{"product_id":"new-salsa-blackthorn-145-c-eagle-90-transmission-all-mountain-bike-29-carbon-black-graphite-gray","title":"NEW Salsa Blackthorn 145 C Eagle 90 Transmission All-Mountain Bike - 29\", Carbon, Black\/Graphite Gray -   210000074788","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNEW Salsa Blackthorn 145 C Eagle 90 Transmission All-Mountain Bike - 29\", Carbon, Black\/Graphite Gray -   210000074788\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackthorn 145 is Salsa’s All-Mountain Bike. It’s a rugged rig that’s ready for backcountry trails and rowdy lines. It’s most at home on the steep and techy terrain — both up and down the mountain. Built to be capable, confident, and cargo-friendly without being a handful, Blackthorn 145 brings the fun to big days on the trail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures                    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon fiber frame, seatstays, and chainstays with 6061-T6 aluminum links for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplit Pivot suspension design features 145mm of efficient travel that’s fully active under braking and supportive throughout its stroke, paired with a 160mm suspension fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplit Pivot + design philosophy lets riders switch travel class to the 125mm rear\/140mm front travel found on Blackthorn 125 by swapping out shock link, shock, and fork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear Flip chip adjusts the head tube angle and bottom bracket height to accommodate varying terrain, wheel sizes, and personal preference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated strap location on frame for tube and multitool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits two bottles on all sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop tube mounts for use with EXP-R Series Trillium Top Tube Bag or K-Edge computer mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClearance for up to 29 x 2.5\" tires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with mixed wheel sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with most coil shocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolded frame protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrame: Blackthorn 145 Carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFork: FOX 36 Performance, GRIP, 44mm offset, 160mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear Shock: FOX Float X Performance EVOL LV, 2-position, 210 x 55mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Black\/Graphite Gray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrankset: SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission, 30t, single guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront Derailleur: N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear Derailleur: SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCassette: SRAM XS-1270 Eagle Transmission, 10–52t, 12-speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChain: SRAM GX Eagle Transmission Flattop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrips \/ Bar Tape: Salsa file tread lock-on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandlebar: Race Face Chester, 35.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem: Salsa Guide 35.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadset: FSA Orbit 1.5E ZS NO.57E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShifter: SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrakes \u0026amp; Rotors: SRAM Maven Base, 4-piston, SRAM CenterLine 2.0 Rotors (6-bolt, 200mm front and rear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddle: WTB Solano Steel Fusion Form, medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeatpost: TranzX REVERSE YSI35 w\/ GL MMX lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront Wheel: WTB Frequency 3x 15 x 110mm hub, WTB KOM Trail i30 TCS, 32h, 29\" rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear Wheel: WTB Frequency 3x 12 x 148mm hub, WTB KOM Trail i30 TCS, 32h, 29\" rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTires: Front: Teravail Kessel 29 x 2.5\", 60TPI Durable casing, Grip Plus compound \/ Rear: Teravail Kessel 29 x 2.5\", 120TPI Durable Plus casing, Grip Plus compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTubeless Accessories: WTB TCS valve and sealant included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePedals: not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA premium all-mountain carbon trail bike\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Salsa Blackthorn 145 C is built for riders who want high-end efficiency paired with serious descending capability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight carbon frame construction\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces fatigue on long climbs while increasing responsiveness and trail feedback on technical terrain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e145mm rear travel platform (frame design)\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers a strong balance of pedaling efficiency and downhill control for modern aggressive trail riding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e29” wheel setup\u003c\/strong\u003e maximizes rollover speed, stability, and traction across rocky, rooty, and high-speed singletrack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSRAM Eagle 90 Transmission drivetrain\u003c\/strong\u003e provides ultra-precise, under-load shifting with exceptional durability for demanding trail conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModern progressive trail geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances confidence on steep descents while maintaining agility in tight corners and switchbacks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull suspension tuning for all-mountain versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e, capable of handling everything from big backcountry climbs to technical downhill sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Black\/Graphite Gray carbon finish\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the bike a refined, performance-focused aesthetic that matches its high-end build spec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e                   \u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What is the Salsa Blackthorn 145 C designed for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: The Salsa Blackthorn 145 C is a carbon full-suspension all-mountain bike built for aggressive trail riding, technical descents, and long backcountry rides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What type of terrain is it best for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It excels on steep, rocky trails, technical singletrack, and enduro-style terrain where control, stability, and suspension performance are critical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What frame material is used?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It uses a carbon frame from Salsa, reducing weight while maintaining high stiffness and efficient power transfer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What drivetrain does it use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It is equipped with SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission, offering precise shifting, wide gear range, and strong performance under load in rough conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: What wheel size does it use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: It uses 29\" wheels for improved rollover capability, stability, and speed on technical terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Why choose the Salsa Blackthorn 145 C?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Riders choose it for its carbon efficiency, modern all-mountain geometry, and strong downhill capability combined with efficient climbing performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e                   \u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips    \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean frame, linkage, and drivetrain after every muddy or wet ride to prevent grit damage and premature wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect carbon frame and rear triangle regularly for cracks, deep scratches, or impact marks—especially after crashes or hard rock strikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService suspension pivots and bearings on schedule; check for play, creaks, or stiffness before rides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission drivetrain clean for optimal electronic\/mechanical precision and shifting reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck derailleur alignment, crank interface, and mounting bolts frequently due to high-torque trail use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect fork and rear shock for air pressure stability, seal condition, and oil leaks; service per manufacturer intervals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain brake system (pads, rotors, calipers) with frequent inspection due to aggressive all-mountain braking loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease pivot hardware where specified and use correct torque settings to protect carbon interfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid high-pressure washing around pivots, bearings, and drivetrain components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore indoors in a dry, temperature-stable environment and re-check torque settings after initial rides  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