpost collar required. Salsa Wanderlust Rack recommended.
- For 58 cm and 60 cm frames: Salsa Bent Rack Struts required. Not compatible with Salsa Wanderlust HD Rack.
- Water Bottle Mounts:
- Frames up to 54cm: 2 in main triangle
- Frames 56cm and larger: 3 in main triangle
- Under Downtube Mount: Yes, two pairs
- Top Tube Mounts: Yes, compatible with Salsa Top Tube bag
Dropper Post Routing
- Internal Dropper Post Routing:
- 1x Mechanical Drivetrain: Route the dropper post cable through the drive side of the down tube
- Di2 Drivetrains: Mount the Di2 battery in the seatpost, then route the dropper post cable through the drive side of the downtube
- External Dropper Post Routing:
- 1x and 2x Mechanical and Di2 Drivetrains: Route the dropper post cable through the dynamo rear light holes on the non-drive side of the top tube
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.