Salsa Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 650 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
899$
Weight | 12.39 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 650b -
Groupset Claris, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 8 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
147cm - 161cm
SM
159cm - 174cm
MD
172cm - 184cm
LG
182cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Journeyman Flat Bar
Suspension Fork
Fantail Aluminum Fork
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Claris GS 8-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Claris
Shift Levers
Shimano Claris
Cassette
Sunrace, 11-34t
Crank
FSA Tempo Adventure, 46/30t
Bottom Bracket
68mm BSA
Chain
KMC X8
Wheels
Rims
Formula, 32h, 100mm, WTB STP i23 TCS 650b, 2.0mm spokes, brass nipples
Tires
WTB Nano 27.5 x 2.1? Comp
Brakes
Brakes
Promax DSK-330R flat mount 160mm
Disk Rotors
Flat mount (140–160mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide
Handlebar
Salsa Salt Flat
Grips
Salsa File Tread
Headset
VP Sealed Bearing
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport 142
Seatpost
27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.28 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.39 mm | 1.42 mm |
| Front Center | 632 mm | 649 mm | 670 mm | 691 mm | 706 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 65 mm |
| Stack | 526 mm | 555 mm | 583 mm | 611 mm | 635 mm |
| Reach | 410 mm | 417 mm | 428 mm | 439 mm | 446 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 562 mm | 587 mm | 607 mm | 627 mm | 647 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 450 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 530 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 130 mm | 160 mm | 190 mm | 215 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1059 mm | 1076 mm | 1097 mm | 1118 mm | 1133 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 657 mm | 716 mm | 738 mm | 774 mm | 794 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 159 cm | 172 cm | 182 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 161 cm | 174 cm | 184 cm | 191 cm | cm |
About this model
Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 650 belongs to the Salsa Journeyman model. Salsa launched 28 bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Salsa Journeyman bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Salsa Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 650 2018 has a starting price of 899$. Salsa Journeyman Sora 700 2018 on the other hand is the most expensive at 1099$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Average price for Gravel bikes
If you want an acceptable Gravel bike you should know that the average price is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Salsa released this model in 2018, its price was 899$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 650 price is 173.86% lower.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Gravel bike is 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Salsa Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 650 it’s weighing 12.39 kg (27.32 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In conclusion, the average Gravel bike weighs 52.4% less than Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 650.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork is made out of aluminum, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
As for the wheels, Salsa Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 650 2018, has a aluminum model. After 700c wheels, 650b is the second most popular choice for road bikes. However, they don’t perform so well when you go over bumps and obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 650 has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.