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SalsaFirestarter Steel Bikepacking Fork
Salsa's Firestarter fork is designed to get you and all your gear into the backcountry. Featuring a full compliment of mounts, including mid-blade rack mounts, dual rack and fender mounts at the dropouts, and Anything Cage mounts that also accept standard bottle cages.
The Firestarter is suspension corrected to 100mm travel, keeping most stock geometries intact, and is designed specifically for the 2014 Salsa Fargo.
The Firestarter is suspension corrected to 100mm travel, keeping most stock geometries intact, and is designed specifically for the 2014 Salsa Fargo.
- 29" steel rigid mountain fork
- 1-1/8" steertube
- 51mm IS disc mounts
- Mid-blade rack mounts and Anything Cage mounts
- 483mm axle to crown
Specifications
Axle to Crown
483mm
Brake Type
Disc
Brake Use
Front
Color
Black, Blue
Crown Race
30.0mm
Fork Rake
45mm
Front Axle Type
9x1 (Standard Quick Release)
Front Hub Spacing
100mm
Material
Chromoly Steel
Steerer Tube
1-1/8" Threadless
Steerer Tube Length
300mm
Wheel Size
29" (700c)
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Customer Questions
Q.
asked by: a guest
I have a 2013 Jamis Dragon 650B frame that I believe requires a wider crown than this fork. If I were to use a different headset could it work?
I have a 2013 Jamis Dragon 650B frame that I believe requires a wider crown than this fork. If I were to use a different headset could it work?
A.
anwered by: jackivey
Sure, assuming the axle to crown length is close enough to your existing fork.
Sure, assuming the axle to crown length is close enough to your existing fork.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will you able to put a 180mm rotor on this fork?
Will you able to put a 180mm rotor on this fork?
A.
anwered by: mhutch
Sorry, Salsa lists the max rotor size at 160mm.
Sorry, Salsa lists the max rotor size at 160mm.
Q.
asked by: a guest
I want to use this on a 2011 Kona unit. The factory fork is 462 axle to crown, 45voffset. Is this fork a suitable replacement having a longer A to C measurement? Wondering how to ride. My reason for replacing is I want a fork with bottle mounts. Thanks
I want to use this on a 2011 Kona unit. The factory fork is 462 axle to crown, 45voffset. Is this fork a suitable replacement having a longer A to C measurement? Wondering how to ride. My reason for replacing is I want a fork with bottle mounts. Thanks
A.
anwered by: mhutch
You would need to check with Kona about the extended Axle to Crown measurement. Frames are often designed around a particular length fork and a longer fork could exert forces on the headtube beyond what the frame is designed for.
You would need to check with Kona about the extended Axle to Crown measurement. Frames are often designed around a particular length fork and a longer fork could exert forces on the headtube beyond what the frame is designed for.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will this fork work on a 2015 Specialized Rockhopper 29er? How much does the Fire Starter weigh?
Will this fork work on a 2015 Specialized Rockhopper 29er? How much does the Fire Starter weigh?
A.
anwered by: jackivey
If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement. It's weight is stated at 1190g. Thanks
If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement. It's weight is stated at 1190g. Thanks
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will this work with a Trek Superfly 5 ?
Will this work with a Trek Superfly 5 ?
A.
anwered by: canteau
If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement.
If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will this work with the g2 geometry on a Trek Marlin?
Will this work with the g2 geometry on a Trek Marlin?
A.
anwered by: canteau
If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement. The offset of the Salsa Firestarter fork is 45mm which could change the handling if your bike has a 51mm offset.
If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement. The offset of the Salsa Firestarter fork is 45mm which could change the handling if your bike has a 51mm offset.
Q.
asked by: gra...@....com
I can't find a photo of the backside of this fork. Is there only one set of anything cage mounts facing forward, or is there an additional set of anything cage mounts facing back, for a total of four cage mounts?
