2026 Salsa Confluence Apex 1 - Avocado Green

We designed the Confluence Apex 1 to be the best gravel ebike for squeezing more adventure into each day. With a lightweight MAHLE hub-drive system putting out 40Nm of torque, it's just the boost you need to head out for that lunch ride you deserve or that extra spin when your legs are feeling weary. Confluence's aluminum frame and carbon fork are designed around geometry that puts you in a comfortable and stable position - especially important for putting in more miles at higher average speeds. Our on-bike cargo features let you bring all you need for those extra miles, and the e-assist lets you overpack without worrying about the weight penalty. Rounding it all out is SRAM's Apex 1 drivetrain, delivering plenty of reliable gear range for wherever you point it. Charge Your Adventure with Confluence Apex 1.

• Meets UL 2849, and UL 2271 certification

Features

Bar, Stem, Seatpost

• Bar, stem, and seatpost models are spec'd on bikes with the goal of making them as inclusive as possible, such as zero-rise handlebars on small flat-bar bikes to achieve proper stack height

On-Bike Storage

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

Frame Specs

• Max Tire Outer Diameter 700 x 50mm
• Frame Construction Aluminum
• Fork Construction Carbon
• Fork Offset 50mm
• Rear Spacing 136mm
• Rear Axle Size 10x1mm
• Rear Brake (Rotor) Flat-mount
• Front Brake (Rotor) Flat-mount (160mm)
• Headset - Upper IS41
• Headset - Lower IS52
• Front Spacing 12x100mm
• Front Axle Size M12xTP1.5x120mm
• Steerer Tube 350mm
• Crown Race Integrated
• Stem Clamp Yes (internal)
• Seatpost 27.2mm
• Seatpost Clamp 32.0mm
• Front Derailleur Clamp 31.8mm
• Front Derailleur Type Down swing, down pull
• Derailluer Hanger 10x1mm threaded 136mm proprietary spacing/with proprietary derailleur hanger
• Bottom Bracket 68mm BSA threaded
• Crankset (Max Ring) 1x: 42t max (47mm chainline); 2x: 48/33t max (47mm chainline)
• Accessory Mounts Downtube Accessory Mounts: No; Rack Mounts (frame): Yes
• Bottle Mounts 2
• Fork Mounts Bottle Mounts: Three-Pack mounts (two sets); Rack Mounts (fork): Yes
• Front Fender Mounts Yes
• Rear Fender Mounts Yes

Additional Features

6061-T6 alloy frame

Confluence's aluminum alloy tubing is developed specifically for the Confluence frame, and is heat-treated to T6 alloy standards for extra strength and durability.

Carbon fiber fork

The Confluence Carbon fork is lightweight, comfortable, cargo-ready, and gives you loads of tire clearance to play with.

MAHLE X35+ Class 1 hub-drive system

This Class 1 rear hub-drive motor delivers electric assist up to 20mph/32kph. It's one of the lightest ebike systems in-market, and its low-profile appearance mean that Confluence looks like a regular gravel bike.

40Nm max torque

Up to 40Nm of assist that feels natural, not overwhelming. The MAHLE X35+ system offers three assist levels, and sensors detect when you're pedaling to moderate the level of support generated at the hub.

250Wh internal battery

You can't see it, but you'll certainly feel it. MAHLE's 250Wh battery is nestled inside Confluence's downtube. This battery size hits the ideal combination of efficiency and weight for what we designed Confluence to do.

Capable of up to 458Wh with MAHLE Range Extender battery? (sold separately)

Easily increase your range for bigger adventures with a Range Extender battery available from MAHLE.

iWOC One compact remote top tube controller

Minimal and intuitive controller displays battery status and allows you to cycle through assist modes with one button.

Connected if you want to be

The MAHLE system offers Ant+ connectivity for third party devices, and Bluetooth® for app integration. MAHLE's MySmartBike app allows for customization, metrics, mapping, and more.

Massive 700c x 50mm tire clearance

Confluence fits up to 700c x 50mm tires, so you can ride those lesser-traveled tracks. 700c x 42mm maximum tire clearance when equipped with fenders.

On-bike cargo features

Attach front and rear racks to your Confluence for serious cargo capacity, or use the sleeker Three-Pack mounts for extra water bottles or our EXP Series Anything Cage HD to pack a cooking kit, extra layers, or whatever else you dream up.

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?? WARNING:

This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.