2012 Mukluk 2

The Mukluk is our fatbike, designed to provide extreme tire floatation in soft conditions. It rides where other bikes can’t.

Soft surfaces such as beaches, snowy singletrack, frozen lakes and rivers, and intriguing gametrails are its home.

Floatation, floatation, floatation…a fatbike is nothing without floatation. Wide rims, and wide tires run at proper pressure for the conditions, make the difference between riding and pushing.

But effective frame geometry is equally important. Mukluk handling is stable and rides comfortably at slow speed, allowing riders to avoid dabbing in tough conditions.

Mukluk 2 features an anodized aluminum frame. Anodizing doesn’t just look nice. It’s also lighter than a painted finish and much more scratch resistant and durable. Aluminum is also very resistant to corrosion so melting snow and adventures below the high tide line won’t ruin your frame.

Want your Mukluk 2 to be more than one bike? Turn it into a 29er mountain bike with a switch in wheel set. The frame is front-suspension compatible as well.

Ride where other bikes can’t, whether frozen, slushy, sandy, or downright dreadful.

Mukluk. Leave a fresh track.

Frameset
FrameSalsa Mukluk, Aluminum Alloy, Anodized Finish
ColorSpeedy Black Anodized
Weight33.3 lbs for size Large
Drivetrain
CranksetE-13 for 100mm BB, XS, SM = 170mm, MD, LG, XL = 175mm
ChainringE-13, 22-32-44T
Bottom BracketE-13 30mm External Bearing
ChainKMC Z99 Zinc Coated RustBuster
CassetteShimano HG-50 9-Speed 11-34T
Front DerailleurSRAM X.7, 3-Speed, High Direct Mount
Rear DerailleurSRAM X.9, 9-Speed, Long Cage, Gray
Components
ForkSalsa Enabler, 135mm Spacing w/ ED Coat Finish
HeadsetCane Creek 40-Series, TR, Black
HandlebarSalsa Bend 2, 17-Degree
StemSalsa Pro Moto 2, 31.8mm, Black
Stem SizesXS = 80mm, SM = 90mm, MD = 100mm, LG = 110mm, XL = 120mm
GripsVelo Silicone
Front BrakeAvid BB7 Mechanical, 160mm
Rear BrakeAvid BB7 Mechanical, 160mm
Brake LeversTektro CL530, Black
TiresSurly Larry Front 26 x 3.8", Surly Endomorph Rear, 26 x 3.7", 120 TPI
Front ShifterSRAM X.7 GripShift
Rear ShifterSRAM X.7 GripShift
SeatpostSalsa Pro Moto 2
SeatclampSalsa Lip-Lock, Red
SaddleWTB Pure V
Wheels
Front HubSalsa Enabler, 135mm Spacing, 32H, Red
Rear HubSalsa Mukluk 2, 170mm Spacing, 32H, Red
Quick ReleaseSalsa Flip-Offs
SpokesDT Swiss, Champion SG, Black
NipplesDT Swiss, Brass, Black
RimsSurly Rolling Darryl w/ Holes, Black, 32H

* Specification subject to change without notice

Geometry & Fit

Geometry Line Drawing
Switch to mm Switch to inches X-Small Small Medium Large X-Large  
Recommended Rider Height 5'2" - 5'6" 5'5" - 5'9" 5'8" - 6'0" 5'11" - 6'3" 6'2" - UP  
A.Top Tube Effective 22.2 " 22.8 " 23.8 " 24.6 " 25.2 "  
B.Seat Tube Length 15.0 " 15.0 " 17.0 " 19.0 " 21.0 "  
C.Head Tube Angle 69.5° 69.5° 70° 70° 70°  
D.Seat Tube Angle 73.5° 73.5° 73° 73° 73°  
E.BB Drop 2.5 " 2.5 " 2.5 " 2.5 " 2.5 "  
F.Chainstay Length 17.9 " 17.9 " 17.9 " 17.9 " 17.9 "  
G.Head Tube Length 3.9 " 4.7 " 5.5 " 6.3 " 6.7 "  
H.Fork Length 18.4 " 18.4 " 18.4 " 18.4 " 18.4 "  
J.Fork Offset 1.8 " 1.8 " 1.8 " 1.8 " 1.8 "  
K.Wheel Base 42.8 " 43.4 " 44.0 " 44.8 " 45.4 "  
M.Stack 23.2 " 23.9 " 24.8 " 25.5 " 25.9 "  
N.Reach 15.4 " 15.7 " 16.2 " 16.8 " 17.3 "  
P.Stand Over 26.5 " 27.8 " 29.4 " 31.0 " 32.6 "  
Switch to mm Switch to inches X-Small Small Medium Large X-Large  
Recommended Rider Height 157cm - 168cm 165cm - 175cm 173cm - 183cm 180cm - 191cm 188cm - UP  
A.Top Tube Effective 565 mm 580 mm 605 mm 625 mm 640 mm  
B.Seat Tube Length 381.0 mm 381.0 mm 431.8 mm 482.6 mm 533.4 mm  
C.Head Tube Angle 69.5° 69.5° 70° 70° 70°  
D.Seat Tube Angle 73.5° 73.5° 73° 73° 73°  
E.BB Drop 63 mm 63 mm 63 mm 63 mm 63 mm  
F.Chainstay Length 455 mm 455 mm 455 mm 455 mm 455 mm  
G.Head Tube Length 100 mm 120 mm 140 mm 160 mm 170 mm  
H.Fork Length 468 mm 468 mm 468 mm 468 mm 468 mm  
J.Fork Offset 45 mm 45 mm 45 mm 45 mm 45 mm  
K.Wheel Base 1085.9 mm 1102.3 mm 1117.2 mm 1138.3 mm 1153.9 mm  
M.Stack 589.4 mm 608.2 mm 629.1 mm 647.9 mm 657.3 mm  
N.Reach 390.4 mm 399.9 mm 412.7 mm 426.9 mm 439.0 mm  
P.Stand Over 672.2 mm 705.6 mm 746.3 mm 788.4 mm 826.9 mm  

