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2008 Salsa El Mariachi

Velopedia Archive ID 14403

Overview

Model year	2008
Brand	Salsa
Model	El Mariachi
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, non-suspension
Archive ID	14403
Colors	Ruby Rojo
Sizes	16", 18", 20", 22"

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	True Temper OX Platinum
Fork	Salsa CroMoto Grande
Fork material	True Temper OX Platinum, unicrown crown
Rear shock	N/A

Drivetrain

Component group	Mountain Mix
Shifters	SRAM X.9 Trigger
Front derailleur	N/A
Rear derailleur	SRAM X.9
Crankset	FSA V-Drive Mega EXO SS, 32 teeth
Bottom bracket	FSA Mega EXO
Cassette	SRAM PG-950
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	SRAM PC 951
Pedals	N/A

Brakes

Brakes	Avid BB-7 w/160mm rotor brakes, Avid FR-5 front/Avid FR- 5 rear levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" Cane Creek S-3
Handlebar	Salsa Moto Ace flat
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Salsa CroMoto S.U.L.
Saddle	WTB Rocket V Race
Seatpost	Salsa Shaft, 27.2mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano XT 6-bolt disc
Rims	Salsa Semi 29'er Disc, 32-hole
Spokes	DT Swiss Competition stainless steel, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) double-butted
Spoke nipples	DT Alloy
Front tire	29 x 2.55" WTB Weirwolf LT
Wheel size	29" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 7, 2026.