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2019 Cutthroat Apex 1 SUS

2019 Cutthroat Apex 1 SUS

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Cutthroat Apex 1 SUS builds on the game-changing SRAM Apex 1 base model for ultra-endurance race bikes, adding a Rockshox Reba RL fork for increased comfort on rougher roads and trails.

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Product Details

Build Kit

  • Frame: Cutthroat Carbon
  • Fork: RockShox Reba RL 100mm 15 x 100mm
  • Color: Black on Black
  • Rear Shock: N/A
  • Front Der: N/A
  • Rear Der: SRAM Apex 1
  • Cassette: SRAM PG 1130, 11-42t
  • Chain: SRAM PC 1110
  • Crankset: SRAM Stylo 6K Eagle DUB, 34t
  • Shifter: SRAM Apex 1
  • Brakes & Rotors: TRP Spyre-C,  160mm rotors
  • Headset: Cane Creek 40
  • Stem: Salsa Guide
  • Handlebar: Salsa Cowchipper
  • Grips: MSW Anti-Slip Gel
  • Seatpost: Salsa Guide, 12mm offset
  • Saddle: WTB Volt
  • Front Wheel: Novatec 15 x 100mm, WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0, 32h 2.0/1.8 butted spokes w/ brass nipples
  • Rear Wheel: Novatec 12 x 142mm, WTB ST i23 TCS 2.0, 32h 2.0/1.8 butted spokes w/ brass nipples
  • Tires: Maxxis Ikon 2.2", 60 TPI/EXO/TR
  • Complete Bike Weight: SM - 25 lb 2 oz / MD - 25 lb 6 oz / LG - 25 lb 8 oz

Frame Specs

  • Design Wheel/Tire Size: 29 x 2.4" max
  • Rigid Fork Length: 483–486mm
  • Suspension Fork Length (Travel): 501–511mm (100mm)
  • Fork Offset: 45mm
  • Headset-Upper: ZS44
  • Headset-Lower: ZS56
  • Seatpost: 27.2mm
  • Seat Collar: 32.0mm
  • Front Derailleur Type: Compact 2x, top-pull only
  • Front Derailleur Mount: High direct mount (26mm offset)
  • Bottom Bracket: PressFit 41 x 92mm
  • Crankset: 2x: 28/42t max standard mountain bike, 1x: 38t max standard mountain bike
  • Rear Brake (Rotor): 74mm post mount; (140 –160mm)
  • Rear Spacing: 142 x 12mm thru-axle
  • Rear Axle Size: 12 x 174L, TP = 1.5, TL = 12
  • Derailleur Hanger: 687 Hanger (FS2339). For installation instructions see 687 Derailleur Hanger Instructions on salsacycles.com/safety
  • Bottle Mounts: SM = 2, MD–XL = 3
  • Accessory Mounts: 2 (1 on top of toptube, 1 under downtube)

Geometry

Geometry Diagram
SM MD LG XL
Top Tube Effective Metric 545 565 580 600
Seat Tube Length Metric 406 482.6 533 584
Head Tube Length Metric 90 115 140 160
Head Tube Angle 70 70 71 71
Seat Tube Angle 74 74 73 73
BB Drop Metric 70 70 70 70
Chainstay Length Metric 445 445 445 445
Fork Length Metric 483 483 483 483
Fork Offset Metric 45 45 45 45
Wheelbase Metric 1052.7 1057.4 1067.9 1088.6
Stack Metric 593.9 619.5 645.3 664.2
Reach Metric 374.7 375.6 382.7 396.9
Standover Metric 719.1 787.1 829.9 868.7
Rider Height Metric 168–175cm 173–183cm 180–191cm 188cm–UP
BB Center to Center Metric
Stem Length 70 90 90 100
Crank Length 170 170 175 175
Handlebar Width 40cm 42cm 44cm 46cm
Seatpost Offset Metric 18 18 18 18
  • A Salsa Cutthroat Carbon fork which is equivalent to an average 100mm fork at 20% sag
  • A 29 x 2.25" tire measuring 740mm in diameter
  • Standover (P) measured vertically to top of toptube from a position 50mm forward of BB center

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Additional Features

Class 5 VRS

The Class 5™ Vibration Reduction System has specially shaped seatstays with a tall, thin, vertically oriented profile that promotes vertical compliance by allowing the seatstays to "flex" outwards on impacts. The horizontally oriented chainstays work to resist torque and maintain a laterally stiff rear end. The seatstays and chainstays lack bridges, furthering the full length of the stays to contribute to flexibility. And a rear thru-axle delivers precise tracking while allowing the seatstays to provide that incredible compliance 

Interior Junction Control Molding Technology

We use interior molds at all the main front triangle junctions during layup and curing. This allows for precise control of wall thickness and inner wall smoothness in these areas. This process increase compaction and reduces voids and wrinkles in critical high-stress zones. The end result is a top-quality carbon frame that delivers consistent high performance

RockShox Reba RL Fork

This 100mm travel 29er fork features RockShox’s Motion Control™ damping and a 15 x 100mm thru-axle for precise tracking

Cutthroat Geometry

We took what we’ve learned from our tried and true drop bar mountain bike geometry and updated it for speed. 445mm chainstays will get you up and over everything from technical singletrack trails, two-track, gravel, and long desolate paved roads quickly, while still preserving the stability and comfort endurance riders need to keep at it day after day. Designed for optimized fit with the Salsa Cowchipper or Woodchipper Bars 

Tour Divide-Driven Features

Designed for maximum frame bag volume on every size. Our size small can carry up to 4 water bottles (with two on the fork via Three-Pack mounts), with room for 5 on our medium through x-large sizes. Internal wire routing for dynamo hub lighting systems built into the Firestarter carbon fork. Direct mount toptube bag and frame-designed hydration routing take the ease of eating and drinking while riding to a whole new level 

Massive Tire & Mud Clearance 

Fits 29 x 2.4" tires plus the mud you are likely to encounter in multi-day endurance races

1x and 2x Compatible

Compatible with all 1x and 2x mountain cranks, both GXP and 24mm spindle type

Multiple Water Bottle Carrying Options

Our size small can carry up to 4 water bottles (with two on the fork via Three-Pack mounts), with room for 5 on our medium through x-large sizes 

Rear Rack Friendly

Designed for use with most rear racks via hidden seatstay mounts and our Rack-Lock 

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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