Salsa Blackthorn

The Split Pivot design isolates braking forces from the suspension action. This means the rear suspension remains active and supple even when you are hard on the brakes, providing significantly better traction and control on technical descents.

Yes, its geometry is designed for versatility. It balances climbing efficiency with descending stability, making it a capable partner for all-day trail rides where you encounter a mix of steep climbs and technical terrain.

The Blackthorn is built for trail and all-mountain riding. With 140mm of front travel and 125mm in the rear, it is optimized for technical singletrack, rocky trails, and varied terrain where you need both agility and bump absorption.

Yes, the wheels are tubeless ready. This allows you to easily convert to a tubeless setup to run lower tire pressures for better grip and puncture protection.

The wireless electronic shifting offers extremely precise and rapid gear changes with minimal effort. Because there are no cables to stretch or get dirty, it maintains consistent performance over time and simplifies maintenance.

Yes, a dropper post is included. This is essential for modern trail riding, allowing you to quickly lower your saddle for technical descents and raise it back up for efficient climbing without stopping.