2026 Salsa Stormchaser Single Speed - Charcoal Blue

Stormchaser Single Speed is our minimalist gravel bike. It thrives in gritty, muddy conditions with its simple single-speed drivetrain and extra tire clearance. The 6066-T6 alloy frame features our impact-absorbing Class 5™ VRS frame design, paired with a carbon fork to further reduce road vibrations for all-day comfort. Alternator Flat Mount dropouts make chain tensioning easy and also accommodate 1x geared drivetrains (with Alternator Flat Mount geared dropout plate, 465 Derailleur Hanger, and Axle Stud Kit, sold separately). Cargo mounts on the frame and fork let you load up for long rides without resupply. Stormchaser Single Speed comes equipped with a 17- and 18-tooth cog - go with the 17 for faster days and flatter routes, or the 18 for courses with more climbing. Stormchaser is a comfortable, reliable single speed gravel bike that's unphased by the ugliest road conditions.

Features

On-Bike Storage

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

Class 5 VRS

• Comfort equates to speed and distance over rough terrain
• Rider benefit is inherent to the design

Frame Protection

• Our products are built from experience - we've been there enough to know that a carbon fork can benefit from added protection just as much as the downtube on a suspension bike.

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 700c x 42 mm
• Alternate Wheel/Tire Sizes 700c x 32-50 mm; 650b x 47-50 mm
• Suspension Fork Length (Travel) N/A
• Rigid Fork Length 420 mm
• Fork Offset 51 mm
• Rear Spacing 12 x 142 mm TA
• Rear Axle Size M12 x 167L, TP = 1.5, TL = 20 mm (NOTE, DOES NOT FIT SALSA DEABOLT W/ LEVER. DEADBOLT UL TOOLED AXLE ONLY)
• Rear Brake (Rotor) Flat mount frame standard, 20 mm thickness, 27 mm bolt length (140-160 mm rotor)
• Front Brake (Rotor) Flat mount frame standard, 35 mm thickness, 42 mm bolt length (160 mm rotor only)
• Headset - Upper IS41
• Headset - Lower IS52
• Front Spacing 12 x 100 mm TA
• Front Axle Size M12 x 120L, TP = 1.5, TL = 12 mm
• Crown Race Integrated SHIS 40, 36° Angle
• Stem Clamp 28.6 mm
• Seatpost 27.2 mm
• Dropper Post Compatible Yes (internal)
• Seatpost Clamp 32.0 mm
• Front Derailleur Clamp N/A
• Front Derailleur Type N/A
• Derailluer Hanger Hanger 465, QBP# FS2322 (Requires geared Alternator Flat Mount Plate, QBP# FS0719, and Hanger Axle/Stud Kit, QBP# FS1181)
• Bottom Bracket 73 mm BSA, threaded
• Crankset (Max Ring) Single Speed: 1x crankset, 40t max, Race Face/Easton 51 mm chainline, single speed only; Geared: 1x crankset only, 38t max, 49 mm MTN chainline, 168 Q-factor min.
• Accessory Mounts Rear Rack Mounts: Yes, universal rack rear compatible. Salsa Post-Lock seat collar required. Salsa Wanderlust Rack recommended; Downtube Accessory Mounts: One; Top Tube Mounts: Yes, compatible with Salsa EXP Series Top Tube bag; Three-Pack Mounts: One mount per fork leg; Rack Mounts: 165 mm Low-rider compatible. Salsa Down Under rack recommended.
• Bottle Mounts Frames up to 56 cm: 2 in main triangle. Frames 57.5 cm and larger: 3 in main triangle.
• Front Fender Mounts Yes, required fender hardware included.
• Rear Fender Mounts Yes, required fender hardware included.

Additional Features

Class 5™ VRS

The Class 5™ Vibration Reduction System has specially shaped seatstays with a tall, thin, vertically oriented profile that promotes vertical compliance by allowing the seatstays to "flex" outwards on impacts. The horizontally oriented chainstays work to resist torque and maintain a laterally stiff rear end. The seatstays and chainstays lack bridges, furthering the full length of the stays to contribute to flexibility. And a rear thru-axle delivers precise tracking while allowing the seatstays to provide that incredible compliance

Gravel Race Geometry

Stormchaser features geometry similar to our Warbird gravel race bike. Stormchaser places the rider in a position that can be maintained for hours on end over bumpy B-roads and loose surfaces, drastically reducing fatigue. A low bottom bracket and stable wheelbase help keep the tires planted and boost confidence. A long top tube paired with a short stem provides increased stability at high speed and on rough descents

Multiple Wheel Size Compatibility

Stormchaser fits up to 700c x 50mm OR 650b x 50 mm wheels/tires. Choose the wheel size that best meets your needs, or set up a second wheel set so your Stormchaser is optimized for the ride at hand

Two Cogs

Stormchaser comes with both a 17t and 18t cog installed. Coupled with the sliding Alternator Flat Mount dropouts, this allows for easy gearing adjustments based on route difficulty

Abrasion Plates on Fork

Integrated plates on the fork minimize abrasion from mud and debris

Extra Mud Clearance

Stormchaser has 40% more mud clearance than Warbird (measured with a 700c x 42 mm tire)

Alternator Flat Mount Dropout

15 mm of dropout adjustability (435-450 mm)

Bottle Capacity

2-3 bottle mounts inside main triangle (57.5 cm and above can accommodate 3), 1 accessory mount on underside of downtube, 2 bottle mounts possible on fork via Three-Pack mounts

Fender Mounts

Full-coverage fenders allow for longer, more pleasant rides in wet weather

Wide Bar Spec

Wider handlebars improve leverage for single speeding and control in poor conditions. Bar width is relative to frame size-49 cm bikes come with 40 cm Cowchippers; 61 cm bikes come with 52 cm Cowchippers

Three-Pack Fork Mounts

Two Three-Pack mounts on the fork allow for additional water, food, and accessory storage

Front and Rear Rack Mounts

Mid-blade mounts of the fork allow for front racks such as the Salsa Down Under, designed for carrying touring panniers; also compatible with the Salsa Wanderlust rear rack when used with a Salsa Rack-Lock seatpost collar

Top Tube Accessory Mounts

Top tube bolt-on mounts are designed for Salsa EXP Series Top Tube Bag or K-Edge Top Tube Computer Mount

Internal Cable Routing

Internal tubes guide brake, shift, and dynamo cables through the frame, simplifying setup and maintenance

Stealth Dropper Post Routing

Accommodates 27.2mm dropper posts for more confident descending at high speeds on rough, unpredictable gravel roads

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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.