SALSA CYCLES RANGEFINDER DEORE 11 27.5+ | The perfect bike for your first serious trail ride
Reassuring 27.5+ tires and a full set of features. A hardtail MTB that naturally expands the fun of trail riding.
Whether it's a holiday ride on your local satoyama trails or a weekend trip to a slightly more distant trail, the SALSA CYCLES RANGEFINDER DEORE 11 27.5+ is a hardtail MTB that makes trail riding more accessible and more enjoyable.
It features a 6061-T6 double/triple-butted aluminum frame, 120mm travel suspension fork, and a dropper post as standard equipment. The modern trail geometry with a long top tube and short stem combines stability on descents with easy handling.
The 27.5 x 2.8 inch plus tires provide high traction and cushioning. They offer stability even on rough sections with continuous roots and rocks, allowing less experienced riders to choose their lines with confidence.
The drivetrain features Shimano Deore 1x11 speed, offering an easy-to-use gear range and high reliability, enabling a rhythmic ride from climbs to descents.
Furthermore, it offers excellent cargo capacity with bottle mounts, top tube mounts, and rear rack compatibility. This expands its versatility beyond trail riding to forest road touring and lightweight bikepacking.
Features
- Lightweight and durable 6061-T6 double/triple-butted aluminum frame
- Stable trail geometry with a long top tube + short stem + 439mm chainstay
- Equipped with 120mm travel suspension fork
- High front end stiffness with thru-axle
- TranzX dropper post as standard equipment (stealth routing compatible)
- High grip and stability with 27.5 x 2.8 inch plus tires
- Shimano Deore 1x11 drivetrain
- Full-length cable routing
- Two bottle cage mounts
- Top tube mount (EXP series compatible)
- Accessory mount under the downtube
- Rear rack compatible (when using a Rack-Lock seat post clamp)
- Dual wheel design compatible with 29-inch and 27.5+ wheels
SPECIFICATIONS
- Frame: 6061-T6 Aluminum (double/triple-butted)
- Fork: 120mm travel suspension fork (thru-axle)
- Wheel size: 27.5+
- Standard tire: 27.5 x 2.8 inches
- Compatible tire sizes: 27.5 x 2.8-3.0 inches / up to 29 x 2.6 inches
- Drivetrain: Shimano Deore 1x11 speed
- Dropper post: TranzX (30.9mm)
The RANGEFINDER DEORE 11 27.5+ is a recommended bike for those looking to get serious about trail riding.
With a 120mm fork and dropper post equipped from the start, you can feel secure on steep descents. The dropper post, in particular, significantly increases freedom on descents.
The 27.5+ tires are easier to handle than they look, and you'll feel that the tires firmly support you even if you slightly stray from your line. This setup makes it easier to enjoy the ride itself without feeling unnecessary tension on the trail.
It also retains the direct acceleration feel characteristic of a hardtail, making climbs light and efficient. I believe this model will be a long-term companion, from your trail debut to your progression as a rider.
