2022 Salsa Cutthroat C Apex 1

Cutthroat is an ultra endurance bikepacking machine inspired by the unique challenges that the Tour Divide presents. Its lineage led us to a drop bar mountain bike geometry that provides confidence even in the most challenging riding conditions. Cutthroat's carbon frame delivers excellent power transfer and its Class 5 VRS soaks up micro impacts from the road and trail, preserving your stamina. Ample cargo mounts allow you to configure your load to suit your personal preferences. SRAM's Apex 1 groupset is a reliable workhorse perfect for Tour Divide bikes and rigs that will spend a lot of time deep in the backcountry.

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 Molding 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 29 x 2.4" tires, plus the mud you are likely to encounter in multi-day endurance races (and abrasion-resistant plates on the fork minimize the damage that mud can cause)

• 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

• Cutthroat Direct-Mount Frame Pack

  This pack mounts to the frame via thumb screws for tool-free attachment and removal. This also creates a streamlined look and prevents wear from strap rub. Made from waterproof fabrics and water-resistant construction, the Cutthroat Direct-Mount Frame Pack comes in five sizes to match Cutthroat frame sizing perfectly

• Multiple Bottle and Cargo Carrying Options

  Capable of carrying four (52 cm frames) or five (54-60 cm frames) bottles with Three-Pack Mounts on the fork. Mounts for EXP Series Top Tube Bag and two accessory mounts on the underside of the downtube provide space for the Salsa Anything Bracket Mini or fuel, water bottle, or Salsa KEG. Cutthroat Direct Mount Frame Pack provides ample capacity across all frame sizes, and front and rear rack mounts offer endless options for carrying cargo

• 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.

  Build Kit

  Frameset
  Frame	Cutthroat Carbon
  Fork	Cutthroat
  Color	Silver
  Rear Shock	N/A

   

  Drivetrain
  Front Derailleur	N/A
  Rear Derailleur	SRAM Apex 1
  Cassette	SRAM PG-1130 11-42t, 11-Speed
  Chain	SRAM PC-1110
  Crankset	Race Face Ride Direct-Mount, 36t
  Shifter	SRAM Apex 1
  Brakes & Rotors	TRP Spyre-C, TRP rotors (160 mm)

   

  Components
  Headset	Cane Creek 40 IS41/IS52
  Stem	Salsa Guide
  Handlebar	Salsa Cowchipper
  Grips/Bar Tape	XL Anti-Slip Silicone Tape
  Seatpost	Salsa Guide
  Saddle	WTB SL8 Medium Steel SL

   

  Wheels
  Front Wheel	WTB Serra 15 x 110 mm hub, WTB ST TCS 2.0 i25 29" rim, 32h
  Rear Wheel	WTB Serra 12 x 148 mm hub, WTB ST TCS 2.0 i25 29" rim, 32h
  Tires	Teravail Sparwood 29 x 2.2", 60 TPI, Tubeless-Ready, Durable Casing

   

  Weight
  Bike Weight	24 lbs 8 oz for 56 cm

   

  Component Sizing

  Size	52cm	54cm	56cm	58cm	60cm
  Stem Length	60mm	70mm	80mm	80mm	90mm
  Crank Length	170mm	170mm	175mm	175mm	175mm
  Handlebar Width	44cm	46cm	48cm	50cm	52cm
  Seatpost Offset	18mm	18mm	18mm	18mm	18mm

   

  
  * Specification and pricing subject to change without notice
  

  Geometry Details

  Click for 2021 Cutthroat C Apex 1

  Setup & Instructions

  Click for Cutthroat Carbon V2 Custom Frame Bag Guide

  Click for ASTM Use Condition Chart (PDF)