Hardtail

Roscoe 9 is our best trail hardtail, built for lap after lap of dirt-filled fun. A 140mm FOX Rhythm 36 fork, powerful 4-piston brakes, and a fast-and-grippy wheel and tire combo deliver awesome capability whether you're nailing jumps or picking through gnarly rock gardens. It's right for you if... You love the serious fun and connected feel a hardtail brings to the trail, and you want one that’s spec’d with top-notch parts that love rough and tumble runs as much as you do. The tech you get A lightweight aluminum frame, a 140mm FOX Rhythm fork with beefy 36mm stanchions, a Shimano SLX/XT 1x12 drivetrain with a wide range of gears for climbing, powerful 4-piston brakes, and a dropper post for room to get low on descents, corners, and jumps. Plus, fast-rolling 29er wheels and wide, grippy 2.6" tires. The final word Rip laps, catch air, and crush techy descents on our best hardtail. Of all the rad parts on this bike, the FOX Rhythm 36 fork is the best upgrade—it’s capable of soaking up even the roughest lines. - 29er wheels and wide 2.6" tires make for a grippy, confident, and fast-rolling ride - Bigger, stiffer 36mm fork stanchions won't flex, so you can push harder with more precise, confident steering that helps you stay on your line - The FOX fork's air spring can easily be adjusted for a specific rider weight, and it's lighter than a coil spring - The dropper post lets you lower your saddle on the fly, so it's out of the way on descents

Timberjack is Salsa's aggressive trail hardtail. Its progressive trail geometry is stable on descents and technical sections, while the Alternator 2.0 dropouts allow for adjustable chainstay length to dial in ride characteristics. Ample accessory mounts and dual wheel size compatibility add more versatility to the package, making Timberjack a well-rounded ripper that likes to party. - 6061-T6 alloy frame - Aggressive trail geometry - 130 mm fork and dropper post provide capability in technical terrain - Alternator 2.0 dropouts expand drivetrain and setup options - Short chainstays and long front-center provide agility and stability on the trail - Front triangle space is maximized for frame bag use - Internal cable routing - Compatible with 27.5+ or 29" wheels

Rangefinder is Salsa's confidence-building trail hardtail. Built for riders who want to start discovering their local trail systems, Rangefinder offers geometry and spec designed for the perfect introduction to mountain biking. Rangefinder opens up singletrack and doubletrack adventures and offers provisions for bikepacking setups so riders can expand their off-road repertoires. Rangefinder is mountain biking for the masses. - 6061-T6 alloy frame - Internally-routed shift, brake and dropper post housing - 129 mm suspension fork and dropper post - 1x drivetrain keeps shifting simple with plenty of gear range - Hydraulic brakes offer confident stopping power - Compatible with 29" or 27.5 plus wheels and tires - Carry what you need with the integrated top tube bag mount, two bottle cage mounts in the frame on M, L, and XL sizes, one accessory mount under the down tube, and rear rack mounts

Rangefinder is Salsa's confidence-building trail hardtail. Built for riders who want to start discovering their local trail systems, Rangefinder offers geometry and spec designed for the perfect introduction to mountain biking. Rangefinder opens up singletrack and doubletrack adventures and offers provisions for bikepacking setups so riders can expand their off-road repertoires. Rangefinder is mountain biking for the masses. - 6061-T6 alloy frame - Internally-routed shift, brake, and dropper post housing - 154 mm suspension fork and dropper post - 1x drivetrain keeps shifting simple with plenty of gear range - Hydraulic brakes offer confident stopping power - Compatible with 29" or 27.5 plus wheels and tires - Carry what you need with the integrated top tube bag mount, two bottle cage mounts in the frame on M, L, and XL sizes, one accessory mount under the down tube, and rear rack mounts

Procaliber Alloy Frameset is the perfect launching pad for your next cross-country bike. It rolls the fine line between race-ready and pocket-friendly with modern geometry that's made for handling fast corners, and lightweight Alpha Platinum Aluminum that's tough, nimble, and ready to cut loose. Designed for a 120mm fork, this ride is ready to build up into your dream steed. IT'S RIGHT FOR YOU IF… You're ready to start your dream cross-country bike from scratch, and want a lightweight and durable frame that doesn't break the bank. You need nimble handling, but don't want it at the cost of stability through the rough. THE TECH YOU GET A lightweight Alpha Platinum Aluminum hardtail frame with modern XC geometry and 148mm boost spacing for stiff support under power. Designed for a 120mm suspension fork. THE FINAL WORD The Procaliber Alloy Frameset lets you ride the line between performance and price with modern XC geometry that keeps you cool through the rough and ready to hammer up climbs. Ready to rip with your dream bike build. WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT - You get modern geometry that keeps you in the attack on climbs and crushing confidently on descents - It balances the accessible price of an alloy hardtail with the performance of its carbon cohorts - You can roll with up to a 120mm fork to get total trail capability - You get to doll it up with all your favorite parts - Internal cable routing keeps your ride quiet, reduces maintenance, and looks sleek

