Salsa VAYA APEX 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
1,799$
Weight | 10.89 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset GX, Apex -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
49.5cm
147cm - 159cm
52cm
157cm - 166cm
54cm
164cm - 173cm
55cm
170cm - 178cm
57cm
175cm - 185cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Vaya Kung Fu CroMoly
Suspension Fork
Vaya Carbon
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Type 2.1 Long Cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM Apex
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex
Cassette
SRAM 1020 11-36t
Crank
FSA Omega Adveture 48/32t
Bottom Bracket
68mm BSA, threaded
Chain
KMC X10
Wheels
Rims
Formula, 32h, 100 x 15mm thru-axle, WTB STP i19 TCS 700c, 2.0 butted spoke, brass nipples
Tires
WTB Nano 700 x 40mm, DNA Compound, 60 tpi casing, UST tubeless compatible, aramid bead
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB7, Centerline 160 mm
Disk Rotors
74mm post mount (140–160mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide
Handlebar
Salsa Cowbell 2
Grips
Salsa Gel Bar Tape
Headset
Cane Creek 10
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Comp
Seatpost
Promax 27.2 x 350mm set back post
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 49.5cm | 52cm | 54cm | 55cm | 57cm | 59.5cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.53 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.62 mm | 1.68 mm | 1.69 mm | 1.69 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm | 274 mm |
| Front Center | 581 mm | 584 mm | 595 mm | 600 mm | 614 mm | 633 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm |
| Stack | 539.7 mm | 544.4 mm | 587.1 mm | 606.1 mm | 625 mm | 644 mm |
| Reach | 351.6 mm | 365.2 mm | 362.2 mm | 360.8 mm | 369 mm | 381.8 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 492 mm | 517 mm | 537 mm | 547 mm | 567 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 450 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 530 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.25 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° | 71.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 100 mm | 145 mm | 165 mm | 185 mm | 205 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1016 mm | 1019 mm | 1031 mm | 1035 mm | 1050 mm | 1069 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Standover Height | 657 mm | 710 mm | 739 mm | 773 mm | 792 mm | 818 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 147 cm | 157 cm | 164 cm | 170 cm | 175 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 159 cm | 166 cm | 173 cm | 178 cm | 185 cm | cm |
About this model
VAYA APEX is a Salsa Vaya model. Salsa released 6 bikes variations of this model so far. You can easily view all of the Salsa Vaya bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Salsa VAYA TIAGRA 2018 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 1399$. Salsa VAYA APEX 2018 on the other hand costs 1799$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Gravel bikes
If you want an acceptable Gravel bike you should know that the average price is 2462$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Gravel bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Salsa released this model in 2018, its price was 1799$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that VAYA APEX price is 36.85% smaller.
Gravel bikes average weight
Gravel bikes have an average weight of 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
Weighing 10.89 kg (24.01 lbs), the VAYA APEX model is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 33.95% heavier than the average weight of Gravel bikes.
VAYA APEX components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a carbon one, 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 VAYA APEX are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.