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Sep 9, 2025 8:27 PM

Salsa Notch 160 Deore 12 Electric Mountain Bike (Silver)

$3,600

$5,999

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REI Co-op has the Salsa Notch 160 Deore 12 Electric Mountain Bike (Silver) on sale for $3599.93. Select free store pickup where available.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Rokket for posting this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location. Bikes usually take 1-2 additional days to assemble but can take longer during busy periods. We'll email you when yours is ready.

Features:
  • 6061-T6 alloy frame with high-modulus carbon fiber control link
  • Split Pivot+ frame design allows riders to swap between travel classes
  • Split Pivot suspension design with 160 mm of efficient rear travel plus a RockShox Domain Gold RC fork for 170 mm travel up front
  • Bosch Performance Line CX class 1 mid-drive motor with smart system (20 mph/32 kph max assist)
  • 85 Nm max torque
  • 500 Wh Bosch PowerTube battery fully enclosed in down tube
  • Compatible with 250 Wh Bosch PowerPack range-extender battery (not included)
  • Bosch top tube System Controller and handlebar Mini Remote
  • 29 x 2.6 in. tire clearance
  • Tool and tube mount on underside of top tube
  • All sizes fit 1 bottle or Bosch PowerPack range-extender battery (not included)
  • Frame protection in high-wear areas (down tube, main pivot, seatstay, and chainstay)
  • Pedals not included
  • NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
This e-bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
  • 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
  • In-store bike assembly
  • Pickup in store or curbside
  • Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
REI Co-op Members get more:
  • An additional year of free adjustments on e-bikes
  • 20% off shop services
  • Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)

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Written by SubZero5 | Staff

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Written by Rokket | Staff
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REI Co-op has the Salsa Notch 160 Deore 12 Electric Mountain Bike (Silver) on sale for $3599.93. Select free store pickup where available.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Rokket for posting this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location. Bikes usually take 1-2 additional days to assemble but can take longer during busy periods. We'll email you when yours is ready.

Features:
  • 6061-T6 alloy frame with high-modulus carbon fiber control link
  • Split Pivot+ frame design allows riders to swap between travel classes
  • Split Pivot suspension design with 160 mm of efficient rear travel plus a RockShox Domain Gold RC fork for 170 mm travel up front
  • Bosch Performance Line CX class 1 mid-drive motor with smart system (20 mph/32 kph max assist)
  • 85 Nm max torque
  • 500 Wh Bosch PowerTube battery fully enclosed in down tube
  • Compatible with 250 Wh Bosch PowerPack range-extender battery (not included)
  • Bosch top tube System Controller and handlebar Mini Remote
  • 29 x 2.6 in. tire clearance
  • Tool and tube mount on underside of top tube
  • All sizes fit 1 bottle or Bosch PowerPack range-extender battery (not included)
  • Frame protection in high-wear areas (down tube, main pivot, seatstay, and chainstay)
  • Pedals not included
  • NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
This e-bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
  • 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
  • In-store bike assembly
  • Pickup in store or curbside
  • Bike experts available at 170+ bike shops
REI Co-op Members get more:
  • An additional year of free adjustments on e-bikes
  • 20% off shop services
  • Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff

Original Post

Written by Rokket | Staff

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Sep 9, 2025 8:51 PM
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Sep 9, 2025 9:31 PM
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em3e3Sep 9, 2025 9:31 PM
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Where is the money in this bike? Not in the shimano or WTB parts. Maybe the fork, maybe the rear shock. Definitely some in the motor and battery. But should it be?
Sep 9, 2025 9:33 PM
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zopiSep 9, 2025 9:33 PM
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Quote from InsanityTavern View quoted comment :
No bike is worth 4k this is nuts
Do you know much about the market in new e-mountain bikes?

If you did, you'd know that 4k is on the low side. I'd guess most of these bikes go for 4k-12k during the autumn when they are selling out this years / last years models.
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Sep 9, 2025 9:53 PM
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samGD3Sep 9, 2025 9:53 PM
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This or 2004 honda civic?
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Sep 9, 2025 10:01 PM
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squatchySep 9, 2025 10:01 PM
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Be aware, these things have really long Reach (look at the geometry). I'd probably size down.
Sep 9, 2025 10:04 PM
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th3g3ntl3manSep 9, 2025 10:04 PM
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Quote from em3e3 View quoted comment :
Where is the money in this bike? Not in the shimano or WTB parts. Maybe the fork, maybe the rear shock. Definitely some in the motor and battery. But should it be?
This reviewer called it "budget spec".

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haEWyYh8rjo​
Sep 9, 2025 10:05 PM
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th3g3ntl3manSep 9, 2025 10:05 PM
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Quote from zopi View quoted comment :
Do you know much about the market in new e-mountain bikes?

If you did, you'd know that 4k is on the low side. I'd guess most of these bikes go for 4k-12k during the autumn when they are selling out this years / last years models.
That's true, but what's the point for a very heavy (61 lb.) bike for a serious mountain biker?

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Sep 9, 2025 10:09 PM
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zopiSep 9, 2025 10:09 PM
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Quote from th3g3ntl3man View quoted comment :
That's true, but what's the point for a very heavy (61 lb.) bike for a serious mountain biker?
I hear you. I just looked up the specs myself. It's a heavy and long bike. Not what I'm looking for.

That said, some "serious" mountain bikers just want a nice ride, cross country, and like that an ebike can allow them to have a longer day riding.

I send ppl to Orbea all the time, but their bikes cost nearly twice as much and and def better spec'd, but that might not make a difference for the casual mountain biker.
Sep 9, 2025 10:15 PM
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skardemSep 9, 2025 10:15 PM
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This is the best bike for beginners to try out EMTB.
1. Alloy is better than carbon for most on emtb. (I have broken 2 carbon frames and will never buy carbon again. No manufacture warranty will save you.)
2. REI has a 1 year return policy on emtb.
3. Bosch is the most reliable motor.

If money is not an concern then the Levo Comp Alloy 4 is what I bought.
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Sep 9, 2025 10:22 PM
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DeanWormerSep 9, 2025 10:22 PM
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The lower spec cues is also on sale in size L and XL https://www.rei.com/product/22768...ntain-bike.
Sep 9, 2025 10:25 PM
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Sep 9, 2025 10:38 PM
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bugnutsSep 9, 2025 10:38 PM
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this is one of the cheapest Bosch emtb you will find right now, Alot of non bikers with opinions in here. I understand it might seem like a lot to those who do not follow the emtb space but this is a good budget spec for the price!
Sep 9, 2025 10:39 PM
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crudo20Sep 9, 2025 10:39 PM
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Quote from sillar68 View quoted comment :
I'd rather have a Honda Ruckus and a non-E $1000 MTB
Why post here then if you're not looking for a emtb? I mean... makes as much sense if I were to go dog on a post for a Kotex sale.
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Sep 9, 2025 11:00 PM
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EchoTonySep 9, 2025 11:00 PM
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Pretty OK price for a nice motor. I can't say much about the bike itself, mid-grade parts throughout. But the Bosch CX motor is a solid performer with excellent reliability and support. Salsa makes great bikes and I would expect this to be a solid build.

The only negative that stands out is the battery being somewhat small at 500 mAh. 600 mAh or more are where most bikes are today. This is going to give you some range anxiety.
Last edited by EchoTony September 9, 2025 at 04:05 PM.

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