Salsa Cutthroat: A Bike Built For Adventure
The Salsa Cutthroat has made a name for itself by getting on podiums or outright winning the Tour Divide for the last several years. Of course it’s the rider atop the bike that makes the difference, but it’s telling that many riders are choosing the Cutthroat as their bike of choice for this challenging route. The Cutthroat is made for long days in the saddle and tackling any terrain you may encounter. Pavement, rutted double track, gravel, and single track trails are all perfectly suited surfaces for the Cutthroat. Salsa provides a range of build options for your budget and the Cutthroat is available in a frame only option as well.
Cycling Into Autumn: Our Favorite Bike Gear of 2024
Autumn is a great time to embark on cycling adventures through colorful forests along chilly paths! Cycling is a way to cover a lot of ground quickly, or to just play a different way. Here at Backpackers, a number of our gear testers and staff are passionate cyclists, and a handful enjoy bikepacking, mountain biking […]
Salsa Cycles: Adventure By Bike
If you love to ride bikes and get dirty then you have no doubt heard of Salsa Cycles. The brand has been around for a long time and their bikes have been to just about every corner of the world. Their motto is “Adventure By Bike” and this carries over into their design philosophy.
Find Inspiration in DreamRide, a Mountain Bike Fantasy [interview]
Watch DreamRide, get stoked, and read the in-depth interview with co-creators Mike Hopkins and Lacy Kemp. A mountain bike fantasy that can’t be missed.