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El Mariachi is our ‘two bikes for the price of one’ steel hardtail.
Crafted from True Temper OX Platinum tubing, the El Mariachi brings the great feel of steel to the 29’er platform. Its Bushnell eccentric bottom bracket and vertical dropouts add versatility. Run gears or run it single…that choice is yours.
Disc brake only, El Mariachi presents a clean, uncomplicated profile, while the sloping toptube provides generous standover clearance. The True Temper OX Platinum CroMoto Grande fork keeps the front end light, while providing sure tracking and reducing a surprising amount of trail chatter.
Most importantly, El Mariachi rides right. It feels nimble, carving tight turns while delivering tons of traction. Soak in the pleasure of a supreme singletrack run. Lean the bike over and feel your tires bite. Roll over the roots and rocks while you look ahead to the next corner.
Whether you’re one of the 29’er-committed crowd or just someone who believes a big-wheeled bike is ideal for some of the trails you ride, El Mariachi offers you one sweet ride.
El Mariachi. Large and in charge.
| Switch to mm Switch to inches | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.Top Tube Effective | 22.7 " | 23.5 " | 24.4 " | 25.0 " | |
| B.Seat Tube Length | 16.0 " | 18.0 " | 20.0 " | 22.0 " | |
| C.Head Tube Angle | 71° | 72° | 72° | 72° | |
| D.Seat Tube Angle | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° | |
| E.BB Drop | 2.7 " | 2.7 " | 2.7 " | 2.7 " | |
| F.Chainstay Length | 17.9 " | 17.9 " | 17.9 " | 17.9 " | |
| G.Head Tube Length | 3.7 " | 3.9 " | 4.3 " | 4.7 " | |
| H.Fork Length | 18.4 " | 18.4 " | 18.4 " | 18.4 " | |
| J.Fork Offset | 1.7 " | 1.7 " | 1.7 " | 1.7 " | |
| K.Wheel Base | 42.2 " | 42.7 " | 43.6 " | 44.2 " | |
| P.Stand Over | 30.6 " | 31.6 " | 32.7 " | 33.8 " | |
| Top Tube C-C | 21.9 " | 22.5 " | 23.3 " | 24.0 " |
| Switch to mm Switch to inches | 16" | 18" | 20" | 22" | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.Top Tube Effective | 575.9 mm | 597.1 mm | 619.8 mm | 635.0 mm | |
| B.Seat Tube Length | 406.4 mm | 557.2 mm | 508.0 mm | 558.8 mm | |
| C.Head Tube Angle | 71° | 72° | 72° | 72° | |
| D.Seat Tube Angle | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° | |
| E.BB Drop | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | 68 mm | |
| F.Chainstay Length | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | 455 mm | |
| G.Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | |
| H.Fork Length | 468 mm | 468 mm | 468 mm | 468 mm | |
| J.Fork Offset | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | 43 mm | |
| K.Wheel Base | 1072.8 mm | 1084.1 mm | 1106.9 mm | 1122.3 mm | |
| P.Stand Over | 776.7 mm | 802.9 mm | 830.5 mm | 858.2 mm | |
| Top Tube C-C | 556.1 mm | 571.1 mm | 592.7 mm | 610.0 mm |
The best way to determine your proper frame size is to visit your local bicycle dealer. The fit chart below is a simple starting point, but the enormous variation in human body dimensions make it impossible to guarantee this fit chart will work precisely for you. We strongly suggest you consult your local bike shop in this matter. They will help you make a wise purchase.
| True Temper OX Platinum main frame and fork | |
| Includes Salsa CroMoto Grande fork made of True Temper OX | |
| ISO 51mm disc mounts | |
| Fits up to a 29 x 2.4" tire | |
| 135mm rear spacing | |
| Standard 1-1/8" headtube | |
| Seatpost diameter: 27.2mm | |
| Seatpost clamp: 30.0mm | |
| Front derailleur clamp: 28.6mm bottom pull | |
| Bottom bracket: Bushnell EBB, English 68mm | |
| Includes Salsa Lip-Lock seat collar | |
| Medium (18") frame weighs 5.0 lbs with EBB | |
| Designed for use with a 80mm travel front suspension fork | |
| Color: Ruby Rojo |