Cutthroat C Frameset

$2,499.00 USD

~~$2,499.00 USD~~ $2,499.00 USD

Size 52cm 54cm 56cm 58cm 60cm

The Cutthroat C Frameset is all about potential. Build it into your dream bikepacking bike and tackle the Tour Divide or the open-ended adventure of your choosing. Cutthroat’s lightweight carbon frame with Class 5 VRS™ supports you every mile of the way with stiffness for pedaling efficiency and compliance for comfort. The drop-bar mountain bike geometry feels stable whether your route includes ribbons of pavement or rugged doubletrack, and it only gets more stable when you load up the ample cargo mounts. This bikepacking frameset is ready for your next big adventure — just add your favorite components.

Warning for Residents of California

⚠️ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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Bike Key Features

On-Bike Storage
Adventures require gear and riders should get to choose whether they carry it on their bike or on their body
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Class 5 VRS
Comfort equates to speed and distance over rough terrain
Rider benefit is inherent to the design
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Frame Protection
Our products are built from experience — we’ve been there enough to know that a carbon fork can benefit from added protection just as much as the downtube on a suspension bike.
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Product Details

Build Kit

Frameset

Frame

Cutthroat C

Color

Black

Fork

Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe

Rear Shock

N/A

Components

Headset

FSA NO.42/ACB

Drivetrain

Wheels

Front Axle

Salsa Deadbolt UL thru axle (15mm, 135mm L, 1.5 TP)

Rear Axle

Salsa Deadbolt UL thru axle (12mm, 175mm L, 1.0 TP)

Weight

Frame

5 lbs for size 56 cm (including seat collar and uncut steerer tube)

Geometry

Size	52cm	54cm	56cm	58cm	60cm
A. Effective Top Tube	520.0	540.0	560.0	580.0	600.0
B. Stand Over	700.44	741.72	810.51	851.75	874.22
C. Reach	357.77	372.91	385.28	395.13	406.36
D. Stack	584.98	592.45	619.53	644.73	664.34
E. Total Seat Tube Length	355.6	419.1	508.0	558.8	584.2
F. Headtube Length	90.0	98.0	127.0	154.0	175.0
G. Headtube Angle	69.0	69.0	69.0	69.0	69.0
H. Seat Tube Angle	74.5	74.25	74.25	74.0	73.75
I. BB Drop	70.0	70.0	70.0	70.0	70.0
K. Chainstay Length	445.0	445.0	445.0	445.0	445.0
L. Fork Length Axle to Crown	483.0	483.0	483.0	483.0	483.0
M. Fork Offset	51.0	51.0	51.0	51.0	51.0
N. Wheelbase	1049.54	1067.55	1090.31	1109.83	1128.6
Crank Arm Length	170.0	170.0	175.0	175.0	175.0
Handlebar Width	44.0	46.0	46.0	46.0	46.0
Recommended Rider Height	154.0 - 168.0	168.0 - 175.0	173.0 - 185.0	183.0 - 193.0	190.0
Stem Length	60.0	70.0	80.0	80.0	90.0

Measurements based on:

an 483mm AC x 51mm offset fork which is equivalent to an average 100mm 29" suspension fork at 25% sag
a 29" x 2.2" tire measuring 740mm in diameter
Standover for all sizes is measured vertically to top of toptube from a position 50mm forward of BB center

Frame Specs

Design Wheel/Tire Sizes 29 x 2.25" (29 x 2.4" Max) (Some front derailleurs may reduce tire clearance. Check manufacturer’s specifications to confirm clearance before installing.)
Suspension Fork Length (Travel) 506 mm (100 mm Travel)
Rigid Fork Length 483 mm
Fork Offset 51 mm
Rear Spacing 148 x 12 mm Thru-axle
Rear Axle Size M12 x P1.0 x 175
Front Brake (Rotor) Flat mount (160–180 mm), flat mount frame standard (35 mm thickness), 42 mm bolt length
Headset - Upper IS41
Headset - Lower IS52
Front Spacing 110 x 15 mm Thru-axle
Seatpost 27.2 mm
Dropper Post Compatible Yes, internal. For Internal Dropper Post Routing: 1x mechanical drivetrain: Route the dropper post cable through the drive side of the down tube. Di2 drivetrains: Mount the Di2 battery in the seatpost, then route the dropper post cable through the drive side of the downtube; For External Dropper Post Routing: 1x and 2x mechanical and Di2 drivetrains:Route the dropper post cable through the dynamo rear light holes on the non-drive side of the top tube.
Seatpost Clamp 32.0 mm
Front Derailleur Type Road, braze-on, 2x, bottom-pull
Derailluer Hanger SRAM UDH
Bottom Bracket Press Fit BB92, 41 x 92 mm
Crankset (Max Ring) 1x MTN Boost: 40t Max; 2x RD Boost outer ring: 46–50t, inner ring: 30–36t *Oval chainrings subtract 2t from max*
Accessory Mounts Front Rack Mounts: Yes, lowrider compatible. Salsa Down Under rack recommended; Rear Rack Mounts: Yes, Salsa Rack Lock seatpost collar required. Salsa Wanderlust Rack recommended. Salsa Bent Rack Struts (part #RK8030) required for installation on 58 cm and 60 cm frames. Not compatible with Salsa Wanderlust HD Rack; Under Downtube Mount: Yes, two pair; Top Tube Mounts: Yes, compatible with Salsa Top Tube bag
Bottle Mounts Frames up to 54cm: 2 in main triangle. Frames 56cm and larger: 3 in main triangle.
Fork Mounts Yes, one set of Three-Pack mounts on each fork leg
Rear Fender Mounts n/a

