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2009 Salsa Big Mama

Velopedia Archive ID 18400

Overview

Model year	2009
Brand	Salsa
Model	Big Mama
Bicycle type	Mountain bike, front & rear suspension
Archive ID	18400
Colors	Orange Funk
Sizes	Small, medium, large, xlarge
Weight	29.5 lb

Frameset

Frame construction	TIG-welded
Frame material	Scandium w/AL-7000 linkage
Fork	Fox F29RL, 100mm travel
Fork material	Magnesium/aluminum, single crown
Rear shock	Fox Float RP2, 4" travel

Drivetrain

Component group	Shimano XT
Shifters	Shimano XT Rapid Fire
Front derailleur	Shimano XT
Rear derailleur	Shimano XT
Crankset	Race Face Deus, 22/32/44 teeth
Bottom bracket	Race Face X-Type
Cassette	Shimano XT
Rear cogs	9-speed, 11 - 34 teeth
Chain	Shimano HG93

Brakes

Brakes	Shimano XT Disc w/180mm Rotor front/Shimano XT Disc w/160mm Rotor rear brakes, Shimano XT hydraulic levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset	1 1/8" Cane Creek S-3
Handlebar	Salsa ProMoto Flat
Handlebar extensions	Not included
Stem	Race Face Deus XC 31.8
Saddle	WTB Rocket V
Seatpost	Race Face Deus XC, 31.6mm diameter

Wheels & tires

Hubs	Shimano XT 6-bolt disc
Rims	Salsa Semi 29'er Disc, 32-hole/36-hole
Spokes	DT Swiss stainless, 14/15ga. (2.0/1.8mm) butted
Spoke nipples	Brass
Front tire	29 x 2.35" Kenda Nevegal
Wheel size	29" wheels

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on September 23, 2026.