Salsa Journeyer Claris Gravel Bike - 49 Cm - XS - 2x8 NIB Aluminum -Tan 700c
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About this product
The Salsa Journeyer Claris Gravel Bike is an XS (49 cm) aluminum gravel bike with a Tan finish, featuring 700c wheels. It's equipped with a 2x8 speed Shimano Claris drivetrain, controlled by road bike shifters and derailleur gears. This bike utilizes mechanical disc brakes for stopping power and has no suspension, maintaining a rigid frame design. It comes with clincher tires and a drop bar handlebar, making it suitable for mixed-terrain riding for unisex adults.
Our take
The Salsa Journeyer Claris Gravel Bike in the 49 cm (XS) frame size is an excellent choice for riders looking to get into gravel riding without breaking the bank. The aluminum frame is durable and responsive, a great base for various terrains. The 700c wheels are standard for gravel, offering good roll-over capabilities, and the 2x8 Claris drivetrain provides a solid range of gears for both climbs and flats. Mechanical disc brakes offer dependable stopping power in varied conditions, though they don't have the feather-light feel of hydraulics. The rigid, no-suspension design keeps it efficient on smoother sections. It’s a well-rounded package for adventure on and off paved roads.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lightweight aluminum frame
- Versatile 700c wheel size
- Dependable 8-speed Claris drivetrain
- Mechanical disc brakes for all-weather stopping
- No suspension for efficient riding
Cons
- Mechanical disc brakes require more effort
- 8 speeds may be limiting for some
- No suspension for rougher terrain
Specifications
- Handlebar Type Drop Bar
- Frame Number 0
- Wheel Size 700C
- Bike Type Gravel Bike
- Color Tan
- Tire Type Clincher Tires
Show all 18 specifications
- Material
- Aluminum
- Number of Speeds
- 8 Speed
- Brand
- Salsa
- Department
- Unisex Adults
- Unit Type
- Unit
- Brake Type
- Disc Brake - Mechanical
- Suspension Type
- No Suspension
- Model
- Journeyer
- Shifter Style
- Road Bike Shifter
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Gear Change Mechanism
- Derailleur Gears
- Frame Size
- 49 cm