Supportive Documents

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Additional Features

Cutthroat Carbon Fork

With trail-taming compliance and abrasion-resistant plates in high-wear areas, the Cutthroat Carbon fork is designed for the rigors of rides that cover multiple road surfaces in unpredictable conditions

Class 5™ VRS

The Class 5™ Vibration Reduction System revolves around seatstays with a tall, thin, vertically-oriented profile that promotes vertical compliance by allowing the seatstays to "flex" outwards on impacts. Horizontally-oriented chainstays work to resist torque and maintain a laterally stiff rear end. The lack of seatstay and chainstay bridges allows the full length of the stays to contribute to flexibility. A rear thru-axle delivers precise tracking while allowing the seatstays to provide incredible compliance

Interior junction control mold technology

We use interior molds at all of the main front triangle junctions during layup and curing. This allows for precise control of wall thickness and inner-wall smoothness in these areas. This process increases compaction and reduces voids and wrinkles in critical high-stress zones. The end result is a top-quality carbon frame that delivers consistent high performance

Cutthroat geometry

Our drop bar mountain bike geometry features a 69° head tube angle for a long wheelbase that provides supreme stability over long days on any surface. 445 mm chainstays with Class 5 VRS will get you through everything from remote two-track gravel roads to technical singletrack trails, with the efficiency and comfort that endurance riders need to keep at it day after day. Cutthroat is designed for optimized fit with the Salsa Cowchipper or Woodchipper Bars

Tour Divide-inspired features

Designed for maximum frame bag volume on every size. Stay hydrated with room for three bottles on 54–60 cm frames (two bottles on 52 cm frames). The top tube bag mount makes mid-ride refueling easy, and the two Three-Pack mounts on the fork offer extra capacity for gear or water. The Cutthroat carbon fork has internal wire routing for dynamo hub lighting systems. Abrasion-resistant plates reduce frame and fork wear cause by mud and debris

Massive tire and mud clearance

Fits a 29 x 3.0" tire up front and a 29 x 2.4" tire in the rear, plus the mud you are likely to encounter in multi-day endurance races.

Road Boost drivetrain

2x mechanical-compatible using Race Face mountain boost cranks and Easton direct-mount chainrings (max 50/34t, complete bikes ship with 46/30t) and a road drivetrain in all other areas

Direct-mount frame pack compatible

Custom frame bags can be bolted directly to frame tool-free with EXP Series Direct Mount Thumb Screws

Multiple bottle and cargo-carrying options

Custom frame bags can be bolted directly to frame tool-free with EXP Series Direct Mount Thumb Screws

Rear rack compatible

Accommodates the Salsa Wanderlust Rack (requires the Salsa Rack-Lock seatpost collar). Salsa Bent Rack Struts (part #RK8030) required for installation on 58 cm and 60 cm frames. Cutthroat V2 is not compatible with the Salsa Wanderlust HD Rack.

Frame protection

Abrasion-resistant plates on the frame and fork prevent damage from mud buildup and other debris.

SRAM UDH-compatible

SRAM's Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) makes it faster and easier to find a replacement at any bike shop, no matter how far from home you are.

FAQ

Can I run 27.5" (650b) rims and tires on this frameset?

No, you cannot. That wheel size is significantly smaller than the 29er wheels the bike is designed for.

Can I run 29+ rims and tires on this frameset?

No, you cannot.

Can I run flat bars on my Cutthroat?

Yes, but it is important to keep in mind that the Cutthroat is designed specifically as a drop bar mountain bike. Switching to a flat bar essentially results in a very short toptube length, compared to how a traditional flat bar mountain bike would be designed.

Can I install a rack on my Cutthroat?

Yes. We recommend the Salsa Wanderlust Rack. You will need a Salsa Rack Lock seatpost collar. Salsa Bent Rack Struts (part #RK8030) are required for installation on 58 cm and 60 cm frames. The Salsa Wanderlust HD Rack is not compatible with Cutthroat V2.

Can I use a suspension fork on this frame?

Yes, this frame was designed and tested for use with a suspension fork with an axle-to-crown length up to 506mm (typically 100mm of travel). Check the fork manufacturer’s specifications to ensure the model and travel combination you intend to use is equal to or less than this length. Using a longer length fork will void the frame warranty and could result in frame failure. Forks with 51mm offset are recommended.

Do you offer touch-up paint?

No, we do not offer touch up paint. Hobby shops or automotive stores are excellent places to find paint. We suggest you test the paint on a scrap piece of metal before using it on your frame.

I crashed and dented (or cracked) my frame. Is it safe to ride?

Stop riding your frame immediately and take it to the nearest Salsa authorized dealer for inspection. A dented or cracked tube represents a structural weakening of the frame, and is a safety risk.

What is the warranty for this bike?

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Warranty Information

All Salsa products are warranted against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship from the date of retail purchase of the product, subject to the limitations detailed below.

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Cutthroat C Frameset