SALSA Fargo Steel Frameset | Drop Bar Mountain Frame Born for Free Adventures
Combines the supple ride characteristic of chromoly with exceptional carrying capacity. This adventure frameset lets you freely enjoy gravel, bikepacking, and singletrack.
From paved roads to gravel, and deep into the mountains. The SALSA Fargo is a quintessential "drop bar mountain" bike, built to keep you riding regardless of the terrain.
The frame features Salsa's original triple-butted CroMoly tubing. It maintains stability even when fully loaded and provides a supple ride that reduces fatigue during long journeys.
The fork is equipped with the Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe Fork. In addition to superior vibration absorption, its Three-Pack Mounts offer excellent carrying capacity, providing a significant advantage for long tours and bikepacking.
With generous tire clearance for up to 29x3.0 inches, it also accommodates 27.5+ and 26+. Furthermore, the Alternator 1.0 Flat Mount dropout allows for a wide range of drivetrain configurations, including single-speed and belt drive.
It comes equipped with numerous mounts for racks, fenders, and cargo cages. The greatest charm of the Fargo is its versatility, allowing you to customize it to your style rather than fitting into a predefined category.
This frameset is for riders who enjoy the detours along the way more than the destination itself.
Features
- Salsa original triple-butted CroMoly steel frame
- High comfort and carrying capacity with Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe Fork
- Large tire clearance for up to 29x3.0 inches
- Compatible with a wide range of wheel sizes including 27.5+ and 26+
- Equipped with Alternator 1.0 Flat Mount dropout
- Supports single-speed and belt drive
- High expandability supporting Boost 148mm, 142mm, and 135mm QR
- Abundant mounts for racks, fenders, and cargo cages
- Adventure geometry with high stability even when loaded
- Versatile for gravel, bikepacking, and singletrack
SPEC
- Frame: Fargo Triple-Butted CroMoly Steel
- Fork: Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe Fork
- Color: Peat Moss
- Headset: FSA Orbit ITA
- Frame Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz (including fork / axle / headset)
- Wheel Size: 29" / 27.5" / 26" compatible
- Max Tire Clearance: 29×3.0" (29×2.6" for XS)
- Rear Spacing: Boost 148mm / 142mm TA / 135mm QR compatible
- Front Spacing: Boost 110mm
- Rear Brake: Flat Mount (140〜160mm rotor)
- Front Brake: Flat Mount (160〜180mm rotor)
- Bottom Bracket: 73mm BSA Threaded
- Seatpost Diameter: 27.2mm
- Seatpost Clamp: 30mm
- Headset Upper: ZS44
- Headset Lower: EC44
- Rack Mount: Front / Rear compatible
- Fork Mount: Three-Pack Mount compatible
- Bottle Mount: XS=2, SM-XL=3
- Belt Drive Compatible
The Fargo is less a typical gravel bike and more aptly described as a "tool for travel."
Its stability when loaded for long distances is exceptionally high, and the smooth, chromoly ride prevents fatigue even on extended rides. Conversely, with wider tires, it has the versatility to actively enjoy singletrack and forest roads.
While riding it as a complete bike is certainly appealing, the true enjoyment of this bike expands further when built up from the frameset to suit your specific use.
For those who want to create their own unique touring bike—neither a gravel bike nor an MTB—the Fargo remains a special choice. This frameset is highly recommended for anyone looking for a bike they can commit to for the long haul.
