Salsa Cutthroat Carbon Adventure Bike

Built for cyclists conquering mixed terrain with speed and precision, the Cutthroat Carbon redefines all-day endurance riding.

Why Choose the Cutthroat Carbon?
✓ Advanced Comfort Tech: Class 5 Vibration Reduction System minimizes trail-induced fatigue on 8-12 hour rides
✓ Adventure-Ready Geometry: 69° head tube angle + 445mm reach (L size) offers stable handling through technical descents
✓ Ultimate Customization: 11 mounting points (3x frame pack bosses + 4x accessory rails) + Boost 148/110mm thru-axles
✓ Future-Proof Drivetrain: Compatible with 1x/2x setups (Shimano/SRAM) including 48T chainrings for steep mountain climbs
✓ Weatherproof Design: Full internal cable routing + IP54-rated electronics compartment protects components

Key Performance Upgrades
| Specification | Cutthroat Carbon | Competitor Avg |
|———————–|——————|—————-|
| Frame Material | HM Carbon | Standard Alloy |
| Front Suspension | Deluxe Carbon Fork| Aluminum Fork |
| Weight (L size) | 8.2kg | 9.1kg |
| Bottle Cage Mounts | 4x (2 front) | 2x standard |

Optimized Sizing System
Select size based on inseam measurement:
52cm: <165cm riders | 54cm: 165-175cm | 56cm: 175-185cm | 58cm: 185-195cm | 60cm: >195cm

Ideal For:
– Multi-day gravel expeditions (tested on >30% of Tour Divide route)
– Road-to-trail commuters needing daily comfort + weekend capability
– Cyclists prioritizing vibration damping over absolute weight savings

Comes factory-tuned with Fox Float X2 dropper post (100mm travel) and Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting option.
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