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2018 Timberjack SLX 1x11 27.5

2018 Timberjack SLX 1x11 27.5

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Product Details

Build Kit

  • Frame: Timberjack Aluminum
  • Fork: Rock Shox Judy Gold 120mm Boost
  • Color: Lime
  • Rear Shock: N/A
  • Front Der: N/A
  • Rear Der: Shimano SLX GS 11-speed Shadow Plus
  • Cassette: SunRace 11-46t
  • Chain: KMC X11
  • Crankset: RaceFace Aeffect SL, 30t
  • Shifter: Shimano SLX
  • Brakes & Rotors: Shimano Deore Hydraulic, RT56 rotors 180mm, 160mm 
  • Headset: Cane Creek 10
  • Stem: Salsa Guide Trail
  • Handlebar: Salsa Salt Flat (XS, SM) Rustler (MD, L, XL)
  • Grips: Salsa File Tread
  • Seatpost: Promax 30.9 x 350/400mm
  • Saddle: WTB Volt Sport
  • Front Wheel: SUNringlé Duroc 45mm 27.5" alloy straight gauge Wheelsmith spokes, brass nipples
  • Rear Wheel: SUNringlé Duroc 45mm 27.5", 148 x 12mm thru-axle, alloy straight gauge Wheelsmith spokes, brass nipples
  • Tires: Maxxis Recon 27.5 x 2.8", folding, 60 tpi casing
  • Complete Bike Weight: 28 lb, 8 oz for size MD

Frame Specs

  • Design Wheel/Tire Size: 27.5 x 3.0" max (at 427mm rear center)
  • Alternative Wheel/Tire Size: 29 x 2.6" max (at 437mm rear center)
  • Suspension Fork Length (Travel): 511–541mm (100–130mm)
  • Rigid Fork Length: 483–502mm
  • Fork Offset: 45–51mm
  • Headset-Upper: ZS44
  • Headset-Lower: ZS56
  • Seatpost: 30.9mm
  • Seat Collar: 35.0mm
  • Dropper Compatible (Routing): Yes
  • Front Derailleur Mount: 148mm rear spaced: high direct mount (29mm offset) via 34.9mm clamp Problem Solvers Bracket (FS1328) / 142mm rear spaced: high direct mount (26.5mm offset) via 34.9mm clamp Problem Solvers bracket (FS1323)
  • Bottom Bracket: 73mm BSA, threaded
  • Crankset (Max Ring): 1x crankset: 32t max Boost or 30t max / Non-Boost, 2x crankset: 36/24t max /Boost and 36/24t Non-Boost
  • Rear Brake, (Rotor): 51mm I.S., (160–180mm)
  • Rear Spacing: 148mm; 142/135mm capable w/ Alternator Reduction Plates (FS2360)
  • Rear Axle Size: 12 x 180L, TP = 1.75, TL = 20
  • Derailleur Hanger: QR = FS1312; TA = FS1373; SS = FS1318; SSTA = FS1375; L Rohloff = FS1371; TA Kit = FS1370
  • Rack Mounts: Yes w/ Alternator Rack System
  • Fender Mounts: No
  • Stem Clamp: 28.6mm
  • Crown Race: 40mm
  • Front Brake (Rotor): N/A
  • Front Spacing: N/A

Geometry

Geometry Diagram
Metric XS SM MD LG XL
Top Tube Effective Metric 570 590 610 640 670
Seat Tube Length Metric 355.6 381 431.8 482.6 533.4
Head Tube Length Metric 100 100 110 120 135
Head Tube Angle 68 68 68 68 68
Seat Tube Angle 73.6 73.6 73.6 73.6 73.6
BB Drop Metric 58 58 58 58 58
Chainstay Length Metric 420–437 420–437 420–437 420–437 420–437
Fork Length Metric 500 500 500 500 500
Fork Offset Metric 51 51 51 51 51
Wheelbase Metric 1083–1100 1103–1120 1124–1141 1155–1172 1187–1204
Stack Metric 599 599 608 617 631
Reach Metric 394 414 431 458 484
Standover Metric 679 695 735 772 809
Rider Height Metric 157cm–168cm 160cm–175cm 173cm–183cm 180cm–191cm 188cm–UP
Stem Length 60 60 60 60 60
Crank Length 170 170 175 175 175
Handlebar Width 750mm 750mm 750mm 800mm 800mm
Seatpost Offset Metric 12 12 12 12 12
  • 500 x 51 mm offset fork based on 120 mm [530 mm/29/27.5+] fork at 25% sag.
  • 27.5 x 2.8" tire measuring 717 mm in diameter.
  • Standover (P) for all sizes is measured vertically to top of toptube from a position 50mm forward of BB center.

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Additional Features

6066-T6 & 6061 Aluminum Tubeset

A blend of our proprietary, top shelf 6066-T6 double and triple-butted tubing in the main triangle with 6061-T6 chain and seatstays creates a light, responsive, and durable frame that provides great trail feel

Timberjack Geometry

Timberjack uses a longer toptube and shorter stem to put the rider in a confidence inspiring position for off-road riding. Using the same stem length, offsets, and angles on each frame size, we provide riders across our size range with the same consistent front-end experience. Combining this front end with super-short chainstays, as short as 420mm, makes Timberjack an extremely agile trail bike

Suspension Fork Compatible

Designed around a 120mm travel (51 mm offset) suspension fork or our Firestarter fork

Alternator Dropout Versatility

The Alternator Dropout delivers incredible drivetrain versatility. Run singlespeed or geared, QR or thru-axle, freehub or Rohloff. Set the Alternator Dropouts all the way forward for a shorter wheelbase and quick, nimble handling, or set back for more stability. See our Alternator page

Rear Wheel & Tire Options

27.5 x 2.8–3.0" or 29 x 2.6"

Versatile Build Options

Timberjack offers a variety of canvases for the off-road artist. Build it with 27.5+ or 29er wheels and tires, a 120 mm travel suspension fork or our rigid Firestarter fork, or geared or singlespeed with the Alternator dropouts that can change chainstay lengths from 420mm to 437mm long. With multiple dropout plate options, rear spacing of the frame can be 135mm QR, 142mm thru-axle, or BOOST-148. Timberjack can easily adapt to whatever flavor of undertaking you’re up for

1x & 2x Drivetrain Compatible

This frame is compatible with both 1x and 2x drivetrain setups. A removable direct mount front derailleur bracket allows for clean 1x build

Dropper Post Compatible

Frame accommodates internal routing for a dropper post

Multiple Bottle Cages

X-Small and Small accept 2 bottle cages; Medium, Large, X-Large accept 3 bottle cages

Full-Length Internal Housing Cable Routing

Full-length housing improves shifting performance in poor conditions and increases use time between maintenance intervals

Rear Rack Friendly

Designed for use with the Salsa Alternator Standard Rack

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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