SALSA CYCLES JOURNEYER FLAT BAR DEORE 700C | Freewheeling Flat Bar Gravel
From daily commutes to gravel rides and bikepacking. A versatile all-road bike that lets you venture far without a second thought.
You want to use it daily for commuting, but also explore unknown roads on weekends. The SALSA CYCLES JOURNEYER FLAT BAR DEORE 700C is a flat bar gravel bike that meets all your demanding needs.
With the stability and intuitive handling unique to flat bars, it's designed to be easy for even first-time sport bike riders. It rides lightly on paved roads while offering confident control on gravel and forest trails.
The newly designed 6061-T6 aluminum frame and Fantail Deluxe aluminum fork prioritize comfort and load-carrying capacity. It maintains stable handling even when equipped with racks, fenders, and various bags, making it suitable for long rides and bikepacking.
The standard 700c x 38mm tires balance cruising performance on pavement with traction on gravel. Coupled with the reliable shifting performance of the Shimano Deore drivetrain, this bike allows you to enjoy a wide range of fields, from daily commutes to weekend adventures.
Features
- Lightweight and durable 6061-T6 aluminum frame
- Fantail Deluxe aluminum fork (12x100mm thru-axle)
- Shimano Deore drivetrain
- Stable handling with flat handlebars
- Wide tire clearance, compatible with up to 700c x 56mm or 650b x 59mm (27.5 x 2.3 inches)
- Full-length internal cable routing
- Dropper post internal routing compatible
- Flat mount disc brake standard
- Front and rear rack mounts and fender mounts
- Top tube and down tube mounts
- Three-Pack mounts on both sides of the fork
- Compatible with 700c / 650b dual wheel sizes
- Salsa Salt Flat Handlebar (11° backsweep / 6° upsweep)
SPEC
- Frame: 6061-T6 Aluminum
- Fork: Fantail Deluxe Aluminum (12x100mm)
- Drivetrain: Shimano Deore
- Standard Tires: Teravail Washburn 700c x 38mm
- Compatible Wheel Sizes: 700c / 650b
- Max Tire Size: 700c x 56mm / 650b x 59mm (27.5 x 2.3 inches)
- Complete Bike Weight: Approx. 11.34kg (MD size / including pedals)
- Rack and Fender Compatible
If drop handlebars feel a bit intimidating, this flat bar model is highly recommended.
Its intuitive operation and clear visibility make it safe to ride both in the city and on gravel. The ease of handling, especially when carrying luggage, is a unique appeal of flat bars.
The Deore components provide stable shifting performance, making it perfect for daily commutes or rides to school, and then heading straight to forest trails or gravel on weekends.
This bike is recommended for those who want to balance the joy of a sport bike with the practicality of a daily tool.
