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Salsa Fargo Apex 1 Bike
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A drop-bar mountain bike with huge tire clearance and cargo mounts galore, the Salsa Fargo Apex 1 is compatible with multiple wheel sizes and drivetrains, making it adaptable to every adventure.
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Wheel Size
29 inches
Number of Gears
11 gear(s)
- Triple-butted chromoly steel frame with split-able Alternator 1.5 dropouts allows for multiple drivetrain setups and belt drive compatibility
- Firestarter 110 Deluxe carbon fork features a 110 x 15 mm thru axle, 2 sets of Three-Pack mounts on each leg, mid-blade rack mounts, fender mounts and dynamo cable routing
- SRAM Apex 1 offers reliable shifting with the gear range to take on many adventures
- Durable, tubeless-ready 29 x 2.2 in. Teravail Sparwood tires were designed with off-road adventures, mixed terrain rides and bikepacking in mind
- Huge fork and frame clearance allows for up to 29 x 3.0 in. tires (up to 29 x 2.6 in. on X-Small frames), providing cushion for rugged roads
- Fargo geometry and spacing accommodates 27.5+, 29er and 29+ platforms, making it a highly capable bike that's ready for almost any endeavor
- Fender mounts on fork and frame let you add fenders (not included) for all-weather riding; 29 x 2.2 in. maximum tire clearance with fenders
- 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.
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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 Bikepacking |
|---|---|
| Frame | Fargo triple-butted chromoly steel |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Fork | Firestarter 110 Deluxe, carbon |
| Crankset | Truvativ Stylo 6K DUB, 32T |
| Shifters | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Rear Cogs | SRAM PG-1130, 11-42T |
| Number of Gears | 11 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Mechanical Disc Brake |
| Brakes | TRP Spyre-C (160 mm rotors) |
| Brake Levers | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Rims | WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0 32-hole |
| Front Hub | 15 x 110 mm WTB Serra |
| Rear Hub | 12 x 148 mm Serra hub |
| Wheel Size | 29 inches |
| Tires | Teravail Sparwood 29 x 2.2 in., durable, tubeless-ready |
| Tire Width | 2.2 inches |
| Handlebar Shape | Drop Bar |
| Handlebar | Salsa Cowchipper |
| Stem | Salsa Guide |
| Seat Post | Salsa Guide |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Steel SL medium |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | Cane Creek 40 |
| Chain | SRAM PC-1110 |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
Salsa Bikes (184742)
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 5'0''-5'4'' | 5'3''-5'9'' | 5'8''-6'0'' | 5'11''-6'3'' | 6'2''-UP |
| Reach | 350 | 364 | 368 | 385 | 409 |
| Stack | 594 | 615 | 643 | 671 | 690 |
| Effective Top Tube | 520 | 540 | 565 | 590 | 620 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 355.6 | 406.4 | 457.2 | 508 | 558.8 |
| Standover Height | 690 | 732 | 778 | 821 | 859 |
| Head Tube Length | 90 | 110 | 140 | 170 | 190 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 68.5 | 69 | 69 | 69 | 69 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 74 | 74 | 73 | 73 | 73 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| Wheelbase | 1050-1067 | 1067-1084 | 1083-1100 | 1110-1127 | 1141-1158 |
| Chainstay | 445-462 | 445-462 | 445-462 | 445-462 | 445-462 |
| Fork Offset | 51 | 51 | 51 | 51 | 51 |
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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Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Inseam:30"
Height:5'4"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
4 years ago
Yes , I recommend this product
Age:45–54
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Inseam:30"
Height:5'4"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week