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Rustler C SLX

Name: Salsa Rustler C SLX 2023
Brand: Salsa

Salsa

Enduro

Rustler C SLX is a carbon enduro mountain bike (2023), from Salsa, part of the Rustler family. This setup will suit riders looking for a balanced off-road setup, with a balanced riding position, with a surface profile that is aimed at more technical trails and rougher terrain. Its profile is strongest in areas like strong climbing friendliness for sustained uphill riding and capable suspension support for rougher terrain. That said, compared with more specialized alternatives, the compromise is a firmer ride feel than comfort-first options and less emphasis on outright speed than speed-focused builds. Compare this bike on MatchBikes.com to similar enduro models.

6.6

Rating

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Score Summary

Performance

6.6

Value

5.6

Fit

7.4

Performance

Built for speed and efficiency

Speed

3.6

Very Low

Climbing Efficiency

9.3

Mountain Goat

Suspension

7.0

High-impact ready

Fit

Dialed-in Fit & Comfort

Riding Position

6.9

Balanced

Fit Flexibility

6.6

Moderately Adjustable

Ride Comfort

7.9

Race-Stiff

Value

Value for Money

5.6

Fair Value

Surface Range

Tech Trails

Specifications

General

Brand

Salsa

Model

Rustler C SLX

Year

2023

Price

$4,899

Weight

14.2 kg

Frame

Rustler Carbon V1

Suspension Fork

RockShox Lyrik Select+ RC, 150 mm, 37 mm offset

Rear Shock

Fox Float DPS Performance

Suspension Type

Full

Drivetrain

Shift Levers

Shimano SLX M7100

Rear Derailleur

Shimano SLX M7100 SGS

Cassette

Shimano Deore M6100, 10–51t, 12-speed

Crank

Shimano SLX M7100, 32t

Bottom Bracket

73mm BSA w/ ISCG-05 Mounts (Carbon frames feature removable ISCG-05 bracket)

Chain

Shimano Deore M6100

Wheels

Rims

Front: Shimano SLX M7110 15 x 110 mm hub, WTB ST Light i35 27.5" rim, Rear: Shimano SLX M7110 12 x 148 mm hub, WTB ST Light i35 27.5" rim

Tires

Maxxis DHF 27.5 x 2.6" front, Maxxis DHR II 27.5 x 2.6" rear, EXO, TR

Brakes

Brake Type

Hydraulic Disc

Brake Description

Shimano Deore M6120 four-piston, Shimano RT64 (Center Lock, 180 mm)

Cockpit

Stem

Salsa Guide Trail 50 mm

Handlebar

Race Face Aeffect R 35

Seat

Saddle

WTB Volt 250 Steel, 250 x 135 mm

Seatpost

TranzX YSI05, Shimano MT500 lever, 30 mm travel adjust (XS/SM 125 x409 mm, MD 150 x 459 mm, LG 170 x 499 mm, XL 200 x 559 mm)

Geometry

Measurement	XS	XS	SM	SM	MD	MD	LG	LG	XL	XL
Stack Reach Ratio	1.46 mm	1.49 mm	1.39 mm	1.41 mm	1.35 mm	1.37 mm	1.31 mm	1.33 mm	1.28 mm	1.3 mm
Bottom Bracket Height	339 mm	343 mm	339 mm	343 mm	339 mm	343 mm	339 mm	343 mm	339 mm	343 mm
Front Center	684 mm	688 mm	717 mm	721 mm	740 mm	744 mm	763 mm	767 mm	786 mm	790 mm
Rake	37 mm	37 mm	37 mm	37 mm	37 mm	37 mm	37 mm	37 mm	37 mm	37 mm
Trail	116 mm	119 mm	116 mm	119 mm	116 mm	119 mm	116 mm	119 mm	116 mm	119 mm
Stack	582 mm	586 mm	592 mm	595 mm	601 mm	604 mm	610 mm	613 mm	619 mm	623 mm
Reach	398 mm	393 mm	427 mm	422 mm	446 mm	441 mm	465 mm	460 mm	484 mm	478 mm
Top Tube Length	564 mm	565 mm	595 mm	597 mm	617 mm	618 mm	638 mm	640 mm	660 mm	661 mm
Seat Tube Angle	74.1 °	73.7 °	74.1 °	73.7 °	74.1 °	73.7 °	74.1 °	73.7 °	74.1 °	73.7 °
Seat Tube Length	368 mm	368 mm	406 mm	406 mm	432 mm	432 mm	470 mm	470 mm	508 mm	508 mm
Head Tube Angle	66.3 °	65.8 °	66.3 °	65.8 °	66.3 °	65.8 °	66.3 °	65.8 °	66.3 °	65.8 °
Head Tube Length	100 mm	100 mm	110 mm	110 mm	120 mm	120 mm	130 mm	130 mm	140 mm	140 mm
Chainstay Length	428 mm	428 mm	428 mm	428 mm	428 mm	428 mm	428 mm	428 mm	428 mm	428 mm
Wheelbase	1112 mm	1116 mm	1145 mm	1149 mm	1168 mm	1172 mm	1191 mm	1195 mm	1214 mm	1218 mm
Bottom Bracket Drop	16 mm	12 mm	16 mm	12 mm	16 mm	12 mm	16 mm	12 mm	16 mm	12 mm
Standover Height	703 mm	708 mm	707 mm	711 mm	707 mm	711 mm	707 mm	711 mm	707 mm	711 mm
Wheels	27"	27"	27"	27"	27"	27"	27"	27"	27"	27"
Rider Min Height	155 cm	155 cm	167 cm	167 cm	174 cm	174 cm	182 cm	182 cm	189 cm	189 cm
Rider Max Height	169 cm	169 cm	176 cm	176 cm	184 cm	184 cm	191 cm	191 cm	cm	cm