Salsa FARGO GX 29 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
1,799$
Weight | 12.7 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 29" -
Groupset GX, Apex -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
150cm - 161cm
SM
159cm - 175cm
MD
173cm - 183cm
LG
180cm - 191cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Fargo Cobra Kai CroMoly
Suspension Fork
Salsa Firestarter Steel
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Type 2.1 Long Cage
Front Derailleur
SRAM GX HD 2x10
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex
Cassette
SunRace CSM5S1 11-36t
Crank
SRAM S1000 38/24t
Bottom Bracket
73mm BSA, threaded
Chain
KMC X10
Wheels
Rims
Formula 32h, 100mm, QR, WTB STP i23 TCS 29", 2.0 spokes, brass nipples
Tires
WTB Ranger, 29 x 2.25", 27 tpi
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB7, Centerline 160 mm
Disk Rotors
74mm post mount (160–180mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide
Handlebar
Salsa Woodchipper 3
Grips
Salsa Gel Bar Tape
Headset
Cane Creek 15
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport
Seatpost
Promax 27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.69 mm | 1.73 mm | 1.73 mm | 1.73 mm | 1.68 mm |
| Front Center | 610 mm | 625 mm | 641 mm | 668 mm | 700 |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 83 mm | 69 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Stack | 600.6 mm | 621.6 mm | 649.7 mm | 677.7 mm | 696.3 mm |
| Reach | 356.3 mm | 358.6 mm | 375 mm | 391.4 mm | 415.7 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 526.6 mm | 546.6 mm | 571.6 mm | 596.6 mm | 626.6 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 355.6 mm | 406.4 mm | 457.2 mm | 508 mm | 558.8 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 68.5 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 110 mm | 140 mm | 170 mm | 190 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm | 451 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1051 mm | 1067 mm | 1083 mm | 1110 mm | 1142 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 696 mm | 738 mm | 784 mm | 827 mm | 865 mm |
| Wheels | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |
| Rider Min Height | 150 cm | 159 cm | 173 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 161 cm | 175 cm | 183 cm | 191 cm | cm |
Model Overview
FARGO GX 29 belongs to the Salsa Fargo model. 9 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2018 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Salsa FARGO GX 29 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1799$. Salsa FARGO RIVAL 1 27.5+ 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 2299$.
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 Touring bikes
If you want an acceptable Touring bike you should know that the average price is 1007$. However, you could also get a good Touring bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. To sum up, when you purchase your bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
This bike was released in 2018 and its price was 1799$. Comparing the average cost of a Touring bike to this one, you will see that FARGO GX 29 price is 78.65% higher.
Average weight for Touring bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Touring bike, we get 13.35 kg (29.43 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
FARGO GX 29 weighs 12.7 kg (28 lbs) and is a bit lighter than the average. In other words, this model is 5.12% lighter than the average Touring bike.
Overview of components
Fork material
FARGO GX 29 has a steel fork, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
The wheels on FARGO GX 29 are the 29″ aluminum type. Having 29″ wheels means that you need less fork travel, leading to a reduction of the pedal bob effect. However, 29″ wheels will make your bike react slower to obstacles you may encounter.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Salsa FARGO GX 29 is equipped with Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!