2019 Salsa Spearfish Deore. I’m all for short stems, but don’t enjoy 800mm wide bars anymore, so I swapped for a narrower set of 780 RaceFace Next R carbon bars I had lying around (and which the bike is pictured with in a few shots). If crushing singletrack is your game, Horsethief is your bike. Color: Black. ha. The Salsa Rustler has 130mm rear travel and 150mm up front. Salsa is one of the last brands that I associate with competitive racing, but the Spearfish does have some XC racing in its blood, just not the kind of XC race that’s carved into the side of a neighborhood hill; its functionality suits long distance competition. Review: Salsa Redpoint A confident trail star that rides to the beat of its own drum. Add to Cart. Featuring 100mm of Split Pivot suspension and a 120mm fork, it’s gained 20mm travel in the rear over its predecessor. This is a very affordable entry-level hardtail that is best suited to smooth trails, moderate terrain, and less aggressive riders. Condition: New ... Shimano Deore: Handlebars: Salsa Salt Flat (SM) Rustler (MD,L,XL) Tape/Grips: Salsa File Tread Lock On: Stem: Salsa Guide Trail: Brakes : Shimano MT201, 180mm Front & 160mm Rear Rotors : Saddle: WTB Volt Sport: Seat Post: Trans-X JD-YSP15JL, Travel: SM = 100mm, MD/LG/XL = 125mm * Subject to change … Shimano Deore Cassette/Rear Cogs Shimano Deore 11-42T Shifters Shimano Deore Handlebars Salsa Salt Flat (SM) Rustler (MD,L,XL) Tape/Grips Salsa File Tread Lock On Stem Salsa Guide Trail Brakes Shimano MT201, 180mm Front & 160mm Rear Rotors Saddle WTB Volt Sport Seat Post Trans-X JD-YSP15JL, Travel: SM = 100mm, MD/LG/XL = 125mm Riding with a pack is the last thing on your mind with the Spearfish. They also offer a frame-only option that’s made out of titanium, which will set you back $2,499. The red NX Model features a RockShox Reba RL 120mm fork, SRAM NX 12-speed drivetrain, and WTB ST i25 rims for $4,199. The 6th bike I demo'd was the Salsa Spearfish. I recently received the updated Spearfish for testing. Sign up for price alert. Be the first to review this product. The Split-Pivot on the rear axle is where the magic happens. Show Printable Version; Subscribe to this Thread… 10-07-2020 #1. A salsa spearfish with vpp was/is the best climbing mountain bike I have ever ridden. Challenging trails aren't so challenging, thanks to the Spearfish! Email to a Friend. water bottles within the front triangle ; Internal tubes guide cable housing through the frame, simplifying setup and maintenance and creating a clean bike profile Enough already, especially on a short-travel bike. The spearfish happily comes in both alloy and carbon configurations. 2019 Salsa TImberjack NX Eagle 27.5. A big bottle and room for more. While the frame geometry differs between the new Rustler, Horsethief and Spearfish, they do share similar characteristics. Free standard shipping on all bikes (continental U.S. only). Salsa 2019 Spearfish Deore 29er Full Suspension Bike - Spearfish is built to crush endurance-testing terrain while thriving on technical climbs and descents. If you continue to see this message, please email hello@[the site's address] for support. Most bikes in the lineup are available in carbon and alloy with a variety of build options. The new hardtail sits next to the Timberjack with an affordable price, modern trail geometry and lots of great build choices. Next, asking if this bike is a good value is absolutely improper, unless this is indeed an advertisement. All four bikes feature Fox forks and shocks as well as assortment of Salsa … 2019 Salsa Horsethief 2017 Salsa Timberjack 2014 Salsa Fargo Chips. The frame doesn’t accept a ring larger than a 32-tooth, and oval rings can’t be greater than a 30-tooth. March ... We’ve been running slightly more relaxed geometry on our shorter travel Spearfish and Horsethief 29er’s for several years now. 03-20-2019 #2. The Beargrease is more capable and fun to ride on the descents than you might expect a fully rigid bike to be. Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2019 Salsa Spearfish SLX Bike Up top, the contact points start with an uber-wide set of 800mm handlebars and a stout 50mm stem. View and share reviews, comments and questions on mountain bikes. mtbr member Reputation: Join Date Jul 2020 Posts 21. Thankfully, it has a 68-degree head tube angle which is tied for the slackest in the test and actually does help to calm the front end of this bike down and perform better when the trail steepens. I suppose it’s easier to start wide and cut rather than narrow and having to buy another set. The Split Pivot platform was updated and tuned with a new leverage rate, and the frame has Flip Chip adjustability and a metric shock standard. All measurements are in mm unless otherwise noted, Rock Shock Recon RL, 15x110mm, 51mm offset, ISCG 05 tabs with modular plate cover for when tabs are not in use, Front: Maxxis Forekaster, EXO, 60tpi, 29x2.35'', @cache_main: 27f4e3a85d8073d3412c1d28a6134fba. SSsteel4life. Salsa launches a bike to go fast, fast, fast with its Spearfish Carbon GX Eagle mountain bike. In early March, Salsa updated their full-suspension line up, and the Spearfish, Rustler, and Horsethief all got new lines, new leverage rates, new angles, and new colors. Its confidence-inspiring geometry, just-right suspension, and highly adaptable platform are ready to tackle any trail. And last but not least, the Spearfish 3 comes with Shimano Deore and SLX for a very reasonable US$2,750. To be clear, all are sponsored content articles are always clearly marked as sponsored, so readers know if the brand has influenced the content. We found that even with the ability to run a 34T chainring, we get the best overall use of their drivetrain between 30 and 32t rings. I didn’t experience pedal strikes and the seat angle is plenty steep. Thanks for the comment. I would consider buying an XC bike if it had progressive geometry. Despite having good experiences on a higher-end build of the Timberjack in our hardtail test, this Deore build version left a lot to be desired. Shipping available by country. Salsa 2019 Mukluk Deore 1x Fat Bike - The Salsa Mukluk was one of the game-changing fat bikes when it was introduced moving from wheels that used an offset build to a symmetrical built rear wheel with a wider hub that a traditional mountain bike. We feel the Horsethief is a good value and a great option for riders who aren’t necessarily pushing their limits and are simply out riding for the fun of it. Salsa redesigned the Spearfish for 2019 with some major changes. Level 4 expert . The Salsa Spearfish is a 100mm cross-crountry rig with 120mm fork. Bike of the Day: Trek Session 9.9. Free standard shipping on orders of $50 or more (U.S. only). The unmistakable Salsa headbadge. I’d say the geo on this new Spearfish is far from old school XC geo, and it gets a 50mm stem with 800mm wide handlebars. View and share reviews, comments and questions on mountain bikes. I owned and rode 15 bikes in 2019. $2,399.00. In fact, I think it would make the bike climb better and descend faster. With the Spearfish’s impeccable performance, there were a few interesting build kit notes I jotted over my review period and components that confused my sense of categorization. mtbr member Reputation: Join Date Jul 2011 Posts 519. I asked Salsa about both. It’s the top level build, and although the components would be considered “entry level” on other brands, I found it to be excellent. Salsa redesigned the Spearfish for 2019 with some major changes. Salsa claims that with a 32-tooth ring, there is a more efficient pedaling platform without having to overdamp the rear shock. Salsa has relaunched its range of Split Pivot equipped full suspension bikes, with all-new new Rustler, Horsethief and Spearfish bikes in the range for 2019, covering the gamut of riding styles from cross-country to trail riding with either wheel size. Do Not Input. Edited by Moderator Mar 1, 2019. Overall, I’m intrigued by this new crop of XC bikes! Kinematics and anti-squat were revised, improved, and optimized around a 32-tooth chainring. What really sold me on the Split-Pivot suspension is the bike’s ability to carve any corner like a NASCAR driver with all-terrain tires on a rubber track. Top tube accessory mounts bolt on your Salsa EXP Series top tube bag (not included) for a secure connection and elimination of strap wear ; All sizes accommodate 2 full-size (26 oz.) Do they sell frame only? If you are into downhill or Enduro stop reading and don't waste your time but if you enjoy cross-country hilly trails and the occasional little jump...spearfish is for you. How does the bike feel weight wise, after the changes? The Spearfish is a straight up XC 29er with 100mm of Split Pivot rear suspension and a 120mm fork, it’s perfect for endurance and XC races while offering a nimble day to day ride quality. Salsa Announces New Rangefinder Line The Salsa Rangefinder is the newest addition to