Rangefinder is Salsa's confidence-building trail hardtail. Built for riders who want to start discovering their local trail systems, Rangefinder offers geometry and spec designed for the perfect introduction to mountain biking. Rangefinder opens up singletrack and doubletrack adventures and offers provisions for bikepacking setups so riders can expand their off-road repertoires. Rangefinder is mountain biking for the masses. - 6061-T6 alloy frame - Internally-routed shift, brake and dropper post housing - 124 mm suspension fork and dropper post - 1x drivetrain keeps shifting simple with plenty of gear range - Hydraulic brakes offer confident stopping power - Compatible with 29" or 27.5 plus wheels and tires - Carry what you need with the integrated top tube bag mount, two bottle cage mounts in the frame on M, L, and XL sizes, one accessory mount under the down tube, and rear rack mounts

X-Caliber 8 is a cross country mountain bike made for fast laps and long days on the trail. It's built with special attention to value and the parts that make the biggest difference in performance. A 1x Shimano drivetrain, RockShox fork, and hydraulic disc brakes make it a great choice for new mountain bikers and XC racers searching for fast, fun, singletrack adventure. It's right for you if... You're looking for a fast mountain bike for singletrack—one that's fully capable of taking on races, marathons, and competitive group rides. You want something that is reliable and fun with dependable, lightweight parts. The tech you get A lightweight aluminum frame, a RockShox Judy SL 100mm suspension fork with a TurnKey lockout and an air spring that's lighter and more adjustable than a coil spring, tubeless ready wheels with Boost141 hub spacing, and a Shimano Deore 1x12 drivetrain with a wide-range cassette. The final word With X-Caliber 8, you're getting a performance frame paired with performance parts, like a RockShox air fork and 1x Shimano Deore drivetrain. Plus, it's equipped with durable, lightweight alloy rims that save weight and are easy to upgrade to tubeless. Why you'll love it - It has the price of a more basic hardtail, but the parts and performance of a more expensive one - The frame is fully compatible with higher-end parts, like race wheels and a dropper post, if you ever find the need to upgrade - Smart Wheel Sizing means you'll get the fastest wheel that fits (29" wheels on larger frames, 27.5" wheels on smaller frames) - The 1x drivetrain delivers a wide range of gearing with the simplicity of a single shifter Wheel size: - Sizes X-Small – Small: 27.5-inch - Sizes Medium – XX-Large: 29-inch

Procaliber 9.6 is a race-ready cross country hardtail. Its fast carbon frame boasts a trail-taming IsoSpeed decoupler, fast 29er wheels, and a RockShox Recon Gold RL suspension fork to keep you fast and smooth over roots, and rocks during your most demanding mountain bike rides. It's right for you if… You're more than a casual singletrack rider. You put in long miles on the trail, show up to race, and want the speed, efficiency, and light weight of a carbon cross country bike with IsoSpeed. The tech you get A light and stiff carbon frame with the unique advantage of our trail-smoothing IsoSpeed, a 100mm RockShox Recon Gold RL fork with a plush DebonAir spring and remote lockout, a lighter-weight wide-range Shimano SLX drivetrain, and tubeless 29" Bontrager Kovee Comp 23 wheels. The final word This bike can compete with the very best hardtails out there. You get fatigue-fighting IsoSpeed with parts upgrades that save weight and give you better handling. If you want to rock the local race scene and rack up serious mileage, Procaliber 9.6 is a great choice.. Why you'll love it: - The upgraded fork gives you a remote lockout, a more plush spring, and a damper that gives you more control over the rough stuff. - The IsoSpeed decoupler and carbon frame makes it ride smoother than any other hardtail, so your body doesn't get beat up by trail chatter - The solid XC parts group will hold its own on the race course, but it's also going to hold up through everyday training rides - You get a Straight Shot downtube for extra-stiff, responsive handling without added weight, and a Knock Block headset that protects against spinning bars and fork crowns - The remote lockout lets you lock out the fork without taking your hands off the bars