Salsa WARBIRD APEX 1 2018
2018 Road
Estimate price |
1,999$
Weight | 9.53 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset Apex -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
51cm
152cm - 160cm
53cm
157cm - 166cm
55cm
164cm - 175cm
56cm
173cm - 183cm
58cm
180cm - 190cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Warbird Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Warbird Carbon
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex Long Cage
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
SRAM Apex
Cassette
SunRace CSMS7 11-42
Crank
SRAM Apex XSYNC 42t
Bottom Bracket
PressFit 41 x 86mm
Chain
SRAM PC 1110
Wheels
Rims
Hayes Charger Comp 700c, 100 x 15mm thru-axle
Tires
Maxxis Rambler 700c x 40mm 60 tpi EXO
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB7, G2CS rotors, 160mm
Disk Rotors
74mm post mount, 140–160mm
Cockpit
Stem
Salsa Guide
Handlebar
Salsa Cowbell 3
Grips
Salsa Gel Bar Tape
Headset
Cane Creek 40
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport
Seatpost
Promax 27.2 x 350mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 51cm | 53cm | 55cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.5 mm | 1.53 mm | 1.59 mm | 1.62 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm | 279 mm |
| Front Center | 587 mm | 594 mm | 605 mm | 610 mm | 615 mm | 628 mm |
| Rake | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Trail | 79 mm | 76 mm | 76 mm | 61 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Stack | 531.7 mm | 552.4 mm | 571.3 mm | 594.1 mm | 619.8 mm | 643.6 mm |
| Reach | 372.6 mm | 376.5 mm | 380.6 mm | 388.6 mm | 389.8 mm | 396.2 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 519 mm | 539 mm | 554 mm | 569 mm | 584 mm | 604 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 455 mm | 495 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 575 mm | 605 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 100 mm | 120 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 185 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm | 434 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1011 mm | 1018 mm | 1028 mm | 1034 mm | 1038 mm | 1052 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Standover Height | 720 mm | 753 mm | 775 mm | 796 mm | 827 mm | 854 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| 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
WARBIRD APEX 1 is part of the Salsa Warbird model. There are 27 bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Salsa Warbird bikes models from 2018, here.
Model range prices
Salsa WARBIRD APEX 1 2018 is the cheapest bike model and costs 1999$. Salsa WARBIRD CARBON ULTEGRA 2018 is the most expensive one and costs 4299$.
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.
Gravel bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Gravel bike you should know that the average price is 2462$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
When Salsa released this model in 2018, its price was 1999$. If we compare this with the average Gravel bike cost we notice that the price is 23.16% smaller.
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). 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.
Salsa WARBIRD APEX 1 it’s weighing 9.53 kg (21.01 lbs). At this weight, is much heavier than average. In short, the average Gravel bike weight is 17.22% lower than this one.
WARBIRD APEX 1 components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of carbon, so, it’s a great addition to the bike’s value. However, carbon forks should be regularly inspected for damage because even the smallest crack could cause the fork to fall apart.
Wheels size
The wheels on WARBIRD APEX 1 are the 700c aluminum type. 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 WARBIRD APEX 1 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.