Overview
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Do you ever feel tempted by the rough-looking side roads and dirt detours you see while out riding? Journeyer Apex 1 650b is here to satisfy your curiosity. An all-new aluminum frame and our Waxwing carbon fork prioritize stability and comfort on all types of roads. We designed Journeyer with adventure-bike features, including fender, rack, and accessory mounts, plus Three-Pack mounts for extra supplies or camping gear. 650b wheels and high-volume 47 mm tires offer a large contact patch for great grip on loose surfaces.
SRAM’s Apex 1 drivetrain is a dependable ride partner with the gear range to take on hilly routes or downtown hustles. Journeyer has all the makings of an adventure bike — time to start planning your next getaway.
Features
- 6061-T6 alloy frame
- Frame fits tires up to 700c x 50 mm or 650b x 55 mm (27.5 x 2.1″)
- Waxwing fork fits tires up to 700c x 50 mm or 650b x 56.5 mm (27.5 x 2.25″)
- 12 x 100 mm thru-axle front, 12 x 142 mm thru-axle rear
- Salsa Waxwing carbon fork with fender mounts, Three-Pack mounts, mid-blade rack mounts, dynamo routing, and abrasion-resistant plate.
- Flat mount brakes
- Internal cable routing with stealth dropper post routing
- Top tube and down tube accessory mounts on frame hold ride essentials
- Compatible with 700c and 650b wheels and tires
Specs
Frameset
- Frame: Journeyer Drop-Bar Thru-Axle
- Fork: Waxwing
- Color: Silver
- Rear Shock: N/A
Drivetrain
- Front Derailleur: N/A
- Rear Derailleur: SRAM Apex 1
- Cassette: SRAM PG-1130, 11–42t, 11-speed
- Chain: SRAM PC-1110
- Crankset: SRAM Apex 1, 40t
- Shifter: SRAM Apex 1
- Brakes: Tektro MD-C550 brakes
- Rotors: Tektro TR160-22 rotors (6-bolt, 160 mm)
Components
- Headset: FSA NO.42 ACB IS-2
- Stem: Salsa Guide 31.8, 6-degree
- Handlebar: Salsa Cowbell 3, 31.8
- Grips / Bar Tape: Black Cork
- Seatpost: Salsa Guide 27.2 x 350 mm, 12 mm offset
- Saddle: WTB Volt Medium, Steel, 142 x 265 mm
- Seatclamp: Salsa Lip-Lock
Wheels
- Front Wheel: WTB Serra 12 x 100 mm hub, WTB ST i23 650b rim, 28h
- Rear Wheel: WTB Serra HG10 12 x 142 mm hub, WTB ST i23 650b rim, 28h
- Tires: Teravail Washburn, 650b x 47 mm, 60 tpi, Durable casing, tubeless ready
Weight
- Complete Bike Weight: 22 lb (56 cm, with pedals)
Warranty
Salsa’s bicycles fall between a 2 and 5 year warranty. Please see Salsa’s extensive warranty details to review their limitations.