2026 Salsa Fargo Apex S1000 AXS Transmission - Peat Moss

Fargo Apex S1000 AXS Transmission is built for all your mixed-terrain adventures, whether you're embarking on an evening escape or an open-ended journey. Its triple-butted steel frame and Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe fork combine for a smooth ride feel that's comfortable enough for all-day riding and durable enough for the unexpected. Alternator 1.0 Flat Mount dropouts give you ample options for drivetrain, wheel and tire size, and wheelbase. Frame and fork cargo mounts let you load up on supplies for far-and-wide wandering. The SRAM Apex - S1000 AXS Transmission drivetrain ensures fast, accurate shifts even while pedaling under load, making it easier and smoother to climb mountain passes with a month's worth of gear. Fargo's comfort, versatility, and durability make it one of the best steel bikepacking bike options out there.

Features

On-Bike Storage

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

Alternator Dropouts

• Adjusts chainstay length to modify ride traits and tire fit (with adjustable swing plates)
• Tensions chain for single-speed use (with adjustable swing plates)
• Gives riders upgrade options

Frame Specs

• Design Wheel/Tire Sizes 29" Wheels: 41-76mm (1.6"-3.0") SM-XL, 41-66mm (1.6"-2.6") XS
• Alternate Wheel/Tire Sizes 27.5" wheels: 47-76mm (1.85"-3.0") all sizes
  26" wheels: 2.75"-3.0" all sizes
• Max Tire Outer Diameter Tire Clearance Frame: 29 x 3.0" (29 x 2.6" on XS size)
  Tire Clearance Fork: 29 x 3.0"
• Frame Construction Triple-butted CroMoly Steel
• Fork Construction Carbon
• Suspension Fork Length (Travel) 506mm (100mm travel)
• Rigid Fork Length 483mm
• Fork Offset 51mm
• Rear Spacing Boost 148mm; 142mm thru-axle or 135mm quick-release with Alternator Reduction Plates
• Rear Axle Size 148mm, 12 x 175L, TP = 1.0, TL = 14
• Rear Brake (Rotor) Flat mount (140-160mm rotor), flat-mount frame standard (35mm thickness), 42mm bolt length
• Front Brake (Rotor) Flat mount (160-180 mm rotor), flat-mount frame standard (35 mm thickness), 42 mm bolt length
• Headset - Upper ZS44
• Headset - Lower EC44
• Front Spacing Boost 110mm
• Front Axle Size 110mm, 15 x 135L, TP=1.5, TL=12
• Steerer Tube 28.6mm, tapered
• Crown Race Integrated crown race SHIS 40, 36-degree angle
• Seatpost 27.2mm
• Dropper Post Compatible No
• Seatpost Clamp 30mm
• Front Derailleur Clamp 148mm rear spacing: high direct-mount (29mm offset) Problem Solvers Bracket (FS1328) / 142mm rear spacing: high direct-mount (26.5mm offset) via 28.6mm clamp Problem Solvers Bracket (FS1326)
• Derailluer Hanger Salsa Alternator UDH Right, thru-axle M12 x 1.0 TP, with fender mount. Salsa Alternator 1.0 Flat Mount left, thru-axle, (35mm), with fender mount
• Bottom Bracket 73mm BSA, threaded
• Crankset (Max Ring) 1x crankset: 36t max Boost, 34t non-Boost, 46t Gates Belt Drive Sprocket; 2x crankset: 42/28t max Boost and non-Boost
• Accessory Mounts Downtube Accessory Mounts: 1
  Rack Mounts Frame: Yes, Salsa Alternator Plus Rack recommended
  Rack Mounts Fork: Yes, lowrider compatible. Salsa Down Under rack recommended
• Bottle Mounts Frame: Size XS=2, Sizes SM-XL=3
  Fork: One set of 3-pack mounts on each fork leg
• Front Fender Mounts Fender Mounts Fork: Bolt-on only
• Rear Fender Mounts Fender Mounts Frame: Yes

Additional Features

Triple Butted CroMoly Tubeset

Salsa-designed, triple-butted, and frame size-specific seamless CroMoly tubing

Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe fork

With trail-taming compliance and abrasion-resistant plates in high-wear areas, the Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe fork is designed for the rigors of rides that cover multiple road surfaces in unpredictable conditions.

Fargo Geometry

Designed as a drop bar mountain bike, optimized for fit with the Salsa Woodchipper or Cowchipper handlebars. Capable of handling everything from technical singletrack trails, two-track, gravel, and the occasional paved road. Predictable handling with or without a load. The bike to ride for multiple-surface excursions

Alternator 1.0 Flat Mount dropouts

Our renowned Alternator rear dropout grants you ultimate drivetrain versatility. Go geared or single speed, QR or thru-axle, freehub, Rohloff, or Gates Belt Drive. Fargo comes equipped with a Boost-spaced thru-axle plates that are compatible with flat-mount brakes and ready for a rack and fenders. Different plates may be required for other drivetrain setups. Alternator also lets you adjust your wheelbase: set them all the way forward for a shorter wheelbase that results in quick and nimble handling or set them back for more stability.

Belt Drive Compatible

Tested and certified for belt drive use

29 x 2.2" Wheel/Tire Spec

This wheel and tire size rolls fast, keeps weight down and offers excellent maneuverability

Multiple Wheel Size Versatility

Fargo geometry and spacing can accommodate 275+, 29:, and, on sizes small to x-large, 29+ making for a highly capable bike that's ready for just about any endeavor

Cargo-friendly

Designed for use with Salsa Alternator Plus Rack 135/142/148 in the rear. The fork is compatible with Salsa Down Under Rack or Anything Cage HD using the Three-Pack mounts.

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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.