2020 Salsa

Rustler SLX

A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro bike with upper mid-range components.
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MSRP$3,399
FrameAluminum
SuspensionFull, 130 / 150mm
ForkRockShox 35 Gold RL
ShockRockShox Deluxe Select+
Wheels27.5″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetSLX, Race Face
BrakesHydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Based on frame geometry and build specs.

Terrain
easyextreme
Handling
nimblestable
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

26 mph

Rustler SLX

26 mph

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Highest gear

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Sizing
XS

5'1" – 5'7"

SM

5'5" – 5'10"

MD

5'8" – 6'1"

LG

5'11" – 6'4"

XL

6'2" +

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Reviews
Velo
Salsa refreshes component spec on 2020 Spearfish, Horsethief, and Rustler

Feb 2020 · VeloNews.com

Fox suspension forks, carbon wheels, and an all new aluminum frame.

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Bikerumor
First Ride Review: Salsa Cycles’ 2019 Rustler slays up or down

Mar 2019

Salsa Cycles' 2019 Rustler 27.5" is a fun-loving, well-rounded trail bike with a top-performing Split Pivot linkage.

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BIKEPACKING.com
2019 Salsa Rustler

Mar 2019 · Logan Watts

The all new 2019 Salsa Rustler gets 27.5 x 2.6" tires, added clearance, a Flip Chip to tune the suspension, and a few other new features...

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MTBR
Salsa launches revamped Spearfish, Horsethief, and Rustler

Mar 2019

Salsa is pushing hard to make a name in the traditional mountain bike space, launching a trifecta of revamped trail chargers, the 29er Spearfish and Horsethief, and 27.5 Rustler. - Mtbr.com

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Geometry
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Specs
Build
Frame

Rustler Aluminum

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

ColorBlack

Fork

RockShox 35 Gold RL 150 mm, 37 mm offset

Travel150mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox Deluxe Select+ RT

Travel130mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

73mm BSA w/ ISCG-05 Mounts (Carbon frames feature removable ISCG-05 bracket)

Headset

FSA Orbit IS-2

Stem

Salsa Guide 35.0

Handlebar

Salsa Guide 35.0 Aluminum

Saddle

WTB Volt Sport

Seatpost

TranzX YSI05JL2, 30 mm Travel Height Adjustable , Travel: XS/SM = 125 mm, MD = 150 mm LG = 170 mm, XL = 200 mm

TypeDropper

Grips

Salsa File Tread Lock On

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano SLX

Front Derailleur

N/A

Crank

Race Face Ride, 32t

Shifters

Shimano SLX

Cassette

Shimano SLX, 10–51t, 12-speed

Chain

Shimano SLX

Brakes

Shimano MT520 four-piston, 180 mm rotors

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

Front: Shimano SLX 110 x 15 mm hub, WTB ST i35 TCS 2.0 27.5" rim, Tubeless-Ready, Rear: Shimano SLX 148 x 12 mm hub, WTB ST i35 TCS 2.0 27.5" rim, Tubeless-Ready

Tires

Maxxis Minion DHF front, Maxxis Minion DHR II rear, 27.5 x 2.6", 60 TPI, EXO, Tubeless-Ready

Disc Rotors

Shimano MT520 four-piston, 180 mm rotors

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