2011 Salsa El Mariachi 29er

So Colonel did a blog on this bike a while back, but this hardtail has really caught my eye and is totally worthy of another shout out. The El Mariachi 29er offers up a solid ride that is nimble on tight switchbacks and super stable on fast descents. It's an all around great bike for someone who's looking for a steel frame hardtail for under two grand. Salsa calls the color of this frame "Charcoal Briquette". Don't let the name fool you though, the color is far from plain. It has an awesome metallic finish that sparkles in the sun.
Frame size: M/ 18"
$1749
Spec List:

* Frame – Salsa El Mariachi, Kung Fu tubing with Alternator dropout
* Fork – RockShox Reba RL Maxle 100mm
* Headset – Cane Creek S-3, custom for Salsa
* Stem – Salsa ProMoto
* Handlebar – Salsa Pro Moto 11-degree flat bar
* Brakes – Avid Elixir 5, 185mm front rotor, 160mm rear rotor
* Shifters – SRAM X.7 2x10 triggers
* Seatpost – Salsa Shaft
* Saddle – WTB Silverado custom for Salsa
* Cranks – FSA Comet 386 27/40T
* Cassette – SRAM PG-1050 12-36
* Chain – SRAM PC-1051
* Front Derailleur – SRAM X.7 double
* Rear Derailleur – SRAM X.9 10 speed
* Hubs – Formula sealed cartridge bearing, red anodized
* Spokes – DT Swiss Competition, black
* Rims – NoTubes Arch 29er
* Tires – WTB Bronson 29 x 2.3"