Salsa Journeyman Sora 650 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
1,099$
Weight | 11.79 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 650b -
Groupset Sora, FSA -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
50cm
152cm - 160cm
52cm
157cm - 166cm
54cm
164cm - 175cm
55.5cm
173cm - 183cm
57cm
180cm - 190cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Journeyman Drop Bar
Suspension Fork
Fantail Deluxe Fork with Three-Pack Mounts
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Sora 9-speed
Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora
Shift Levers
Shimano Sora
Cassette
SunRace 9-speed 11-34t
Crank
FSA Vero Pro Adventure, 46/30t
Bottom Bracket
68mm BSA
Chain
KMC X9
Wheels
Rims
Formula, 32h, 100mm, WTB STP i23 TCS 650b, 2.0mm spokes, brass nipples
Tires
WTB Nano 27.5 x 2.1 Comp
Brakes
Brakes
Promax DSK-330R flat mount 160 mm
Disk Rotors
Flat mount (140–160mm)
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide
Handlebar
Salsa Cowbell
Grips
Salsa Gel Cork Bar Tape
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 | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 55.5cm | 57cm | 59.5cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.45 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.55 mm | 1.6 mm | 1.65 mm | 1.63 mm |
| Front Center | 587 mm | 588 mm | 599 mm | 615 mm | 631 mm | 651 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Trail | 67 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 64 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Stack | 525 mm | 541 mm | 564 mm | 592 mm | 621 mm | 636 mm |
| Reach | 361 mm | 361 mm | 364 mm | 370 mm | 376 mm | 391 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 497 mm | 517 mm | 537 mm | 552 mm | 567 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 450 mm | 470 mm | 510 mm | 530 mm | 560 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 115 mm | 140 mm | 170 mm | 200 mm | 215 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm | 437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1014 mm | 1015 mm | 1026 mm | 1042 mm | 1058 mm | 1078 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Standover Height | 663 mm | 717 mm | 739 mm | 775 mm | 798 mm | 820 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
| 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 |
About this model
Journeyman Sora 650 completes the Salsa Journeyman model. 28 bikes variations carry this model name so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2018, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Salsa Journeyman Flat Bar Claris 650 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 899$. Salsa Journeyman Sora 700 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 1099$.
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
If you want to purchase a solid Gravel bike, it is important to know that the average cost is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 1099$. If we compare this with the average Gravel bike cost we notice that the price is 124.02% lower.
Average weight for Gravel bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Gravel bike is 8.13 kg (17.92 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
much heavier than average, Journeyman Sora 650 has a weight of 11.79 kg (25.99 lbs). In conclusion, the average Gravel bike weighs 45.02% less than Journeyman Sora 650.
Journeyman Sora 650 components
Fork material
Journeyman Sora 650 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 size
The Journeyman Sora 650 2018 bike is equipped with aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. 650b wheels make a great choice if you want to sacrifice speed for comfort. However, if you want higher speeds, you should look for a bike with 700c wheels.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Journeyman Sora 650 has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, they don’t have the stopping power of hydraulic brakes.