We take extra care to ensure your bike arrives ready to ride. Our meticulous build and testing process takes about 4 business days before your bike is ready to ship.
This attention to detail guarantees that your bike will be easy to assemble on arrival. Please note that most bikes do not come with pedals. To make the most of your new bike right away, be sure to select a pair of pedals when checking out and we will include them with the build!There are many kinds of roads gravel, rugged doubletrack, urban asphalt and Journeyer Claris 650b is built to make the most of each of them. With a fully redesigned aluminum frame and Fantail aluminum fork, its geometry is set up for comfort and confidence wherever you find yourself. Versatile features such as fender and rack mounts, Three Pack mounts, and plenty of space for bottles and accessories make it possible to use one bike for many missions. The 650b wheels and 47 mm tires have generous grip in loose conditions but roll fast enough to be your first choice for errands and commuting around town. Shimano's Claris 2 x 8-speed gearing is reliable and makes nearly any terrain possible. It''s our recipe for the perfect beginner gravel bike that won''t limit you only to gravel roads.
Journeyer is Salsa''s workhorse road and gravel adventure machine. This versatile platform is a gateway to gravel riding. The confidence of its redesigned aluminum frame and carbon fork attracts mixed-surface riders, while its cargo capacity appeals to bikepackers. Journeyer''s fender mounts, rack mounts, wheel size compatibility, and handlebar options suit riders seeking a do-it-all bike.
- 6061-T6 alloy frame
- 9 x 100 mm QR front, 10 x 135 mm QR rear
- Fantail fork fits tires up to 700c x 56 mm or 650b x 59 mm (27.5 x 2.3")
- Flat mount brakes
- Frame fits tires up to 700c x 50 mm or 650b x 55 mm (27.5 x 2.1")
- Internal cable routing with stealth dropper post routing
- Salsa Fantail aluminum fork with fender mounts, Three-Pack mounts, and mid-blade rack mounts
- Top tube and down tube accessory mounts on frame hold ride essentials
WARNING: Cycling involves risks. To ensure your safety, have your bike and its accessories assembled and serviced by a professional mechanic. Do not alter your bicycle or its components. Always adhere to the instructions and warnings provided, including those found on the manufacturer’s website. Inspect your bicycle thoroughly before each ride and always wear a helmet.