Salsa Vaya GRX 600 Bike
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Ready to explore any road surface and head out on light tours, the versatile Salsa Vaya GRX 600 bike features a durable steel frame, premium Shimano GRX 600 groupset and a lightweight carbon fork.
Key Details
Wheel Size
700c
Number of Gears
22 gear(s)
- Shimano GRX cranks and derailleurs paired with 105 controls and TRP Spyre-C mechanical disc brakes deliver precise shifting and confident braking on any road surface
- Triple-butted, frame size–specific seamless Sanko chromoly steel Kung Fu frame tubing and lightweight carbon Waxwing fork provide a great ride, loaded or unloaded
- Waxwing fork features carbon fiber blades and steerer tube as well as Three-Pack mounts, midblade low-rider rack mounts, internal dynamo wire routing and fender mounts
- Equipped with 700c x 38 mm tires; fits up to 700c x 50 mm tires or 700c x 45 mm tires with fenders (fenders not included)
- Mounts for rear rack and front and rear fenders are cast into the dropouts for durability; designed to work best with the Salsa Wanderlust rear rack (not included)
- Full-length external housing offers easy maintenance and improves performance in poor conditions, keeping muck out; a short pass through fork blade keeps housing out of wheel
- Brake routing is external for easy maintenance
- 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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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 | Triple-butted cromoly steel |
| Fork | Waxwing carbon |
| Bike Suspension | No Suspension |
| Crankset | Shimano RX600-11, 46/30T |
| Shifters | Shimano 105 R7000 |
| Front Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810 |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX810 |
| Rear Cogs | Shimano HG700 11-speed, 11-34T |
| Number of Gears | 22 gear(s) |
| Brake Type | Mechanical Disc Brake |
| Brakes | TRP Spyre-C with 160mm rotors |
| Brake Levers | Shimano 105 R7000 |
| Rims | WTB ST i19 TCS 2.0 700c |
| Front Hub | WTB Serra 32h, 12 x 100 thru axle |
| Rear Hub | WTB Serra 32h, 135 mm quick-release |
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tires | Teravail Cannonball 700c x 38 mm Durable, Tubeless-Ready |
| Tire Width | 38 millimeters |
| Handlebar Shape | Drop Bar |
| Handlebar | Salsa Cowbell |
| Stem | Salsa Guide |
| Seat Post | Salsa Guide |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Steel SL Medium |
| Pedals | Not included |
| Headset | Cane Creek 40 |
| Chain | Shimano HG601-11 |
| Weight | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
Salsa Bikes (184755)
| 49.5 CM | 52 CM | 54 CM | 55 CM | 57 CM | 59.5 CM | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height Range | 4'10''-5'2'' | 5'2''-5'5'' | 5'5''-5'8'' | 5'7''-5'10'' | 5'9''-6'1'' | 6'1''-UP |
| Reach | 354.6 | 368.2 | 365.2 | 363.8 | 372 | 384.8 |
| Stack | 542.7 | 547.4 | 590.1 | 609.1 | 628 | 647 |
| Effective Top Tube | 495 | 520 | 540 | 550 | 570 | 595 |
| Seat Tube Center-Top | 380 | 450 | 470 | 510 | 530 | 560 |
| Standover Height | 660.1 | 713.7 | 742 | 776.3 | 795.6 | 821 |
| Head Tube Length | 100 | 100 | 145 | 165 | 185 | 205 |
| Head Tube Angle (degrees) | 70.25 | 71.5 | 71.5 | 71.5 | 71.5 | 71.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle (degrees) | 75.5 | 74.5 | 73.5 | 73 | 72.5 | 72 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| Wheelbase | 1019.4 | 1022.7 | 1035 | 1038.9 | 1053.5 | 1072.6 |
| Chainstay | 450 | 450 | 450 | 450 | 450 | 450 |
| 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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John
Detroit, MI
Comfortable bike for long road and gravel rides
11 months ago
