El Mariachi rolls into town on its big 29’er wheels as our one complete bike offering of the year. We present it as a great bike value using a versatile frame. Start with our stock 1 x 9 build and we guarantee you’ll enjoy the ride.

The El Mariachi frame is crafted from True Temper OX Platinum tubing and uses a Bushnell eccentric bottom bracket. As a 29’er, its larger wheels smooth out the bumps and offer a premium in traction. The geometry is dialed, providing excellent handling and maneuverability in the woods. El Mariachi rides as a mountain bike should and not like an oversized circus freak (nothing against circus freaks, mind you).

While we’ve spec’d the bike as a 9-speed, its eccentric bottom bracket lets you convert to a singlespeed setup with ease. El Mariachi delivers versatility, but we encourage you to give our 1 x 9 drivetrain a shot first. It works for us and we believe it will work for you.

Our matching CroMoto Grande fork delivers sure tracking while its True Temper OX Platinum construction soaks up the harsh stuff. A rigid fork on a 29’er keeps the weight down while letting the wheels smooth out the terrain.

The selected build is a no-comprise list of parts that work. SRAM’s X.9 shifter and rear derailleur deliver crisp, clean shifting. Truvativ’s Stylo SS 1.1 crankset uses an alloy bashguard to keep its single 32-tooth chainring intact. Avid FR 5 brake levers and BB-7 mechanical disc brakes offer simple set up, excellent performance, and minimal maintenance. A WTB Speed V Comp saddle keeps the hindquarters happy while 2.1" Maxxis Ignitor tires provide plenty of traction on the trail.

We top all of this off with a bunch of well-deserving Salsa details that are often overlooked by the larger bike companies. Our Pepperjack grips and Pro Moto 11 degree flat bar give your hands a perfect perch. The Shaft seatpost makes saddle adjustment a cinch, while the Delgado 29’er Disc rims fill out those tires nicely. A painted-to-match CroMoto SUL stem, blue Flip-Off skewers, and a blue Lip-Lock seat collar are the icing on the cake. Can you say ‘Pimp my ride’?

El Mariachi Complete. Not just bigger. Better.