Salsa Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 2019
2019 Road
Estimate price |
949$
Weight | 11.74 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-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Claris
Shift Levers
Shimano Claris Rapidfire Plus
Cassette
Sunrace 8-speed, 11-34t
Crank
FSA Tempo Adventure, 46/30t
Bottom Bracket
68mm BSA
Chain
KMC X8
Wheels
Rims
Novatec, 32h, 100mm, WTB ST i19 TCS 2.0 700c, 2.0mm spokes, brass nipples
Tires
Teravail Cannonball 700c x 38mm
Brakes
Brakes
Promax DSK-330R flat mount, 160mm rotors
Disk Rotors
Flat mount (140–160mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide
Handlebar
Salsa Salt Flat
Grips
Salsa File Tread
Headset
FSA Sealed Bearing
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
Salsa Guide 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 |
Model Overview
Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 completes the Salsa Journeyman model. Salsa released 28 bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2019, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Salsa Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 2019 is the cheapest bike model and costs 949$. Salsa Journeyman Apex 1 650 2019 is the most expensive one and costs 1499$.
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.
Gravel bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Gravel bike is 2462$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Gravel bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
When Salsa released this model in 2019, its price was 949$. Comparing the average cost of a Gravel bike to this one, you will see that Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 price is 159.43% lower.
Gravel bikes average weight
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Gravel bike, we get 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 11.74 kg (25.88 lbs), the Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 model is much heavier than average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 44.4% lower than this one.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has an aluminum one, 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 it comes to wheels, the Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 700 bike is equipped with the 700c aluminum model. 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. These brakes are also very popular, and a lot cheaper than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.