2026 Salsa Timberjack Deore 12 29 - Storm Blue

Timberjack Deore 12 can be multiple bikes. Its aluminum frame, trail geometry, and 140mm-RockShox Recon Silver RL all push you to push your limits and get playful on the trail. The multiple bottle and cargo mounts plus the versatility of our Alternator dropout system invite you to explore just how far you can take your Timberjack. Bikepacking? You bet. Single-speeding? Sure.

Shimano's Deore 12-speed drivetrain and four-piston brakes keep you confidently in control of the pace, whether picking your way up a steep, techy climb or bombing down a flowy line. We think this all adds up to make Timberjack the best hardtail mountain bike for riders who like a little of everything.

Features

On-Bike Storage

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

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.

Alternator Dropouts

• Adjusts chainstay length to modify ride traits and tire fit (with adjustable swing plates)
• Tensions chain for single-speed use (with adjustable swing plates)
• Gives riders upgrade options

Frame Specs

• Design Wheel/Tire Sizes Tire Size Range for 622/29" Wheels: 53-66 mm (2.1-2.6")
• Alternate Wheel/Tire Sizes Tire Size Range for 584/27.5" Wheels: 71 mm (2.8")
• Max Tire Outer Diameter 760.5 mm (29.95")
• Suspension Fork Length (Travel) 511-563 mm (100-150 mm travel)
• Rigid Fork Length 483-501 mm
• Fork Offset 42-51 mm
• Rear Spacing 148 mm
• Rear Axle Size M12 x 180L, TP = 1.5, TL = 20
• Rear Brake (Rotor) IS mount (180 mm max)
• Headset - Upper ZS44
• Headset - Lower ZS56
• Seatpost 30.9 mm
• Dropper Post Compatible Yes (internal)
• Seatpost Clamp 35 mm
• Front Derailleur Clamp NOT COMPATIBLE
• Derailluer Hanger Alternator 2.0 with UDH plates
• Bottom Bracket 73 mm BSA
• Crankset (Max Ring) 52 mm Boost chainline 1x only (34t)
• Accessory Mounts Accessory Mounts: Yes, one pair
  Downtube Accessory Mounts: Yes, one pair
  Top Tube Mounts: Yes, compatible with Salsa EXP Series Direct Mount Top Tube Bag
• Bottle Mounts XS = 1, SM-XL = 2
• Front Fender Mounts NOT COMPATIBLE
• Rear Fender Mounts NOT COMPATIBLE

Additional Features

6061-T6 Aluminum Tubing

Timberjack is built from our proprietary, top-shelf 6061-T6 aluminum tubing, which is double- and triple-butted in the main triangle for a light, responsive, and durable frame with great trail feel.

Timberjack Geometry

Our second-generation Timberjack geometry is longer, lower, and slacker for aggressive riding. A 66-degree head tube and long wheelbase make for a stable ride, while a long reach and steep (75-degree) seat tube balance weight distribution for efficient pedaling. Short chainstays (adjustable from 420-437 mm) keep the rear end nimble for responsive handling.

Alternator 2.0 UDH-compatible dropouts

The Alternator 2.0 dropout system on this Timberjack comes equipped with SRAM UDH-compatible, fixed-position dropout plates. Other Alternator 2.0 dropout plates (sold separately) allow for single-speed adjustability and accommodate different hub standards.

On-bike cargo

SM-XL frames have two bottle mounts-including a Three-Pack mount on the downtube-in the main triangle (XS frames have only the Three-Pack mount on the downtube). All sizes feature an accessory mount on the underside of the downtube, plus top tube mounts for our EXP-R Series Trillium Top Tube Bag means room for more ride essentials. Rear rack capability (with Salsa Rack-Lock seatpost collar) opens up possibilities for larger loads.

Full-length internal routing

Full-length internal routing for brake lines and shift cable housing means more reliable performance in sloppy conditions, simplified maintenance, and a better fit for frame bags.

Wheel and tire options

Timberjack is compatible with both 27.5 x 2.8" and 29 x 2.1-2.6" wheel and tire combinations.

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?? 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.