Salsa WARBIRD CARBON APEX 1 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
2,499$
Weight | 9.07 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Apex -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
51cm
152cm - 160cm
53cm
157cm - 166cm
55cm
164cm - 175cm
56cm
173cm - 183cm
58cm
180cm - 190cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Warbird Carbon
Suspension Fork
Warbird Carbon
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex Long Cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex
Cassette
SunRace CSMS7 11-42t
Crank
SRAM Apex XSYNC 42t
Bottom Bracket
PressFit 41 x 86mm
Chain
SRAM PC 1110
Wheels
Rims
Hayes Charger Comp 700c, 100 x 15mm thru-axle
Tires
Maxxis Rambler 700c x 40mm 60 tpi EXO
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB7, G2CS rotors, 160mm
Disk Rotors
74mm post mount, 140–160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide
Handlebar
Salsa Cowbell 3
Grips
Salsa Gel
Headset
Cane Creek 40
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport
Seatpost
Promax 27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 51cm | 53cm | 55cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.62 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm |
| Front Center | 587 mm | 594 mm | 605 mm | 610 mm | 615 mm | 628 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 79 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm | 61 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Stack | 531.7 mm | 552.4 mm | 571.3 mm | 594.1 mm | 619.8 mm | 643.6 mm |
| Reach | 372.6 mm | 376.5 mm | 380.6 mm | 388.6 mm | 389.8 mm | 396.2 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 539 mm | 554 mm | 569 mm | 584 mm | 604 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 455 mm | 495 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 575 mm | 605 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 185 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1011 mm | 1018 mm | 1028 mm | 1034 mm | 1038 mm | 1052 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 720 mm | 753 mm | 775 mm | 796 mm | 827 mm | 854 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 157 cm | 164 cm | 173 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 160 cm | 166 cm | 175 cm | 183 cm | 190 cm | cm |
About this model
WARBIRD CARBON APEX 1 belongs to the Salsa Warbird model. There are 27 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Salsa Warbird bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Salsa WARBIRD APEX 1 2018 is the most affordable bike of this model and has a price of 1999$. On the other hand, Salsa WARBIRD CARBON ULTEGRA 2018, is the most expensive and costs 4299$.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Gravel bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel bike that is reliable is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. In short, before purchasing your ideal bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
When Salsa released this model in 2018, its price was 2499$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that WARBIRD CARBON APEX 1 price is 1.5% higher than the average cost of a Gravel bike.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
Gravel bikes weigh an average of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). Having an easier bike than average will give you a great advantage on climbs. However, a heavier bike will gain more speed on descends.
Weighing 9.07 kg (20 lbs), the WARBIRD CARBON APEX 1 model is considerably heavier than average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 11.56% lower than this one.
WARBIRD CARBON APEX 1 components
Fork material
The fork is made out of carbon, so, its weight is considerably lighter than one made out of steel. However, they cost a bit more than steel forks.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the WARBIRD CARBON APEX 1 model has 700c aluminum wheels. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The WARBIRD CARBON APEX 1 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.