2025 Salsa Cassidy SLX - Tan

Cassidy SLX is built for more than just getting downhill the fastest. Sure, the 6061-T6 aluminum frame is up for all the trail punishment you can put it through. And the RockShox Super Deluxe Select+ shock and ZEB R fork have your back with 165 mm rear and 180 mm of suspension travel on tap. Cassidy's geometry and our Split Pivot suspension design ensure your tires stick to the trail, whether you're hurtling downhill or climbing back up for another lap. Unlike other enduro bikes, Cassidy features on-bike storage, such as a tube strap spot, a top tube mount, and full-size bottle mount. This lets you extend your ride time or just get the sweaty pack off your back. With a Shimano SLX 1 x 12 drivetrain and four-piston brakes, you're equipped for any enduro course or trail day.

WARNING:

This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Headset:

FSA Orbit 1.5E NO.57E ACB, ZS44/ZS56

Seatpost:

TranzX YSI05, Shimano MT500 lever, 30 mm travel adjust (SM 125 x 409 mm, MD 150 x 459 mm, LG 170 x 499 mm, XL 200 x 559 mm)

Stem:

Salsa Guide Trail 50 mm

Grips/Bar Tape:

Salsa File Tread Lock-on

Saddle:

WTB Volt 250 Steel, 250 x 135

Handlebar:

Race Face Chester 35

Rear Derailleur:

Shimano SLX M7100 SGS

Cassette:

Shimano Deore M6100, 10-51t, 12-speed

Chain:

Shimano Deore M6100

Crankset:

Shimano Deore M6130, 30t

Shifter:

Shimano Deore M6100

Brake Calipers:

Shimano Deore M6120 four-piston

Rotors:

Shimano RT64, Center Lock (203 mm)

Front Wheel:

Shimano MT400-B 15 x 110 mm hub, WTB ST i30 29" rim

Rear Wheel:

Shimano SLX M7130 12 x 157 mm hub, WTB ST i30 29" rim

Front Tire:

Maxxis Assegai 29 x 2.5", Maxx Grip, DD, TR

Rear Tire:

Maxxis Dissector 29 x 2.4", Maxx Grip, DD, TR

Complete Bike:

36 lbs 3 oz for Medium

Frame:

Cassidy Alloy V1

Color:

Tan

Rear Shock:

RockShox Super Deluxe Select+

Suspension Fork:

RockShox ZEB R, 180 mm, 44 mm offset

KEY FEATURES:

Split Pivot Suspension System

• Allows us to tune the pedaling and braking forces independently
• Maximizes pedaling and braking performance without compromising either
• Results in optimal pedaling efficiency and traction when braking

Split Pivot +

• Multiple travel classes in one chassis provides riders with the opportunity to adapt their bikes to various adventures

Flip Chip

• Provides the ability to alternate wheel and tire sizes
• Riders can adjust for their terrain, or desired handling characteristics

Suspension Kinematics

• Lively, responsive ride feel with good bottom-out resistance
• Free, active, and uniform suspension feel under braking
• Efficient pedaling, stellar climbing traction, supple small-bump performance
• Tunable for all riders

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.

On-Bike Storage

• Adventures require gear and riders should get to choose whether they carry it on their bike or on their body

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

Split Pivot Rear Suspension

Split Pivot provides a host of impressive suspension characteristics because the system isolates pedaling forces and braking forces from each other, allowing us to tune and optimize the bike for both independently. The concentric rear axle pivot, in conjunction with precise wheel link, brake link, and control link placement, results in excellent bump compliance and pedaling efficiency, smooth and predictable braking throughout travel, and maximum traction

Split Pivot+ Design Methodology

The Split Pivot+ design methodology allows our engineers to optimize a frame for more than one travel class. This means that Cassidy riders can swap control and shock links, in addition to the rear shock and fork, to switch travel to Blackthorn's 140 mm rear and 160 mm front capability. One frame, multiple bikes

Progressive Leverage Rate

Progressive from start to finish, Cassidy's leverage rate is tuned for speed. It delivers supple small-bump action early for a smooth ride at high speed; a consistent and supportive feel through the mid-stroke for popping, pumping, and holding up to high-G corners; and continued progression through the end-stroke to provide plenty of support for big hits and recovering from poor line choices

Flip Chip 2.0

Integrated into the shock link mount, Flip Chip 2.0 allows simple, quick adjustments to bottom bracket height and head tube angle to account for the rider's personal preference, terrain, or wheel size and tire diameter

EPS Carbon Main Triangle with Carbon Seatstays and Aluminum Chainstays

EPS construction allows for greater manufacturing control, smooth surfacing, a simplified bottom bracket junction, and an integrated shock mount. Carbon fiber material offers improved stiffness, better vibration damping, excellent toughness and weight savings compared to other materials. 6066-T6 aluminum heat-treated chainstays add durability

Top Tube Accessory Mounts

Top tube mounts accommodate K-Edge Top Tube Mount for bike computers or the Salsa EXP Series Direct Mount Top Tube Bag

Down Tube Three-Pack Mounts

Three-Pack mounts on down tube accommodate a large water bottle on the lower pair and a frame-mounted pump bracket on the upper pair

Integrated Repair Kit Location

Located in front of the rear shock in the front triangle, we provide a dedicated place for a small repair kit, tube, or bag of gummies. No more loading up your pockets or strapping the essentials to random spots on the frame and damaging the frame finish. Carbon frames feature an integrated reinforced slot and frame protection. Aluminum frames feature a machined strap slot. The slot is sized to accommodate most ¾"- to 1"-wide straps. A Salsa Tube Strap is included with each frame (the Salsa Tube Strap is for use with tubes only)

Accommodates a 26 oz Bottle

All Cassidy sizes accept a standard 26 oz water bottle within the front triangle

Internal Sleeved Cable Routing

Internal tubes guide housing through the frame, simplifying setup and maintenance, and creating a clean bike profile

Stealth Dropper Post Routing

Compatible with 30.9mm dropper posts for true trail bike performance

Molded Frame Protection

Molded rubber down tube, seat tube, chainstay, and seatstay guards protect your frame from impacts and abrasion

Versatile Tire Fit

Spec'd with a 29 x 2.5" tire up front and a 29 x 2.4" in the rear, Cassidy is also capable of running up to 29 x 2.6" or 27.5 x 2.8-3.0" wheels and tires

Chain Guide-Compatible

Cassidy frames features ISCG-05 mounts for chain guides (removable on carbon frames)

Remote Lockout Ready

Cassidy comes equipped for remote lockout, with cable routing to the rear shock via a cable port on the drive side of the downtube that exits between the forward shock mounting plates.

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SUPPORTIVE DOCUMENTS:

Click for Bicycle Owner's Manual

Click for ASTM 4 Framesheet

Click for Gen 4 Split Pivot Suspension Setup

Click for Main Pivot Instructions

Click for Control Link Pivot Instructions

Click for Rear Axle Pivots and Hanger Instructions

Click for Shock Mount Hardware Instructions

Click for Flip Chip 2.0 Shock Mount Hardware

Click for Blackthorn / Cassidy Conversions

Click for Cable Port Frame Plug Instructions

Click for ASTM Riding Conditions Classifications

Click for Gen 3 Link Bolt Type 1 Instructions