2025 Salsa Journeyer Flat Bar Altus 650b - Red

Journeyer Flat Bar Altus 650b is a thoughtful gravel bike with the leverage and upright riding position that flat bars afford. Built with an all-new aluminum frame and Fantail aluminum fork, this flat bar adventure bike is suited to sporty gravel rides or roaming far and wide. Rack and fender mounts offer loads of utility, while the Three-Pack mounts, top tube mount, and bottle mounts let you get creative with your pack list.

650b x 47 mm tires ride with cushiony comfort at low pressures and have a wide contact patch for ample grip, no matter the road surface. With Shimano’s reliable Altus 2 x 9 drivetrain, this Journeyer is a flat bar adventure bike that lets you explore your limits.

WARNING:

This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Headset:

FSA NO.42 ACB IS-2

Seatpost:

Salsa Guide 27.2 x 350 mm, 12 mm offset

Stem:

Salsa Guide 31.8, 6-degree

Grips/Bar Tape:

Salsa File Tread

Saddle:

WTB Volt Medium, Steel, 142 x 265 mm

Handlebar:

Salsa Salt Flat 31.8, 700 mm

Front Derailleur:

Shimano Altus M370-L SGS

Rear Derailleur:

Shimano M200, 11–34t, 9 speed

Cassette:

KMC Z9

Chain:

Shimano MT210 46/30t, Shimano MT500 bottom bracket -OR- FSA VERO PRO ML019 46 S.B Black 46/30t 165L

Crankset:

Shimano Altus M2010

Brake Levers:

Tektro RS360A lever

Brake Calipers:

Tektro MD-U310

Rotors:

Shimano RT10 (160 mm)

Front Wheel:

Shimano TX505 9 x 100 mm QR hub, WTB ST i23 650b rim, 32h

Rear Wheel:

Shimano TX505-8 10 x 135 mm QR hub, WTB ST i23 650b rim, 32h

Front Tire:

Teravail Washburn 650b x 47 mm, 30 tpi, Wire Bead

Rear Tire:

Teravail Washburn 650b x 47 mm, 30 tpi, Wire Bead

Frame:

Journeyer Flat-Bar Quick-Release

Color:

Red

Fork:

Fantail

Rear Shock:

Shimano Acera T3000-2-TS3

Frame Accessory Mounts

Downtube Accessory Mounts: Yes, 1, TopTube Mounts: Yes, Rack Mounts: Rear: yes / Front: yes, low rider, Three-Pack Mounts: XS and SM frames: 1 on down tube, MD, LG, and XL frames: 1 on down tube + 1 on seat tube, All sizes: one per fork leg

KEY FEATURES:

On-Bike Storage

• Adventures require gear and riders should get to choose whether they carry it on their bike or on their body

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

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.

Fantail Aluminum Fork

The Fantail fork is constructed from aluminum alloy and designed for a 9 x 100 mm quick-release axle. Fantail’s two sets of Three-Pack mounts and mid-blade rack mounts let you load up everything you need for your rides. Fender mounts add a touch of all-weather utility, and massive 700c x 56 mm or 650b x 59 mm (27.5 x 2.3") tire clearance lets you choose the wheel and tire setup for your riding conditions.

Gravel Geometry

Journeyer is comfortable, stable and confidence inspiring whether it’s your daily driver, you’re 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 today’s 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 Salt Flat Handlebar

Flat handlebars offer excellent leverage and control, especially when riding on surfaces that demand a little extra attention. Flat handlebars also put you in a comfortable upright position. Our Salt Flat handlebar has 11° back sweep, 6° of up sweep, and zero rise for performance that feels natural.

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.

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SUPPORTIVE DOCUMENTS:

Click for Bicycle Owner's Manual

Click for ASTM 2 Framesheet

Click for ASTM Riding Conditions Classifications

Click for Salsa Journeyer Flat Bar - Front Triangle Frame Bag Guide