Salsa Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
899$
Weight | 11.79 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
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 SPD
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 i19 TCS 700c, 2.0mm spokes, brass nipples
Tires
WTB Riddler 700 x 37mm Comp
Brakes
Brakes
Promax DSK-330R Flat Mount 160 mm
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 |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 mm | 277 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 | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 71 mm | 72 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 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| 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 700 belongs to the Salsa Journeyman model. Salsa released 28 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
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.
Gravel bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel bike is 2462$. However, even though the average price of a Gravel bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2018 for 899$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 price is 173.86% smaller.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
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.
Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 weighs 11.79 kg (25.99 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. In other words, this model is 45.02% heavier than the average Gravel bike.
Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 components
Fork material
Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 has an aluminum fork, so there won’t be much extra weight added to the bike. However, they are not so stiff as carbon forks are.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 model has 700c aluminum wheels. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. 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 Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.