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2023 Salsa Timberjack SLX 29
Mountain bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
- Original MSRP
- $2,099.00
- Sizes
- XS, S, M, L, XL
- Colors
- Army Green
- Weight
- 33 lbs 0 oz for Medium
- Geometry
- 5 manufacturer sizes · Ride analysis
- Archive ID
- 900000364
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Velopedia analysis
What the specifications mean
Suspension is concentrated at the fork, so fork setup and rear-tire pressure are the main tools for balancing front and rear behavior. 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.
Frame material
Aluminum / alloy
Dents and cracking around welds, pivots and loaded junctions deserve attention.
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.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 20 checks based on 6 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2023 Salsa Timberjack SLX 29 · Mountain · Published sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Timberjack Alloy V2 · Fork: RockShox 35 Silver TK, 130 mm, 44 mm offset
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: RockShox 35 Silver TK, 130 mm, 44 mm offset
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano Deore M6100 I-SPEC EV · Rear derailleur: Shimano SLX M7100 SGS · Crankset: Shimano MT510, 30t · Cassette: Shimano Deore M6100-12, 10–51t, 12-speed · Chain: Shimano Deore M6100
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Brake Calipers: Shimano MT401; Rotors: Shimano RT10 Center Lock (180 mm front, 160 mm rear)
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 29"; 27.5" · Front tire: Maxxis Minion DHF, 29 x 2.6", EXO, TR · Rear tire: Maxxis Rekon rear, 29 x 2.6", EXO, TR
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: FSA Orbit 1.5E ACB · Handlebar: Race Face Chester 35 · Stem: Salsa Guide Trail · Seatpost: TranzX YSI05 RAD+, Shimano MT500 lever, 30 mm travel adj · Saddle: WTB Volt 250 Steel
Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Interpretation based on the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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Frameset
| Frame Construction | Timberjack Alloy V2 |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | RockShox 35 Silver TK, 130 mm, 44 mm offset |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano Deore M6100 I-SPEC EV |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7100 SGS |
| Crankset | Shimano MT510, 30t |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100-12, 10–51t, 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano Deore M6100 |
Brakes
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Shimano MT401; Rotors: Shimano RT10 Center Lock (180 mm front, 160 mm rear) |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | FSA Orbit 1.5E ACB |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Race Face Chester 35 |
| Stem | Salsa Guide Trail |
| Saddle | WTB Volt 250 Steel |
| Seatpost | TranzX YSI05 RAD+, Shimano MT500 lever, 30 mm travel adj |
Wheels & Tires
| Front Tire | Maxxis Minion DHF, 29 x 2.6", EXO, TR |
|---|---|
| Rear Tire | Maxxis Rekon rear, 29 x 2.6", EXO, TR |
| Wheel Size | 29"; 27.5" |
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | X-Small | Small | Medium | Large | X-Large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 342.9 mm | 370 mm | 395 mm | 432 mm | 457.2 mm |
| Effective top tube | 570 mm | 594.1 mm | 615.3 mm | 639 mm | 659.3 mm |
| Head tube | 100 mm | 100 mm | 105 mm | 115 mm | 125 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° | 66.4° |
| Seat-tube angle | 75.1° | 75.1° | 75.1° | 75.1° | 75.1° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm | 420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1120 mm | 1142.5 mm | 1164.5 mm | 1180.5 mm | 1211.7 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 56.6 mm | 56.6 mm | 56.6 mm | 56.6 mm | 56.6 mm |
| Reach | 410.7 mm | 433.6 mm | 453.6 mm | 475.5 mm | 492.6 mm |
| Stack | 599 mm | 599 mm | 607.4 mm | 613.5 mm | 625.5 mm |
| Standover height | 702.9 mm | 722.6 mm | 742.1 mm | 772.1 mm | 792.9 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Fork length / axle-to-crown | 543 mm | 543 mm | 543 mm | 543 mm | 543 mm |
| Crank length | 165 mm | 165 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm | 180 mm |
| Stem length | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Handlebar width | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 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
X-Small geometry
Riding position
The 599 mm stack is tall relative to the 410.7 mm reach, pointing to a more upright front-end position rather than an especially long, low cockpit.
Handling tendencies
A 66.4° head angle combined with a 1120 mm wheelbase points to fairly neutral for modern mountain handling 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. A 420 mm rear center is compact, which tends to make rear-wheel weight shifts and tight direction changes easier than a long-rear-center layout.
Archive context
The chainstay of 420 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 56.6 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. Its wheelbase of 1120 mm sits somewhat shorter than typical.
Small geometry
Riding position
A 433.6 mm reach paired with 599 mm of stack gives this size a moderate frame proportion: roomy enough when standing without pushing strongly toward either a very low or very upright front end.
Handling tendencies
A 66.4° head angle combined with a 1142.5 mm wheelbase points to fairly neutral for modern mountain handling 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. A 420 mm rear center is compact, which tends to make rear-wheel weight shifts and tight direction changes easier than a long-rear-center layout.
Archive context
The chainstay of 420 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 56.6 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end. Its stack of 599 mm sits toward the lower end.
Medium geometry
Riding position
A 453.6 mm reach paired with 607.4 mm of stack gives this size a moderate frame proportion: roomy enough when standing without pushing strongly toward either a very low or very upright front end.
Handling tendencies
A 66.4° head angle combined with a 1164.5 mm wheelbase points to fairly neutral for modern mountain handling 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. A 420 mm rear center is compact, which tends to make rear-wheel weight shifts and tight direction changes easier than a long-rear-center layout.
Archive context
The chainstay of 420 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its stack of 607.4 mm sits toward the lower end. Its bottom-bracket drop of 56.6 mm sits toward the deeper-drop end.
Large geometry
Riding position
With 475.5 mm of reach and 613.5 mm of stack, the frame has a relatively long, low proportion that should leave plenty of room when standing and put the front end toward the lower side of modern mountain-bike fit.
Handling tendencies
A 66.4° head angle combined with a 1180.5 mm wheelbase points to fairly neutral for modern mountain handling 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. A 420 mm rear center is compact, which tends to make rear-wheel weight shifts and tight direction changes easier than a long-rear-center layout.
Archive context
The chainstay of 420 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its stack of 613.5 mm sits toward the lower end. Its wheelbase of 1180.5 mm sits toward the shorter end.
X-Large geometry
Riding position
With 492.6 mm of reach and 625.5 mm of stack, the frame has a relatively long, low proportion that should leave plenty of room when standing and put the front end toward the lower side of modern mountain-bike fit.
Handling tendencies
A 66.4° head angle combined with a 1211.7 mm wheelbase points to fairly neutral for modern mountain handling 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. A 420 mm rear center is compact, which tends to make rear-wheel weight shifts and tight direction changes easier than a long-rear-center layout.
Archive context
The chainstay of 420 mm sits toward the shorter rear-center end. Its stack of 625.5 mm sits toward the lower end. Its wheelbase of 1211.7 mm sits toward the shorter end.
Across the size range
From X-Small to X-Large, reach grows by 81.9 mm and stack by 26.5 mm, showing how the frame becomes both longer and taller through the published size range. The rear center stays essentially constant at about 420 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.