it’s expanding adventure and hardtail catalog. Availability: In stock. Enter your email address to receive our top stories via email each week. If you read my recent review of Salsa’s new Rustler, you will probably notice some similarities here – the three MTBs Salsa just released all feature the same Split Pivot suspension linkage, with a fresh re-tune for 2019. Shimano Deore Cassette/Rear Cogs Shimano Deore 11-42T Shifters Shimano Deore Handlebars Salsa Salt Flat (SM) Rustler (MD,L,XL) Tape/Grips Salsa File Tread Lock On Stem Salsa Guide Trail Brakes Shimano MT201, 180mm Front & 160mm Rear Rotors Saddle WTB Volt Sport Seat Post Trans-X JD-YSP15JL, Travel: SM = 100mm, MD/LG/XL = 125mm The new hardtail sits next to the Timberjack with an affordable price, modern trail geometry and lots of great build choices. And Salsa used to rule in terms of value, but at $300 more, a Top Fuel is better specced, and has a bit more travel out back, to match the 120 fork up front. Salsa has relaunched its range of Split Pivot equipped full suspension bikes, with all-new new Rustler, Horsethief and Spearfish bikes in the range for 2019, covering the gamut of riding styles from cross-country to trail riding with either wheel size. The Salsa Marrakesh is made of a simple 4130 cromoly frame which is designed to tolerate heavy loads and long journeys. Spearfish is built to crush endurance-testing terrain while thriving on technical climbs and descents. $129.00. The Rangefinder looks to make the mountains and trails more accessible to the masses without compromising […] Reviews, ratings, specifications, weight, price and more for the 2019 Salsa Spearfish Deore Bike SKU: UPC: 657993171974. Salsa redesigned the Spearfish for 2019 with some major changes. When ri… Kinematics and anti-squat were revised, improved, and optimized around a … First Ride Review: The race-inspired 2019 Salsa Cycles Spearfish is fast, but still fun If you were to design a bike specifically for a 50-mile race that’s mostly comprised of singletrack trails, I bet it would look something like Salsa Cycles’ Spearfish. Kinematics and anti-squat were revised, improved, and optimized around a 32-tooth chainring. Salsa claims that with a 32-tooth ring, there is a more efficient pedaling platform without having t… They can all carry a bottle inside the frame, too—actually, the Spearfish and Horsethief can take two. Salsa says that it can be changed for rider preference, bottom bracket position, or to accommodate the change to 27.5-inch wheels. You should not have to do this more than once. I don’t think that the SID fork held the Spearfish back at all, but since it’s already a line-blurring bike, I do wonder how the front end would’ve felt with a Pike. Best Bike Trails | Most reviews are basically opinion articles given the author’s experience with the product and similar products, which falls squarely into journalism. The WTB ST i25 wheels with Speedterra hubs are fairly budget-minded also, as is the OEM cockpit. However, I do find myself longing for something much lighter, more responsive, and snappier especially on the climbs and flats and on easier singletrack. 3, Ten Years of TUES: a Decade of Innovation and Development, Fairclough, Wilkins, Pilgrim Go Berm-To-Berm in 'A Dog's Life' Episode Four, Today's BEST Mountain Bike Video - Reece Potter, Hot Rod, EWS Releases 2021 Race Calendar, with More Racing Than Ever Before, Go Anywhere, Do Anything - We Ride the 2021 Santa Cruz Nomad, Canyon Updates the Strive with Fresh Colors and Specs for 2021, Canyon Bicycles Acquired by Belgian Investor, Drop Everything and Watch Matt Macduff Reimagine What is Possible on a Mountain Bike, Bike of the Day: Specialized S-Works Enduro, On a List That Includes Rampage and Hardline, Dan Says This is the Gnarliest Thing Gee Has Done, 27.5 POUNDS? Comments Required. It wouldn’t need to be super long and slack. Add to Compare; 2020 Salsa Rangefinder Deore 29. So I’m wondering why XC bikes haven’t gotten the progessive geometry treatment that most modern Trailbikes have. The $5,200 build I tested has a SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain, Guide R brakes, a Salsa OEM cockpit, and WTB wheels. The leverage rate is more progressive than the previous version, with better bottom out resistance, but the rest of the leverage rate is similar to the last as far as small bump compliance and mid-stroke support. The frame doesn’t accept a ring larger than a 32-tooth, and oval rings can’t