I bought this bike in March 2021 when bikes were somewhat difficult to find - I probably would've gone for a cheaper bike (sub-$2000) made of Aluminum had one been available. That being said, steel has grown on me immensely and despite a few early hiccups I'm extremely happy with this bike! Prior to the Vaya I owned a 2018 Kona Dew hybrid and a 2005 Cannondale R900 road bike. Except for a bikepacking trip (which was amazing) I had been doing most of my riding on the R900. It was very light and nimble but didn't fit me well and the components were definitely showing their age. My hope with this purchase was to replace the R900 with a bike that was more comfortable on longer rides and offered more versatility. In this way, the Salsa Vaya has been absolutely perfect. Due to knee injuries following my bikepacking trip, I stepped away from biking for a couple years, but in the last year and a half I've put about 2,500 miles on the bike - mostly on the road, a bit on gravel, and once on an easy MTB trail. Likes: - Lots of space for wide tires - I've run Snoqualmie Pass 44 (suuuuper plush on Michigan's bombed out pavement) and Pathfinder Pro 42's (excellent on our gravel roads) with no issues - GRX 600 groupset shifts very smoothly and the derailleur clutch is great when the road gets rough - For my purposes, mechanical shifting and brakes are ideal. I wanted something I could MacGyver while bikepacking if necessary - External cable routing makes maintenance easy - Frame feels very sturdy yet pliable. It's great to remember you're riding on steel after hitting a large, hidden pothole - Tons of mounts: fork mounts, mount under the downtube, rack mounts, etc. - Speaking of fork mounts, the carbon fork seems very nice. I haven't ridden a ton of bikes to compare, but I find it incredibly comfortable Dislikes: - The seat post collar slipped a few times when I first got the bike and ended up scratching the seat post. I now use tighten it a bit past spec. I contacted Salsa about this when the bike was new and they offered to send me a new seatpost and seat collar, but then didn't followup when I sent my address... - The rear wheel that came with my bike was making a lot of noise and I could feel it vibrating through the frame when coasting. Servicing the rear wheel is a nightmare - WTB's hub design here is not good. Because I noticed this issue late, it was not replaced under warranty. - Mismatched front/rear dropouts make finding replacement wheels very difficult. I ultimately had to have a replacement set custom ordered (not cheap!) Mixed Bag: - The front can feel pretty light at times. If you're planning to strap cargo to the fork, this could be a positive. It doesn't really bother me but sometimes going up steep hills can feel a little sketchy when unloaded. Overall, I'm extremely happy with this bike and expect to keep it for a long, long time. For my casual, but long rides on Michigan roads (some of the worst in the nation, surely), it's been incredibly comfortable and plush. It's been equally useful for running errands, quick trips around town, and I can't wait to take it on its first bikepacking trip.
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Inseam:34"
Height:5'9"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
Youcancallmeallan
Concord California
Great Bike
2 years ago
This is heavier than the cannondale I was riding , but has many more attachments for bike touring, I don’t even notice the weight it seems even more efficient and comfortable, wider handle bar. Feels Great to ride ! Very happy with this bike so far . Used on 5-day touring trip . Looking forward to taking this on 3 week trip along the west coast soon I’ve had issues with bikes and I Found REI stands behind their product .
Age:45–54
Weight:175–200 lbs.
Height:5'10"
Experience Level:Experienced
Riding Frequency:Multiple times per week
Yes , I recommend this product
youcancallmeallan
Not the best quality or maybe I just got a bad one
1 year ago
I left a great review before , but after taking on a touring trip . Not so impressed. The chain ring came loose just like another review stated. I was lucky to find the spacers by back tracking my path , and finding new screws since the next bike shop was 60 miles away. I think the overall quality is poor , spokes loose, rim tape folded over causing flat . Even the handle bar tape keeps coming loose and fraying . Maybe I had the bike overloaded but the frame felt like it flexed a lot causing wobbling .
john
tulsa, ok
Small front chainring detatched within 200 miles
2 years ago
I generally like this bike, but was very disappointed when on my morning commute on smooth trails the front chainring came apart. less than 200 miles on this bike and no gravel or rough riding yet. Very disappointed and hope REI can send me the replacement bolts which were lost as well. Great bike...bad assembly I guess.
No, I do not recommend this product
john
2 years ago