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2022 Salsa Rangefinder Deore 12 27.5+

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Original MSRP
$1,499.00
Sizes
XS, S, M, L, XL
Colors
Dark Red
Weight
32 lb 10 oz (with tubes, no pedals) for Medium
Geometry
5 manufacturer sizes · Ride analysis
Archive ID
900000600

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What the specifications mean

Derived from the archived manufacturer recordHow Velopedia reads these specifications →

The fork provides the documented suspension, so fork setup and rear-tire pressure are the main adjustments for balancing the two ends of the bike. Both 27.5- and 29-inch wheels appear in the record, but it does not establish a mixed front/rear build; confirm the correct diameter for the selected frame size. The 510% cassette range describes the available gearing more clearly than the component-group name alone.

Suspension setup Front only Fork settings affect the front while rear-wheel behavior remains dependent on tire and wheel setup.
Wheel system 27.5 / 29 options Both diameters are documented, but the archive does not prove a mixed front/rear setup.
Gearing 510% cassette range Calculated from the published 10–51-tooth sprocket span.
Tire setup Tubeless-ready The rims and tires may support tubeless use, but the bike may still be running tubes.

Used-bike inspection

If you’re buying this bike used

Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.

Follow the full used-bike inspection order →
  • FrameLook closely for dents and hairline cracks around welds, the head tube and bottom-bracket area. Cosmetic scratches matter less than a change in shape or a crack line.Inspect the frame and fork →
  • BrakesTest each brake separately and confirm it stops firmly and releases cleanly. Inspect the pads and braking surfaces for wear or contamination, and check the cables or hoses for damage.Inspect the brakes →
  • SuspensionAsk when the fork was last serviced. Check the stanchions for damage, look for oil at the seals and make sure the fork moves smoothly without bushing play.Evaluate the suspension →
  • DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 12-speed system.Check drivetrain wear →
  • Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads. If it is set up tubeless, confirm both tires hold pressure and ask when the sealant was last refreshed.Check wheels and tires →
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Archived: 2022 Salsa Rangefinder Deore 12 27.5+ · Mountain · Published sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL

Archived: Frame: Rangefinder Aluminum · Fork: SR Suntour XCR34 Boost, Air, LOR, DS, 120 mm OR RST Aerial 110-15, Air, TNL, 120 mm

Archived: Fork: SR Suntour XCR34 Boost, Air, LOR, DS, 120 mm OR RST Aerial 110-15, Air, TNL, 120 mm

Archived: Shifters: Shimano Deore M6100 · Rear derailleur: Shimano Deore M6100 SGS · Crankset: Shimano MT501, 30t, Shimano BB52 BSA bottom bracket · Cassette: Shimano Deore M6100 10–51t, 12-speed · Chain: Shimano Deore M6100

Archived: Brakes: Brake Calipers: Shimano MT200 OR Promax DSK-925; Rotors: Shimano RT10 Center Lock rotors (160 mm)

Archived: Wheel size: 27.5"; 29" · Front tire: Maxxis Rekon 27.5 x 2.8", EXO Wire Bead (not tubeless compatible) · Rear tire: Maxxis Rekon 27.5 x 2.8", EXO Wire Bead (not tubeless compatible)

Controls and contact points

Archived: Headset: FSA Orbit NO.57E 1.5 ZS · Handlebar: Salsa Salt Flat 31.8, 750 mm width XS–SM; Salsa Rustler 31.8, 800 mm width M–XL · Stem: Salsa Guide 31.8, 60 mm · Seatpost: TranzX YSP18PLQ 100 x 361 mm XS–SM; 130 x 425 mm MD–XL · Saddle: WTB Volt Medium, Steel, 142 x 265 mm

Before and during the test ride

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Interpretation based on the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.

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Manufacturer catalog

Published sizes and colors

5 sizes · 1 color

Manufacturer-published sizes and colors; availability and exact size/color pairings may vary by market or production run.

