2017 Fargo Rival 27.5 Plus

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Product Details

Build Kit

Frame: Fargo Cobra Kai CroMoly
Fork: Salsa Firestarter Carbon
Color: Matte Grey
Rear Shock: n/a
Front Der: n/a
Rear Der: SRAM Rival
Cassette: Sun Race 11-42t
Chain: KMC X11
Crankset: SRAM S1000, X-SYNC 32t
Shifter: SRAM Apex
Brakes & Rotors: SRAM Apex Hydraulic, G2CS 180mm, 160mm
Headset: Cane Creek 40
Stem: Salsa Guide
Handlebar: Salsa Woodchipper 2
Grips: Salsa Gel Bar Tape
Seatpost: Zoom 27.2 x 350mm set back post
Saddle: WTB Volt Comp
Front Wheel: Salsa, 32h, 100mm, 15mm Thru-Axle, Whisky No.5 50mm Rim, 2.0 spokes, brass nipples
Rear Wheel: Salsa, 32h, 148mm, 12mm Thru-Axle, Whisky No.5 50mm Rim, 2.0 spokes, brass nipples
Tires: Schwalbe Rocket Ron Performance, folding, 27.5 x 3"
Complete Bike Weight: 27 lbs 11 oz for Medium

Frame Specs

Design Wheel/Tire Size: 29 x 2.4"
Alternative Wheel/Tire Size: 27.5 x 3.0", 29 x 2.4" w/ fender (29 x 3.0" only compatible on SM–XL frame sizes)
Suspension Fork Length (Travel): 501–511mm (100mm)
Rigid Fork Length: 483–486mm
Fork Offset: 45–51mm
Headset-Upper: ZS44
Headset-Lower: EC44
Seatpost: 27.2mm
Seat Collar: 30mm
Front Derailleur Mount: 148mm rear spaced: high direct-mount (29mm offset) Problem Solvers Bracket (FS1328); 142mm rear spaced: high direct-mount (26.5mm offset) via 28.6mm clamp Problem Solvers Bracket (FS1326)
Bottom Bracket: 73mm BSA, threaded
Crankset (Max Ring): 1x crankset: 36t max Boost & 34t non-Boost or 46t Gates Belt Drive Sprocket, 2x crankset: 42/28t max Boost & non-Boost
Rear Brake (Rotor): 51mm I.S. (160–180mm)
Rear Spacing: 148 or 142mm thru-axle / 135mm QR w/ Alternator reduction plates
Rear Axle Size: 148mm rear spaced: 12 x 180L, TP = 1.75, TL = 20 / 142mm rear spaced: 12 x 174L, TP = 1.75, TL = 20 / 135mm rear spaced: quick-release / 142 & 135mm spacing require the use of Salsa / Alternator Reduction plates (FS2360}
Derailleur Hanger: QR = FS1312; TA = FS1374; SS = FS1318; SSTA = FS1375; L Rohloff = FS1371; TA Kit = FS1370
Fender Mounts: Yes
Rack Mounts: Yes
Bottle Mounts: XS = 2, SM–XL = 3
Stem Clamp: 28.6mm
Crown Race: 40mm
Front Brake (Rotor): 74mm post mount (160–180mm)
Front Spacing: 100 x 15mm thru-axle
Front Axle: M15 x 125L, TP = 1.5, TL = 12mm
Fork Bottle Mounts: Three-Pack mounts on each fork leg

Geometry

	X-Small	Small	Medium	Large	X-Large
Top Tube Effective Metric	525	545	565	580	600
Seat Tube Length Metric	355.6	406.4	457.2	508	558.8
Head Tube Length Metric	100	100	125	150	170
Head Tube Angle	69	70	70.5	71	71
Seat Tube Angle	74.5	74	73	73	73
BB Drop Metric	70	70	70	70	70
Chainstay Length Metric	455 - 472	455 - 472	455 - 472	455 - 472	455 - 472
Fork Length Metric	483	483	483	483	483
Fork Offset Metric	45	45	45	45	45
Wheelbase Metric	1060.7 - 1077.7	1064.3 - 1081.3	1068.4 - 1085.4	1078.7 - 1095.7	1099.4 - 1116.4
Stack Metric	608.3	612.7	638.4	664.2	683.1
Reach Metric	356.3	369.3	369.8	376.9	391.2
Standover Metric	697	735.3	781	824.1	862.6
Rider Height Metric	152cm - 163cm	160cm - 175cm	173cm - 183cm	180cm - 191cm	188cm - UP
BB Center to Center Metric
Stem Length	60	70	90	90	100
Crank Length	170	170	175	175	175
Handlebar Width	42	44	44	46	46
Seatpost Offset Metric	20	20	20	20	20
Stem Angle
Wheel Size
Seatpost Dropper Length Travel
Handlebar_Rise_Drop
BB Height

Measurements based on:

A Firestarter Fork which is 483 x 45 mm offset, this is equivalent to an average 100mm fork at 20% sag.
Measurements listed are based on a 29 x 2.4" tire measuring 746 mm in diameter.
Standover (P) for all sizes is measured vertically to top of toptube from a position 50mm forward of BB center.

Supportive Documents

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Additional Features

Fargo Geometry

Designed as a drop-bar MTB, optimized for fit with the Salsa Woodchipper or Cowchipper handlebars. Capable of handling everything from technical singletrack trails, two-track, gravel, and the occasional paved road. Predictable handling with or without a load. The bike to ride for multiple surface excursions

Cobra Kai CroMoly Tubeset

Salsa-designed, triple-butted, and frame size-specific seamless Cobra Kai CroMoly tubing

Alternator Dropouts V1.5

Split-able version of our renowned Alternator Dropout for ultimate drivetrain versatility. Run singlespeed or geared, QR or thru-axle, freehub or Rohloff, or Gates Belt Drive. Set Alternator Dropouts all the way forward for a shorter wheelbase that results in quick and nimble handling, or set back for more stability. See our Alternator Page for more info

Belt Drive Compatible

Tested and certified for belt drive use

Multiple Wheelsize Versatility

Fargo geometry and spacing can accommodate 27.5+, 29", and, on sizes small to x-large, 29+ making for a highly capable bike that’s ready for just about any endeavor

Rear Rack Friendly

Designed for use with the Salsa Alternator Standard Rack

ZS44 Semi-Integrated Headset Standard

Compatible with tapered or straight 1-1/8" steerer forks

Firestarter Carbon Fork

Full carbon fork with a tapered 1-1/8 to 1-1/2” steerer tube for confidence-inspired tracking through the tough stuff. Massive tire clearance, up to 29 x 3" tires. 15 x 100mm thru-axle and Salsa-designed carbon layup for frame-matching compliance. 74mm post-mount style brake mount. 160 to 200mm disc brake rotor compatible

Warranty Information

All Salsa products are warranted against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship from the date of retail purchase of the product, subject to the limitations detailed below.

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2017 Fargo Rival 27.5 Plus