Salsa Cycles | 2023 Rangefinder Deore 12 29

Built for riders ready to push deeper into the trail.

The Salsa Rangefinder Deore 12 29 is a trail hardtail designed for riders who want modern trail capability, confident handling, and dependable performance across everything from local singletrack loops to full-day off-road adventures.

Built around Salsa’s proven Rangefinder aluminum platform, the 2023 Rangefinder Deore 12 29 combines stable trail geometry, a 120mm air suspension fork, wide 29er tires, and Shimano’s Deore 12-speed drivetrain for confident climbing, predictable descending, and efficient trail performance. Unlike aggressive enduro-focused hardtails, the Rangefinder prioritizes versatility, comfort, and rider confidence while still remaining highly capable on technical terrain.

Key Features

• Modern Trail Hardtail Geometry
Stable and confidence-inspiring geometry improves rider control while climbing, descending, and navigating technical trail sections.

• 120mm Air Suspension Fork
Air-sprung suspension fork delivers improved comfort, traction, and adjustable trail performance across rough terrain.

• Shimano Deore 1x12-Speed Drivetrain
Wide-range Shimano Deore 12-speed gearing provides smooth shifting and excellent climbing capability across varied terrain.

• 29er Trail Wheel Platform
29-inch wheels paired with high-volume Maxxis Rekon tires improve rollover capability, traction, and momentum retention on technical trails.

• Dropper Post Equipped
Included TranzX dropper post improves descending confidence and technical trail control straight out of the box.

Technical Specifications

• Category
Trail Hardtail Mountain Bike

• Discipline
MTB

• Frame
Rangefinder Aluminum

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

• Headset
FSA Orbit NO.57E 1.5 ZS

• Drivetrain
Shimano Deore 1x12-Speed

• Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore M6100 SGS

• Shifter
Shimano Deore M6100

• Crankset
Shimano MT501, 30t, Shimano BB52 BSA Bottom Bracket

• Cassette
Shimano Deore M6100 10–51t, 12-Speed

• Chain
Shimano Deore M6100

• Brakes
Shimano MT200 OR Promax DSK-925

• Rotors
Shimano RT10 Center Lock Rotors (160 mm)

• Front Wheel
Shimano MT400 Center Lock 15 x 110 mm Hub, WTB ST i30 32h 29" Rim

• Rear Wheel
Shimano MT401 Center Lock 10 x 141 mm QR Hub, WTB ST i30 32h 29" Rim

• Front Tire
Maxxis Rekon 29 x 2.6", EXO Wire Bead (Not Tubeless Compatible)

• Rear Tire
Maxxis Rekon 29 x 2.6", EXO Wire Bead (Not Tubeless Compatible)

• 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

• Grips
Salsa File Tread

• Seatpost
TranzX YSP18PLQ 100 x 361 mm XS–SM; 130 x 425 mm MD–XL

• Saddle
WTB Volt Medium, Steel, 142 x 265 mm

• Weight
32 lb 4 oz (with tubes, no pedals) for Medium

• Color Options
Alloy Tan (#B89C72)

Geometry

Built for riders looking to develop confidence on technical trails while maintaining comfort and versatility for long off-road rides.