be greater than a 30-tooth. The Salsa Rustler is a playful 27.5 trail bike with gobs of tire clearance. Geometry. Salsa Spearfish Deore This item is currently not available. For intermediate to advance technical singletrack, I still think that the progessive geo, medium to long travel, wide tire,Trail/Enduro bike is best and I ride such a bike. You should not have to do this more than once. Level 1 expert . With solid mid-stroke support, it ramps up nicely to pop off rocks, jumps, and fat roots. Super Boost spec will basically guarantee that I’ll never consider that bike. The benefit of the Split-Pivot platform is a concentric rear axle pivot that separates braking forces from the rear suspension, so even if you’re on the brakes in a bumpy corner, the wheel doesn’t lock up — it sticks to the ground. The frame consists of a carbon front triangle, with an aluminum rear. And I am very modest as far as new bike price is concern. With thoroughly modern geometry and a highly adaptable suspension platform, the Spearfish chases XC and distance efforts, keeping you at the front of the pack. Qty: Add to Cart-OR-OR | Add to Compare; Quick Overview. More Views. Shimano Deore Cassette/Rear Cogs Shimano Deore 11-42T Shifters Shimano Deore Handlebars Salsa Salt Flat (SM) Rustler (MD,L,XL) Tape/Grips Salsa File Tread Lock On Stem Salsa Guide Trail Brakes Shimano MT201, 180mm Front & 160mm Rear Rotors Saddle WTB Volt Sport Seat Post Trans-X JD-YSP15JL, Travel: SM = 100mm, MD/LG/XL = 125mm Salsa could probably care less about what World Cup courses look like, and for the vast majority of us, do we honestly care? The Yeti also weighs a half pound more according to the SB100’s listed weight. Thanks for the review. There’s a new era of cross-country bikes out now that climb better than ever and descend in the same manner. Everybody can, its their money. Compare forks, shocks, wheels and other components on current and past MTB’s. The Salsa Timberjack Deore 27.5+ is an affordable entry-level hardtail mountain bike. Race Face. Vto2.0. ?The author does not have a technical degree, only a year ago he finished a journalism! Buyers considering the Spearfish may be disappointed to hear that the bike is now a SuperBoost 157 hub, and it can only (optimally) run a 32-tooth front chain ring. I can make the value decision on my own. Salsa 2019 Spearfish Deore 29er Full Suspension Bike - Spearfish is built to crush endurance-testing terrain while thriving on technical climbs and descents. The bike has 100mm of travel in the back and a 120mm fork, and Salsa calls it a … LinkBack URL; About LinkBacks; Thread Tools. Salsa says that “157 is the best solution to maximize a modern 29er. MTB Podcast | Serving the Community Since 1912. Salsa Spearfish 2019. Is it a trail bike? Good Trails . Solid downtube protection. By Matt Miller May 3, 2019. Does it matter? Best MTB Gear | Oozy Trail Platform Pedals (6) 6 reviews with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. Mountain Bike Deals, Copyright 2020 Blue Spruce Ventures LLC | Review Subject Required. Salsa uses the Dave Weagle designed Split-Pivot suspension platform which separates braking and acceleration forces from suspension activity. Huge selection of mountain bikes from brands such … 2019 Salsa Horsethief Review: What a Beast! A 612mm stack height on the medium puts riders in a very upright pedaling position and the progressive suspension keeps the rider in that position without settling into the stroke. Much like its other fully rigid competitors, it excels on smooth snow or dirt and tends to be a little harsh on choppy or rugged terrain. Free shipping on orders over $50 (continental U.S. only). In this case, it is not. Flag for Review. If crushing singletrack is your game, the Salsa Horsethief Deore 29 is your bike. Personally, I love watching World Cup XC, but I’m not going to choose a bike based on what courses the top 1% of athletes in our sport ride. Level 1 expert . Company   For 2019, the leverage rate was updated to give the bikes a more progressive ramp-up in the final third of the stroke. The Salsa Rustler has 130mm rear travel and 150mm up front. Most importantly, it’s more fun than I thought a 100mm travel 29er could be and for me, it’s flipped what the category is supposed to mean on its head. Reviews × Salsa Spearfish Deore Sign Up For Our Newsletter to Hear About Our Specials and Events! You lost me at “Salsa spread out the axle to a SuperBoost 157mm”. Level 4 expert . Honestly, I