Salsa Rustler: Your Agile Trail Companion

Unleash your inner trail rebel with the Salsa Rustler, a nimble and responsive technical trail bike built for riders who love to push limits. Whether you’re popping off roots, carving corners, or boosting jumps, this bike thrives on dynamic terrain. Its 130mm Split Pivot suspension keeps you in control, staying active under braking while offering plush support. Paired with a 150mm RockShox fork, the Rustler delivers confidence on descents and precision on climbs.

Key Features

• Adjustable Geometry: Flip-chip technology lets you tweak the head tube angle and bottom bracket height for varied terrain or riding style.
• Playful Handling: A 66-degree head angle, short stem, and 27.5″ wheels (compatible with 2.3–2.8″ tires) make it Salsa’s most lively trail bike.
• Optimized Frame: Low top tube and compact suspension layout enhance standover clearance and body movement for technical maneuvers.
• Smart Storage: Fits a full-size bottle inside the front triangle—add an Anything Cage for pack-free adventures.

Built for Trail Dominance

• Frame: Rustler Alloy V1 with 425mm chainstays for agility
• Drivetrain: Shimano Deore M6100 12-speed (10–51T cassette)
• Brakes: Shimano MT4100 with 180mm rotors
• Wheelset: WTB ST i35 rims laced to Shimano hubs, wrapped in Maxxis DHF/DHR II 2.6″ tires (tubeless-ready)

Who’s It For?

Ideal for intermediate to advanced riders (5’1″–6’3+”) who crave a bike that rewards aggressive trail play—perfect for flowy singletrack, technical climbs, and jump lines.

Why Choose the Rustler?

Ride harder, play smarter—the Rustler turns every trail into your playground.