Salsa Enabler fork included.
Measurements listed are based on:
* a Salsa Enabler fork which is equivalent to an average 80mm fork at 20% sag.
* a 26 x 4.0" tire measuring 742mm in diameter.
* standover (P) measured vertically to top of toptube from a position 50mm forward of BB center.

Setup

The best way to determine your proper frame size is to visit your local bicycle dealer. The fit chart below is a simple starting point, but the enormous variation in human body dimensions make it impossible to guarantee this fit chart will work precisely for you. We strongly suggest you consult your local bike shop in this matter. They will help you make a wise purchase.

Frame Tech

  • Mukluk - Explore Geometry
    Designed as a fatbike to provide extreme tire floatation in soft conditions like snow and sand. Fit geometry maximizes standover clearance facilitating dabbing, restarts, dismounts and re-mounts. Geometry optimized for slow speed handling and more easily controlled front end. It rides where other bikes can't
  • 7005 Aluminum Tubeset
    Size-specific, double-butted, heat-treated 7005-AL tubing optimized for strength and weight. Excellent corrosion resistance
  • Ovalized Downtube
    Improves handling and front triangle stiffness
  • 170mm Rear Spacing
    Results in a stronger, symetrical rear wheel while maintaining proper chainline with 100mm bottom bracket
  • Shaped chainstays and seatstays
    Provide maximum heel clearance in winter boots
  • Direct Mount Front Derailleur Adaptor
    Problem Solvers Direct Mount Adaptor adds flexibility to drivetrain setup
  • Tapered Seat Tube
    Allows use of a 27.2mm diameter seatpost for improved rider comfort while maintaining frame stiffness
  • Rack Mounts
    TIG-welded seatstay mounts. Designed to sit above large volume fatbike tires while removing disc brake clearance issues. NOTE: Rack fitment may require some rack modification.
  • Waterbottle Bosses
    Frameset accepts 5 bottle cages (3 on frame, 2 on fork)
  • Anodized Frame
    Frame is anodized for weight savings and durability
  • Full Length Cable Routing
    Improved performance in poor conditions
  • Enabler Fork Included
    Custom-designed, triple-butted, Kung Fu CroMoly with forward-facing, stainless steel, double-eyelet dropouts. Mid-blade mounts. Back-of-leg water bottle bosses. Fender mounts. 51mm I.S. disc brake mount. ED coated for durability
  • 135mm Fork Spacing
    Allows removal of front wheel without detaching front brake caliper
  • Mid-Blade Mounts
    Thru-mount mid-blade mounts designed to work best with Salsa Down Under lowrider rack and/or Minimalist rack
  • Fork Blade Waterbottle Bosses
    Back-of-leg waterbottle bosses in triple boss configuration for Anything Cages or hi/low placement of waterbottle cages
  • ED Coated Fork
    Similar to anodizing aluminum, but for steel. Provides ultra durable coating and rust protection on both the outside and inside of the fork
Wheelsize 26" fatbike (closer to 29" in diameter in reality)
Tire Clearance Clearance for 26 x 4.7" tires (drivetrain modification may be necessary)
Fork Salsa Enabler Fork included
Headset - Upper 1-1/8
Headset - Lower 1-1/8
Seatpost 27.2mm
Seat Collar 32.0mm. Salsa Lip-Lock included
Front Derailleur Problem Solvers Direct Mount clamp included, High Direct Mount Front Derailleur
Bottom Bracket 100mm English
Crankset Must be compatible with 100mm bottom bracket type
Front Brake 51mm I.S., maximum rotor size 185mm
Rear Brake 51mm I.S., maximum rotor size 185mm
Front Spacing 135mm x 10mm QR
Rear Spacing 170mm x 10mm QR
Bottle Mounts 5 per frameset (3 on frame, 2 on fork)
Derailleur Hanger FS2425
Cable Routing Continuous housing, all under downtube
Frame Weight TBA
Fork Weight 1146 grams with uncut steerer
Color Speedy Black Ano