think the Spearfish 2 is as good as the Trance X and $2,000 cheaper. When an onlooking rider asks if your handlebars touched the grass around a swooping corner, it makes you feel pretty dang good. Riding an XC bike with old school geometry is just weird after years of riding progessive Trailbikes. “We do encourage folks to build beyond the spec if they want!” says Salsa. Today bikes are unbelievably overpriced, If the bicycle is 8000 dollars and a car is 12000, there is somethig very wrong with this picture. I can’t think of a reason why doing so would make an XC bike slower. Email to a Friend. ... Spearfish Deore. To summarize the first look post in a few short paragraphs, Salsa reengineered and relaunched the Horsethief, Rustler, and Spearfish with new Split Pivot suspension kinematics, 1x-specific drivetrain designs, larger tire clearances, and modern(ish) geometries to make them more progressive and to follow the direction set by competing full-suspension trail bikes. Email Address. Prove Humanity: Please click here to start. Probably, buyers have already made a decision on the Yeti or Salsa based on branding and image between the two. Great bike! The Spearfish is a straight up XC 29er with 100mm of Split Pivot rear suspension and a 120mm fork, it’s perfect for endurance and XC races while offering a nimble day to day ride quality. Salsa specs out their build kits a little differently than other brands as well, with several, carbon-oozing premium priced bikes starting their build kits where Salsa finishes. While the frame geometry differs between the new Rustler, Horsethief and Spearfish, they do share similar characteristics. Again, with these measurements, the Spearfish can run 29er tires up to a 2.6-inch width in the frame and a 2.8-inch in the fork, or 27.5-plus tires up to a 3.0-inch width. 2019 Salsa Spearfish Deore; 2019 Salsa Spearfish Deore. Shimano Deore Cassette/Rear Cogs Shimano Deore 11-42T Shifters Shimano Deore Handlebars Salsa Salt Flat (SM) Rustler (MD,L,XL) Tape/Grips Salsa File Tread Lock On Stem Salsa Guide Trail Brakes Shimano MT201, 180mm Front & 160mm Rear Rotors Saddle WTB Volt Sport Seat Post Trans-X JD-YSP15JL, Travel: SM = 100mm, MD/LG/XL = 125mm Double click on above image to view full picture. SissyFoot. About Us | LOCATIONS. Going back down is where I felt the bike come to life. Specs, reviews & prices for the 2019 Salsa Spearfish SLX. $3,049.00. What do you think? Photo: Matt Miller. Photo: Matt Miller. The flip-chip on the new Spearfish only offers a 0.2-degree change. Speaking of which, the former Spearfish holds a place in the record books with Neil Beltchenko’s current Arizona Trail Race 300 record (1 day, 23 hours, and 13 minutes). Photo: Matt Miller. ... Deore XT 12-Speed Cassette (0) 0 reviews. The 2019 Salsa Spearfish is positioned as a 29″ progressive XC bike. $1,100.00. It felt confident in and out of corners and handled most of the rough terrain with ease. The bike came in the low-position and I left it there since it didn’t seem necessary to try the high position. ….well, isn’t this a paid advertising? Most of the media say it’s because cross-country courses “are more technical than ever,” but after talking with a few pros last year, I’m not sure that’s entirely, Pivot Announces the Switchblade, a 29 and 27.5+ Trail Bike. Sign up for price alert. Spearfish is built to crush endurance-testing terrain while thriving on technical climbs and descents. The Trails Look Great - The Back Forty Ep. Designing for 34t would cut into tire clearance and/or chainstay length, and we considered those to be more important than the ability to run a 34 or 36t.”, Short 433mm chainstays were another primary reason to switch to SuperBoost 157. All four bikes feature Fox forks and shocks as well as assortment of Salsa … Free shipping and free 100-day returns on all U.S. orders. Add to Compare; 2019 Cannondale Trail 4 . Huge selection of mountain bikes from brands such … The 100mm of rear wheel travel is paired with a 120mm Rock Shox SID, World Cup capable fork. Salsa Horsethief Deore Review. Cross-country? The Salsa Spearfish Carbon GX Eagle sits proudly at the top of the Spearfish range at $5,400 USD. Having a progessive-geo XC bike for less techincal rides seems like a great idea to me. The nice guys at the shop let me return the El Mariachi and upgrade to the Spearfish 2. This bike pedals incredibly well and is super playful going downhill. Salsa redesigned the Spearfish for 2019 with