Salsa Journeyer Claris 650b Bike
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Your gateway to all-road adventures, the Salsa Journeyer Claris 650b bike is built for comfort and confidence on any road surface. Plus, its versatile cargo-carrying options extend your riding range.
Key Details
Wheel Size
650b
Number of Gears
16 gear(s)
- 6061-T6 aluminum frame and Salsa Fantail aluminum fork are lightweight and durable
- Internal cable routing—including stealth dropper post routing (dropper post not included)—keeps things clean
- Flat-mount mechanical disc brakes deliver confident performance in mixed terrain
- Versatile cargo-carrying options—including fork rack mounts, fender mounts and Three-Pack mounts—extend riding range and allow for many different missions
- Rack and fenders not included
- Water, tool and accessory mounts on frame and fork allow for longer rides (accessories not included)
- Comes with 650b wheels and tires; also compatible with 700c wheels and tires (not included)
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Frame | Journeyman QR aluminum |
| Fork | Fantail aluminum |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Crankset | Shimano TY501 46/30T |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano UN101 68 x 122.5 mm |
| Shifters | Shimano Claris R2000 |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano Claris R2000 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Claris R2000, Medium Cage |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano HG31 11-34T |
| Number of Gears | 16 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Mechanical Disc Brake |
| Brakes | Tektro MD-C310 Flat Mount |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Claris R2000 |
| Rims | WTB STi23 32 h 650b |
| Front Hub | Shimano HB-TX505 9 x 100 mm QR hub |
| Rear Hub | Shimano FH-TX505-8 10 x 135 mm QR hub |
| Wheel Size | 650b |
| Tires | Teravail Washburn, 650b x 47 mm, 30 TPI |
| Tire Width | 47 millimeters |
| Handlebar Shape | Drop Bar |
| Handlebar | Salsa Cowbell 3, 31.8 mm |
| Stem | Salsa Guide 31.8 mm, 6 degree |
| Seat Post | Salsa Guide 27.2 x 350 mm 12 mm offset |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Medium, steel, 142 x 265 mm |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | FSA NO.42 ACB IS-2 |
| Chain | KMC X8 |
| Weight | 26 pounds |
| Bike Weight | Bike weight is based on median size, as sold, or the average of two median sizes. |
| Gender | Unisex |
Salsa Bikes (184749, 184748)
| 49 CM | 51 CM | 53 CM | 55 CM | 57 CM | 60 CM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 4'8" - 4'11" | 4'11" - 5'2" | 5'2" - 5'6" | 5'5" - 5'9" | 5'8" - 6'0" | 6'0" - 6'4" |
| Reach | 366 | 368 | 372 | 376 | 387 | 408 |
| Stack | 510 | 528 | 552 | 570 | 598 | 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 |
| Wheelbase | 1027 | 1028 | 1040 | 1050 | 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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Deantroi
Occidental, California
Great bicycle
2 years ago
Without realizing it, this was the bike I have been looking for! The more sitting up trail bike/hybrid thing wasn't quite working for me..however, did like the fat tires off road aspect. In my younger days I was a road biker with the drop handlebars...much more comfortable with that configuration, and here is both in one bike! The frame is very responsive, and the whole bike handles really well and with confidence due to the gravel bike tires. Renewed my enthusiasm for riding again!
Age:65–74
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Inseam:30"
Height:5'4"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
Tommy
Passaic County, NJ
Great gravel bike - perfect for long trail rides!
9 months ago
Bought this bike specifically for a multi-day ride on the GAP trail from Pittsburgh, PA to Cumberland, MD. It is a great value, bike was perfect for this. Very satisfied with the purchase, love the bike!
Age:55–64
Height:5'11"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:A few times per month
Steve
Tucson
Not tubeless ready?!? Not tuned.
2 years ago
Despite being teravail Washburn these are lower quality and not tubeless ready. Brake cables were very loose to the point that the bike almost didn’t stop and the brake leaver had too be squeezed all the way to the handle bar. front derailer was totally out of adjustment with very loose cable. Chain rubbed a lot in large chain ring. Grip wrap falls off/ pug is cheesy and loose. Not sure if this is the Tucson shop or salsa. Once I tuned the bike it’s not too bad for the price but it is deceptive and a major downgrade that I can’t run these tires tubeless . A new bike should come tuned up and usable from the shop, this bike was badly out of adjustment in the brakes and shifters.
Age:35–44
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Inseam:36"
Height:6'3"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
Jessss
North Jersey
Great first gravel bike!
1 year ago
Wonderful gravel bike. I've owned it for about 10 months now. I have many gravel trails around me and this is just perfect. Also - I have a super small frame. As a 5 ft tall woman it's rather difficult to find a bike meant for me, but I was able to test drive a Salsa at REI, then order this one to the shop. The 51CM fits me very well. I hope to love this bike for years to come. I definitely recommend using REI to its max capacity!! You get free tune ups for the first year as a member. I had a few adjustments needed here and there. Nothing's perfect. Cons: Sad the tires weren't tubeless ready... kinda a bummer to spend another $160+ on getting tubeless installed. Luckily the shop guys at REI installed them for me the day I called.
Age:18–24
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'0"
Experience Level:Beginner
Riding Frequency:Once per week
Yes , I recommend this product
don
surprise, az
great bike after you take it to another shop
2 years ago
the bike seems like it will be great for the price after my first short ride dialing in seat height and such. my only real complaint is this is the third bike I've bought from rei that isn't even close to being in tune. chain is rubbing the front derailleur and the rear keeps changing gears. I'm sure I could take it back and they'd try again but they did such a poor job on the first go that I wouldn't trust them to try again.
Age:45–54
Weight:250–275 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'3"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
Bryce
Denver
Exactly what I expected.
2 years ago
I wanted a good entry level bike that could handle a little bit of everything. Loving it. I’ve now crossed 300 miles on it and zero issues.
Age:25–34
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:6'2"
Experience Level:Casual
Riding Frequency:Daily
Yes , I recommend this product
Lia
1 year ago
Age:25–34
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Inseam:30"
Height:5'3"
Experience Level:Casual
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
Corey
2 years ago