I can't find a photo of the backside of this fork. Is there only one set of anything cage mounts facing forward, or is there an additional set of anything cage mounts facing back, for a total of four cage mounts?
A.
anwered by: canteau
The Salsa Firtestarter fork has 1 set of 3-pack mounts on each leg.
The Salsa Firtestarter fork has 1 set of 3-pack mounts on each leg.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will this work for 2019 Cannondale Trail 7?
Will this work for 2019 Cannondale Trail 7?
A.
anwered by: canteau
If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement. The offset of the Salsa Firestarter fork is 45mm which could change the handling if your bike has a 51mm offset.
If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement. The offset of the Salsa Firestarter fork is 45mm which could change the handling if your bike has a 51mm offset.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will this work on a redline monocog flight 29er?
Will this work on a redline monocog flight 29er?
A.
anwered by: canteau
If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement. The offset of the Salsa Firestarter fork is 45mm which could change the handling if your bike has a 51mm offset.
If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement. The offset of the Salsa Firestarter fork is 45mm which could change the handling if your bike has a 51mm offset.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Can you use bolt on hubs with this fork?
Can you use bolt on hubs with this fork?
A.
anwered by: canteau
Sure as long as they are using a 9mm axle.
Sure as long as they are using a 9mm axle.
Q.
asked by: a guest
will 2011 promax hornet hydraulic disc brakes w/160 rotors fit on these forks?
will 2011 promax hornet hydraulic disc brakes w/160 rotors fit on these forks?
A.
anwered by: canteau
They should would as long as you have a 51mm IS adaptor.
They should would as long as you have a 51mm IS adaptor.
Q.
asked by: mattdrange
Hi there, what's the tire clearance on this fork? Thanks!
Hi there, what's the tire clearance on this fork? Thanks!
A.
anwered by: canteau
The Salsa Firestarter fork will clear 29x2.6" or 27.5x3.0" tires.
The Salsa Firestarter fork will clear 29x2.6" or 27.5x3.0" tires.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Do you ship to Chile?
Do you ship to Chile?
A.
anwered by: mwirth
I'm sorry but at this time we ship within the U.S. and Canada. Thanks!
I'm sorry but at this time we ship within the U.S. and Canada. Thanks!
Q.
asked by: a guest
Can I use a Blackburn bootlegger front rack on this fork
Can I use a Blackburn bootlegger front rack on this fork
A.
anwered by: mwirth
It should work without issue given the mounts. Though, we have not tried that exact combination. Thanks!
It should work without issue given the mounts. Though, we have not tried that exact combination. Thanks!
Q.
asked by: a guest
I have a 2011 cannondale flash. I would like to convert to a ridged fork. Would this fork work ?
I have a 2011 cannondale flash. I would like to convert to a ridged fork. Would this fork work ?
A.
anwered by: canteau
The axle to crown of the Salsa Firestarter fork is 483mm, you would want to compare that to your stock suspension fork.
You will also want to factor in the amount of sag which is typically 15-25% of the travel.
The axle to crown of the Salsa Firestarter fork is 483mm, you would want to compare that to your stock suspension fork.
You will also want to factor in the amount of sag which is typically 15-25% of the travel.
Q.
asked by: a guest
will this fit my Salsa Timberjack 27.5+
will this fit my Salsa Timberjack 27.5+
A.
anwered by: canteau
The Salsa Firestarter has a shorter axle to crown measurement than what the TimberJack is designed for, also the Firestarter is not designed for Boost hubs or 27.5 wheels
The Salsa Firestarter has a shorter axle to crown measurement than what the TimberJack is designed for, also the Firestarter is not designed for Boost hubs or 27.5 wheels
Q.
asked by: a guest
HI, will this work on a Kona unit frame?
HI, will this work on a Kona unit frame?
A.
anwered by: mwirth
From the look of it, according to Kona's site, the Unit will accept a straight 1-1/8'' fork, so this will work just fine. Thanks!