some major changes. For that matter, Salsa seems to have nailed its new lineup, especially with the Spearfish. You could always just not read it…at 4am. Shimano Deore Cassette/Rear Cogs Shimano Deore 11-42T Shifters Shimano Deore Handlebars Salsa Salt Flat (SM) Rustler (MD,L,XL) Tape/Grips Salsa File Tread Lock On Stem Salsa Guide Trail Brakes Shimano MT201, 180mm Front & 160mm Rear Rotors Saddle WTB Volt Sport Seat Post Trans-X JD-YSP15JL, Travel: SM = 100mm, MD/LG/XL = 125mm Designed to tackle an incredibly wide array of terrain possibilities, Horsethief features confidence-inspiring trail-bike geometry, just-right 120mm rear and 140mm front suspension travel, and a highly adaptable platform that can be tweaked accordingly based on personal preference or the trail ride at hand. Qty: Add to Cart-OR- OR | Add to Compare; Quick Overview. c . IMBA Epics | This drivetrain setup provides a good amount of range that will be suitable for most riders, although the easiest gear is a bit tougher than some of its competitors. Featuring 100mm of Split Pivot suspension and a 120mm fork, it’s gained 20mm travel in the rear over its predecessor. On the flats, it’s irresistible to push into the pedals and stand and sprint on the short-travel 29er to carry the endless momentum that the bike builds. Free shipping on complete bike purchases (continental U.S. only). Huge selection of mountain bikes from brands such … Review: Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed Drivetrain - Low Price, High Performance 67656 views. The top-shelf Spearfish build that I tested is built with a SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain and Guide R brakes. Add to Cart. Dirt Lab: Creating a Grassroots Skills Park and Trail Building... Is the AKASO Brave 7 LE Action Camera a Good... Mountain Biking Through the Rocky Trail of Grief, 29-inch wheel size x 2.2-2.6″ (compatible with 27.5×2.8-3.0″), Carbon front triangle, aluminum rear triangle, Pricing starts at $2400 for Deore build with an alloy frame. Most of the media say it’s because cross-country courses “are more technical than ever,” but after talking with a few pros last year, I’m not sure that’s entirely the case. Regular Price: $1,150.00 ... Add to Compare; 2020 Salsa Beargrease Carbon NX Eagle. Prove Humanity: Please click here to start. The value is absolutely there, and the price falls in line with how other brands price their GX-level builds. Minnesota based Salsa Cycles has unveiled it 2019 line of full suspension mountain bikes. Spank. Introducing Salsa’s 2019 Lineup: Spearfish, Horsethief and all-new Rustler There are several features shared across the three models, like a one-by specific drivetrain, Boost 157 rear axle spacing, fully tubed internal cable routing and a geometry flip chip located on the shock yoke. Salsa Spearfish Details ... of each one and I am looking forward to spending more time on at least one of them in the near future for a full review. I set the sag at a recommended 30% and pedaled out. The Salsa Horsethief is the brand’s 29er trail bike with 120mm rear travel and 140mm up front. Salsa also offers a number of other models, including the budget-conscious Timberjack Deore (available in both 27.5+ and 29-inch wheels sizes), which comes in at $1,100 and features a SR Suntour fork and Shimano Deore drivetrain. At 5’8”, I was on the fence with a size small on one side and a medium on the other, but with the small’s reach size at 423mm, it made sense for me to size up to the medium. Need more info? Details. The anti-squat on the Spearfish’s suspension is nice and tight. $1,999 USD (MSRP) ... 2019 Spearfish Frame Sheet (PDF) Suspension Setup Guide – Gen 3+ Frames (PDF) If you continue to see this message, please email hello@[the site's address] for support. Equipped with 100mm of rear suspension and a 120mm fork it’s the design most targeted at all out efficiency. Any idea on frame weight? 100% agree. Free shipping on orders of $49 or more (U.S. only). 2019. Free ground shipping on orders over $50 (U.S. only). I recently took a test ride on an XC bike and loved the ride feel but hated the geometry. The other interesting thing about the Spearfish and Salsas in general, is that the build kits stop where many other brands start. Free ground shipping and free returns on orders of $50 or more (continental U.S. only). Budget-Minded also, as is the OEM cockpit ready to tackle any trail they want! says... 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