How to Choose a Gravel Bike
Salsa Journeyer Drop Bar ESSA 8 700c Bike
$1,299.00
This Salsa bike is your gateway to gravel riding. It has an approachable, adaptable platform loaded with features. The do-it-all nature gives riders the freedom to choose their journey.
Key Details
Wheel Size
700c
Number of Gears
8 gear(s)
- The stable-yet-sporty geometry is comfortable lining up at a gravel event, loading up for an overnighter or exploring dirt paths around town
- The ride is spirited when you want it to be but relaxed enough to leave you with the energy for long rides
- Inclusive fit and geometry for confidence on gravel
- 6061-T6 aluminum alloy
- Internal cable and dropper post routing
- Frame is compatible with tires up to 700c x 50 mm or 650b x 55 mm
- Fork is compatible with tires up to 700c x 56 mm or 650b x 58 mm
- Best in-class frame and fork cargo capacity; includes 1 Three-Pack mount on each fork leg, and accessory mounts on the top tube and underside of the down tube
- Fits 1–3 bottles in the triangle depending on the frame size
- Shimano ESSA 1 x 8 drivetrain with mechanical disc brakes
- 11–45T cassette with 40T chainring
- WTB ST i25 tubeless-ready wheels
- Teravail Updraft 700c x 45 mm wire-bead tires
- Teravail Radia stem and handlebar
- Pedals not included
- NOTE: Specs and images are subject to change based on component availability
Imported.
This bike comes with Coast to Coast Support, which includes:
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
View the Salsa Journeyer Product LineView all Salsa Gravel Bikes- 1 year of free adjustments (see more below)
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- Pickup in store or curbside
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- Free tubes with purchase of flat tire repair (Co-op Cycles brand tubes only; tube must be installed at time of purchase)
New bikes go through a normal break-in period, after which they should be readjusted. All bicycles sold at REI include free adjustments for one year after purchase date—as many times as you need. Included: derailleur and brake adjustments, lateral wheel truing, hub and headset bearing adjustments, tire inflation and chain lubrication. Not included: replacement or installation of new components or accessories, any other services. Call your local REI Co-op Bike Shop for more information.
| Best Use | Gravel Cycling |
|---|---|
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Fork | Aluminum |
| Crankset | Shimano ESSA U2000, 40T |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano UN300, square taper, 122.5 mm spindle |
| Shifters | Shimano ESSA U2030 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano ESSA U2000 |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano HG300-8, 11–45T, 8-speed |
| Number of Gears | 8 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Mechanical Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Shimano RS305 |
| Brake Levers | Shimano ESSA U2030 |
| Rims | WTB ST i25 |
| Front Hub | Novatec 12 x 100 mm |
| Rear Hub | Novatec 12 x 142 mm |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tires | Teravail Updraft, Durable casing, wire bead |
| Tire Width | 45 millimeters |
| Handlebar Shape | Drop Bar |
| Handlebar | Teravail Radia 12 |
| Stem | Teravail Radia |
| Seat Post | Teravail Stratum, 0° offset |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | FSA |
| Chain | KMC Z8 |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
Salsa Bikes (C03144)
| 49 CM | 51 CM | 53 CM | 55 CM | 57 CM | 60 CM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 4'8" - 5' | 4'11" - 5'3" | 5'2" - 5'7" | 5'5" - 5'10" | 5'8" - 6'1" | 6' - 6'5" |
| Reach | 366 | 369 | 372 | 376 | 387 | 409 |
| Stack | 510 | 528 | 552 | 570 | 599 | 627 |
| Effective Top Tube | 493 | 510 | 530 | 550 | 570 | 600 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 340 | 380 | 410 | 450 | 490 | 520 |
| Standover Height | 617 | 652 | 688 | 724 | 760 | 807 |
| Head Tube Length | 90 | 105 | 130 | 150 | 180 | 210 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 68.5 | 69.5 | 69.5 | 69.5 | 69.5 | 69.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 76 | 75 | 74 | 73 | 73 | 73 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 283 | 283 | 283 | 283 | 283 | 283 |
| Wheelbase | 1027 | 1028 | 1040 | 1051 | 1072 | 1104 |
| Chainstay | 440 | 440 | 440 | 440 | 440 | 440 |
| Fork Offset | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Sizing Notes
Measurements are stated in millimeters unless otherwise indicated.
How we measure bikes
- Standover Height Standover Height is a measurement from the ground to the top of the top tube, measured at the midpoint of the top tube.
- Reach Reach is the horizontal distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured at head tube level.
- Stack Stack is the vertical distance from the center of the cranks to the center of the head tube, measured to the top of the head tube.
- Effective Top Tube Effective top tube is the distance from the center of the head tube to the center of the seat tube/seat post, measured parallel to the ground.
- Seat Tube Center to Top Seat Tube length is the measurement of the seat tube, from the center of the cranks to the top of the seat tube.
- Head Tube Length Head Tube Length is measured from the bottom to the top of the head tube.
- Head Tube Angle Head Tube Angle is the acute angle between the head tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike)
- Seat Tube Angle Seat Tube Angle is the acute angle between the seat tube and the ground (measured towards the rear of the bike).
- Bottom Bracket Height Bottom Bracket Height is a measurement taken vertically from the ground up to the center of the cranks.
- Wheelbase Wheelbase is the measurement from the center of the front axle to the center of the rear axle.
- Chainstay Length Chainstay Length is the measurement from the center of the cranks to the center of the rear axle.
- Fork Offset Fork Offset, or rake, is the distance from the front axle to a line drawn parallel to the center of the head tube or steering axis.
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