Salsa WARBIRD CARBON RIVAL 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
3,299$
Weight | 8.62 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Carbon -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Rival 22 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 11 -
Brakes Hydraulic 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 Rival 22
Front Derailleur
SRAM Rival 22 Braze-On Yaw w/ chain spotter
Shift Levers
SRAM Rival
Cassette
SRAM PG 1130 11-32t
Crank
SRAM Rival 22, 50/34t
Bottom Bracket
PressFit 41 x 86mm
Chain
SRAM PC1110
Wheels
Rims
DT Swiss C 1800 Spline DB23 700c, 100 x 15mm, valves/tape included
Tires
Maxxis Rambler 700c x 40mm 60 tpi EXO
Brakes
Brakes
SRAM Rival hydraulic disc, Centerline rotors 160mm
Disk Rotors
74mm post mount, 140–160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide
Handlebar
Salsa Cowbell 2
Grips
Salsa Gel Bar Tape
Headset
Cane Creek 40
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Comp
Seatpost
Salsa Guide 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 |
Model Overview
WARBIRD CARBON RIVAL completes the Salsa Warbird model. Salsa released 27 bikes variations of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
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
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Gravel bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel bike is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
When Salsa released this model in 2018, its price was 3299$. Comparing this to the average Gravel bike price, we see that the price is 34% higher.
Gravel bikes average weight
Gravel bikes have an average weight of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
Weighing 8.62 kg (19 lbs), the WARBIRD CARBON RIVAL model is a bit heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 6.03% heavier than the average weight of Gravel bikes.
Overview of components
Fork material
WARBIRD CARBON RIVAL has a carbon fork, so, it is super light and stiff. In conclusion, a carbon fork gives you great control when steering, and is also more forgiving.
Wheels
The wheels on WARBIRD CARBON RIVAL are the 700c aluminum type. These are the most popular wheels for road, aero, gravel, cyclocross, race, and gravel bikes. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The WARBIRD CARBON RIVAL comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. With Hydraulic Disc brakes, you’ll be able to stop on a dime, even in wet or icy conditions. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.