From the look of it, according to Kona's site, the Unit will accept a straight 1-1/8'' fork, so this will work just fine. Thanks!
Q.
asked by: a guest
Would this fork fit on gt mountain bike?
Would this fork fit on gt mountain bike?
A.
anwered by: canteau
Yes, if the GT mountain bike is designed for 29" wheels, disc brakes, a suspension fork with 100mm of travel and an 1-1/8" threadless steerer tube.
Yes, if the GT mountain bike is designed for 29" wheels, disc brakes, a suspension fork with 100mm of travel and an 1-1/8" threadless steerer tube.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Would this be a good fork for a 2008 trek 69er project?
Would this be a good fork for a 2008 trek 69er project?
A.
anwered by: canteau
The Firestarter fork would be a great option for running rigid on the Trek, you will just want to make sure to match up the axle to crown lengths to make sure you preserve the geometry.
The Firestarter fork would be a great option for running rigid on the Trek, you will just want to make sure to match up the axle to crown lengths to make sure you preserve the geometry.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Would this be a good replacement for a Masi Giramondo 700? The stock fork has goofey mount
Would this be a good replacement for a Masi Giramondo 700? The stock fork has goofey mount
A.
anwered by: canteau
The Firestarter fork would be too tall for the Masi Giramondo. You might be able to use a Vaya fork depending the rake of the stock fork vs the Vaya fork.
The Firestarter fork would be too tall for the Masi Giramondo. You might be able to use a Vaya fork depending the rake of the stock fork vs the Vaya fork.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Would this work with a Trek x-caliber frame?
Would this work with a Trek x-caliber frame?
A.
anwered by: cjsears
This will fit on a Trek X-Caliber but you will need to pay attention as it may change the geometry and ride characteristics of the bike. Thanks
This will fit on a Trek X-Caliber but you will need to pay attention as it may change the geometry and ride characteristics of the bike. Thanks
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will this fit on an On One Inbred 29er frame?
Will this fit on an On One Inbred 29er frame?
A.
anwered by: cjsears
Yes, from the information I was able to find the Salsa Firestarter fork should work on an On One Inbred 29er frame. Thanks
Yes, from the information I was able to find the Salsa Firestarter fork should work on an On One Inbred 29er frame. Thanks
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will this fork work on the El Mariachi?
Will this fork work on the El Mariachi?
A.
anwered by: t.young
You should use the Cro Moto Grande fork instead.
You should use the Cro Moto Grande fork instead.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Will this fork work on a niner air 9?
Will this fork work on a niner air 9?
A.
anwered by: t.young
Possibly, if the axle to crown dimension is similar. Depending on the fork, you may have to change the headset lower to accommodate the straight steerer tube of this fork.
Possibly, if the axle to crown dimension is similar. Depending on the fork, you may have to change the headset lower to accommodate the straight steerer tube of this fork.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Can I fit this bad boy on my Vaya 3?
Can I fit this bad boy on my Vaya 3?
A.
anwered by: t.young
The axle to crown is a lot longer on this fork, I wouldn't recommend it.
The axle to crown is a lot longer on this fork, I wouldn't recommend it.
Q.
asked by: a guest
Would this also work for a 650b mountain bike with 100mm suspension fork?
Would this also work for a 650b mountain bike with 100mm suspension fork?
A.
anwered by: t.young
Possibly, depending on the stock fork's axle to crown measurement. This fork could throw the geometry off.
Possibly, depending on the stock fork's axle to crown measurement. This fork could throw the geometry off.
Q.
asked by: a guest
What is the rake on this fork? It's built for a Fargo, but will it work on my 2011 Va
What is the rake on this fork? It's built for a Fargo, but will it work on my 2011 Va
A.
anwered by: t.young
Rake is 45mm. If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement.
Rake is 45mm. If the axle to crown length on your current fork is the same or very close to this fork, it could work as a replacement.
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