Published sizes

XSSMLXL

Published colors

Dark Red

Frameset

Frame ConstructionRangefinder Aluminum
Frame MaterialAluminum
ForkSR Suntour XCR34 Boost, Air, LOR, DS, 120 mm OR RST Aerial 110-15, Air, TNL, 120 mm

Drivetrain

ShiftersShimano Deore M6100
Front DerailleurN/A
Rear DerailleurShimano Deore M6100 SGS
CranksetShimano MT501, 30t, Shimano BB52 BSA bottom bracket
CassetteShimano Deore M6100 10–51t, 12-speed
ChainShimano Deore M6100

Brakes

BrakesBrake Calipers: Shimano MT200 OR Promax DSK-925; Rotors: Shimano RT10 Center Lock rotors (160 mm)

Cockpit & Contact Points

HeadsetFSA Orbit NO.57E 1.5 ZS
HandlebarSalsa Salt Flat 31.8, 750 mm width XS–SM; Salsa Rustler 31.8, 800 mm width M–XL
StemSalsa Guide 31.8, 60 mm
SaddleWTB Volt Medium, Steel, 142 x 265 mm
SeatpostTranzX YSP18PLQ 100 x 361 mm XS–SM; 130 x 425 mm MD–XL

Wheels & Tires

Front TireMaxxis Rekon 27.5 x 2.8", EXO Wire Bead (not tubeless compatible)
Rear TireMaxxis Rekon 27.5 x 2.8", EXO Wire Bead (not tubeless compatible)
Wheel Size27.5"; 29"

Size-specific frame data

Geometry

5 sizes · 16 measurements

Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.

MeasurementX-SmallSmallMediumLargeX-Large
Seat tube355 mm381 mm431 mm470 mm508 mm
Effective top tube568.2 mm590.5 mm614.8 mm643.5 mm670.1 mm
Head tube95 mm100 mm105 mm115 mm125 mm
Head-tube angle68°68°68°68°68°
Seat-tube angle74°74°74°74°74°
Chainstay / rear center439 mm439 mm439 mm439 mm439 mm
Wheelbase1100.6 mm1123.4 mm1148.3 mm1178 mm1205.8 mm
Bottom-bracket drop58 mm58 mm58 mm58 mm58 mm
Reach395 mm416 mm439 mm465 mm489 mm
Stack605.6 mm610.2 mm614.9 mm624.2 mm633.4 mm
Standover height678.6 mm698.3 mm737.2 mm769.1 mm798.7 mm
Fork offset / rake46 mm46 mm46 mm46 mm46 mm
Fork length / axle-to-crown510 mm510 mm510 mm510 mm510 mm
Crank length170 mm170 mm175 mm175 mm175 mm
Stem length60 mm60 mm60 mm60 mm60 mm
Handlebar width750 mm750 mm800 mm800 mm800 mm

Geometry source: Manufacturer HTML geometry table ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.

Geometry interpretation

What this geometry means

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Medium geometry

Riding position

The 614.9 mm stack is tall relative to the 439 mm reach, pointing to a more upright front-end position rather than an especially long, low cockpit.

Handling tendencies

A 68° head angle combined with a 1148.3 mm wheelbase points to quicker-steering and more responsive steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes.

Archive context

Its wheelbase of 1148.3 mm sits toward the shorter end. The head angle of 68° sits toward the steeper end. The seat angle of 74° sits toward the more relaxed end.

Compared with 27 distinct mountain geometries in the Medium-equivalent size cohort from model years 2021–2024 in the Velopedia archive.

Across the size range

From X-Small to X-Large, reach grows by 94 mm and stack by 27.8 mm, showing how the frame becomes both longer and taller through the published size range. The rear center stays essentially constant at about 439 mm across sizes, so most of the wheelbase growth happens in the front half of the bike rather than by lengthening the rear triangle.

Geometry describes frame proportions and likely tendencies, not a ride test. Rider proportions, cockpit setup, tires, suspension settings, wheel configuration, and component choices can materially change how a bicycle fits and feels.

Gallery

Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.

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