2024 Salsa Journeyer Sora 650b
SalsaUnlock new roads and experiences with Journeyer Sora 650b. An all-new aluminum frame and our Waxwing carbon fork create a ride thats fit for gravel roads, bikepacking routes, or getting from A to B around town with as much fun as possible. Mounts for fenders, racks, Anything Cages, and other accessories mean that you have options for carrying your ride supplies or camping gear. 650b wheels with 47 mm tires offer quick acceleration and a large contact patch for grip on loose surfaces. Shimanos Sora 2 x 9-speed groupset prepares you for steep climbs or speedy flat sections. This formula made Journeyer one of the most popular gravel bikes out there - take one for a ride and see why.
On-Bike Storage
Carry more on your bike and less on your body. Our frames and forks feature mounts for extra bottles, camping gear, and ride accessories.
Frame Protection
Worry less about bike damage. Our frames and forks are designed and built to hold up to the rugged adventures you put them through.
6061-T6 ALUMINUM FRAME
We use alloy tubing developed specifically for the Journeyer frame, which is then heat-treated to T6 alloy standards for extra strength and durability.
12 X 142 MM THRU-AXLE REAR
A thru-axle keeps the frame stiff for improved tracking and allows for consistent wheel placement.
WAXWING CARBON FORK
The Waxwing fork features carbon construction with an aluminum steerer. The 12 x 100 mm thru-axle keeps the front end stiff, so it goes where you point it. We designed Waxwing to carry a load, with two sets of Three-Pack mounts and mid-blade rack mounts. Internal Dynamo Hub Cable Routing and fender mounts make it easier to ride in all conditions. Tire clearance is a huge 700c x 50 mm or 650b x 56.5 mm (27.5 x 2.25"), so you can run a wide range of wheels and tires. An abrasion-resistant plate on the inside of the fork prevents wear from mud and other road debris.
GRAVEL GEOMETRY
Journeyer is comfortable, stable and confidence inspiring whether its your daily driver, youre ripping up dirt paths through town, exploring unfamiliar terrain, or entering your first gravel race. Spirited when you want it to be, but relaxed enough to leave you with the energy for long rides.
INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING
Full-length housing improves shifting performance in poor conditions and increases use time between maintenance intervals. Internal routing for a clean, uncluttered look.
DROPPER POST ROUTING
Internal dropper post routing makes it easy to outfit your Journeyer for more technical riding.
FLAT-MOUNT BRAKES
Flat-mount brakes offer a clean look, easy setup, and compatibility with most of todays road and gravel brake offerings.
CARGO CAPABILITY
Journeyer features front and rear rack mounts, a Three-Pack mount on each fork leg, a top tube mount, down tube mount, and bottle mounts. With this many options, you can load it up however you like.
650B X 47 MM WHEELS AND TIRES
650b wheels accelerate quickly, and the high-volume 47 mm Teravail Washburn tires blend straight-line speed with confidence in turns on loose terrain.
SALSA COWBELL DROP HANDLEBAR
Drop bars provide multiple hand positions, increasing comfort and efficiency on long rides. They also provide the rider a more aerodynamic position when stiff headwinds arise. Our Cowbell bars feature a 12° flare that puts your hands, wrists, and arms into a position that feels natural when youre in the drops.
DUAL WHEEL SIZE COMPATIBILITY
Journeyer fits both 700c and 650b wheel sizes. We offer models in each size so you can choose the one that meets your needs or set up a second wheel set so your Journeyer is ready for any type of ride.
- Frame (Frameset):
- Journeyer Drop-Bar Thru-Axle
- Fork (Frameset):
- Waxwing
- Color (Frameset):
- Green
- Front Derailleur (Drivetrain):
- Shimano Sora R3000
- Rear Derailleur (Drivetrain):
- Shimano Sora R3000, Medium Cage
- Cassette (Drivetrain):
- Shimano HG200, 11-34t, 9-speed
- Chain (Drivetrain):
- KMC X9
- Crankset (Drivetrain):
- Shimano MT210, 46/30t
- Shifter (Drivetrain):
- Shimano Sora R3000
- Brakes and Rotors (Drivetrain):
- Tektro MD-C550 brakes, Tektro TR160-22 rotors (6-bolt, 160 mm)
- Headset (Components):
- FSA NO.42 ACB IS-2
- Stem (Components):
- Salsa Guide 31.8, 6-degree
- Handlebar (Components):
- Salsa Cowbell 3, 31.8
- Grips/Bar Tape (Components):
- Black Cork
- Seatpost (Components):
- Salsa Guide, 27.2 x 350 mm
- Saddle (Components):
- WTB Volt Medium, Steel, 142 x 265 mm
- Front Wheel (Wheels):
- WTB Serra 12 x 100 mm hub, WTB ST i23 650b rim, 28h
- Rear Wheel (Wheels):
- WTB Serra HG10 12 x 142 mm hub, WTB ST i23 650b rim, 28h
- Tires (Wheels):
- Teravail Washburn, 650b x 47 mm, 30 tpi
- Complete Bike Weight (Weight):
- 24 lb (56 cm, with pedals)
- Design Wheel/Tire Size:
- 650b x 47 mm
- Fork Offset:
- 50 mm
- Upper:
- IS41
- Lower:
- IS52
- Seatpost:
- 27.2 mm
- Seat Collar:
- 32.0 mm
- Front Derailleur Type:
- 2x, bottom swing
- Bottom Bracket:
- 68 mm BSA
- Crankset (Max Ring):
- 1x crankset: 42t max.; 2x crankset: 48/33t max.
- Rear Brake (Rotor):
- Flat mount 140 frame standard (160 mm max.), 20 mm thickness, 27 mm bolt length
- Rear Spacing:
- 142 mm
- Rear Axle:
- M12 x 169 TP = 1.0, TL = 14 mm thru-axle
- Derailleur Hanger:
- SRAM UDH
- Front Brake (Rotor):
- Flat mount 160 frame standard (180 mm max.), 35 mm thickness, 42 mm bolt length
- Front Spacing:
- 100 mm
- Fender Mounts:
- Yes
- Dropper Compatible (Routing):
- Yes, internal
- Water Bottle Mounts:
- 49 cm frame: 1 in main triangle; 51-56 cm frames: 2 in main triangle; 57-60 cm frames: 3 in main triangle
- Front Derailleur Mount:
- 31.8 mm OD, bottom pull
- Rack Mounts:
- Rear: yes; Front: yes, low rider
- Crown Race:
- 40 mm
- Front Axle:
- M12 x 120 TP = 1.5, TL = 12 mm thru-axle
- Tire Sizes:
- 650b x 47-50 mm; 700c x 32-50 mm
- Rigid Fork Length:
- 405 mm axle-to-crown
- Stem Clamp / Steerer Clamp Diameter:
- 28.6 mm / 1 1/8"
- Downtube Accessory Mounts:
- Yes, One
- TopTube Mounts:
- Yes
- Pack Mounts:
- 47-53 cm frames: 1 on down tube; 55-60 cm frames: 1 on down tube + 1 on seat tube; All sizes: one per fork leg