2025 Salsa Journeyer Frameset - Black

The Salsa Journeyer frameset has worlds of versatility built in. With an aluminum frame and our Waxwing carbon fork, massive tire clearance, and adaptable cargo options, you can build it into the best all-around bike ever. Journeyer’s gravel geometry keeps you comfortable and confident as you take on gravel roads, doubletrack, harsh pavement, and more. 

Use the Three-Pack mounts, top tube mount, and down tube accessory mount for a svelte gravel or bikepacking setup. Add racks and fenders for a fun and functional commuter that can handle any road or bike path. The Journeyer frameset lets you choose your journey.

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

Rear Derailleur:

SRAM UDH derailleur hanger

Frame:

5 lb (56 cm frame w/headset, UDH dropout, and axles)

Color:

Black

Fork:

Waxwing

Front Axle:

Salsa Deadbolt UL thru-axle 12 x 120 mm, TP = 1.5, TL = 12 mm

Rear Axle:

Salsa Deadbolt UL thru-axle 12 x 169 mm, TP= 1.0, TL = 20 mm

Seatpost Clamp:

Salsa Lip-Lock Seatpost Collar, 32.0 mm

Frame Accessory Mounts

Downtube Accessory Mounts Yes, 1, TopTube Mounts: Yes, Rack Mounts: Rear: yes / Front: yes, low rider, Three-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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Click for Geometrical Chart

SUPPORTIVE DOCUMENTS:

Click for Bicycle Owner's Manual

Click for ASTM 2 Framesheet

Click for ASTM Riding Conditions Classifications

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