Features and Technology

Our Alternator 1.0, 1.5, and 2.0 feature a swinging dropout design, while the Alternator Fit Mount uses sliding dropout for adjustments.

We design bars, stems, and seatposts to support the overall experience of the bike, such as wider drop bars on bikes like Stormchaser and Cutthroat.

Our Class 5 Vibration Reduction System (VRS) uses thin, outwardly bowed seatstays and vertically compliant chainstays to absorb road vibrations that would otherwise impact the rider.

Salsa ebikes use battery-powered electric assist to help riders ride more in less time or venture onto routes they wouldn’t otherwise.

Flex-stay suspension uses a flexing frame element in the rear triangle instead of the
pivot typically found near or at the rear axle.

Flipping the shock mount hardware adjusts bottom bracket height, head tube angle, and seat tube angle so riders can fine-tune their experience.

We use various materials to protect our frames and forks from damage, whether it’s a rock strike on the trail or thick, abrasive mud on your favorite gravel route.

Carry more on your bike and less on your body. Our frames and forks feature mounts for extra bottles, repair kits, camping gear, and ride accessories.

Split Pivot suspension design uses a concentric rear axle pivot to isolate pedaling and braking forces from each other—no other suspension system offers this level of isolation.

Split Pivot + is our suspension development philosophy that allows riders to swap suspension travel within a single chassis.

We design our suspension for a familiar feel that’s relatable across platforms, yet tuned for each use case. We prioritize a progressive leverage ratio, consistent, lower anti-rise curves, and supportive anti-squat in the pedaling zone.