Salsa Cycles | 2024 Journeyer Apex 1 700c

Built to chase gravel roads, commute farther, and turn every route into an adventure.

The Salsa Journeyer Apex 1 700c is a versatile aluminum gravel bike designed for riders who want a capable all-road machine for gravel riding, commuting, bikepacking, and everyday exploration.

Built around Salsa’s Journeyer thru-axle aluminum platform paired with the lightweight Waxwing carbon fork, the 2024 Journeyer Apex 1 combines stable gravel geometry, adventure-ready mounting options, tubeless-ready wheels, and SRAM Apex 1 simplicity into a highly versatile gravel bike that feels equally comfortable on pavement, gravel roads, rough backroads, and urban riding.

Key Features

• Journeyer Aluminum Gravel Frame
Lightweight aluminum frame with gravel-focused geometry and multiple mounting points for racks, fenders, and adventure accessories.

• Waxwing Carbon Fork
Carbon gravel fork improves front-end comfort, steering precision, and vibration reduction while supporting cargo and accessory mounts.

• SRAM Apex 1x11-Speed Drivetrain
Simple and reliable 1x drivetrain delivers wide-range gearing and dependable gravel-ready performance.

• Tubeless-Ready Gravel Tires
700x38c tubeless-ready tires provide efficient rolling speed with added traction and comfort on mixed terrain.

• Adventure-Ready Versatility
Compatible with commuting, gravel riding, light touring, and bikepacking setups thanks to extensive frame and fork mounting options.

Technical Specifications

• Category
Aluminum Gravel Bike

• Discipline
Gravel, Road, Urban/Other

• Frame
Journeyer Drop-Bar Thru-Axle Aluminum Frame

• Fork
Waxwing Carbon Fork

• Headset
FSA NO.42 ACB IS-2

• Rear Derailleur
SRAM Apex 1

• Front Derailleur
N/A

• Shifters
SRAM Apex 1

• Crankset
SRAM Apex 1, 40T

• Cassette
SRAM PG-1130, 11-42T, 11-Speed

• Chain
SRAM PC-1110

• Brakes
Tektro MD-C550 Mechanical Disc Brakes

• Brake Rotors
Tektro TR160-22 Rotors, 160mm

• Front Wheel
WTB Serra 12x100mm Hub, WTB ST i23 700c Rim, 28H

• Rear Wheel
WTB Serra HG10 12x142mm Hub, WTB ST i23 700c Rim, 28H

• Tires
Teravail Washburn 700x38c, 60 TPI, Tubeless Ready

• Handlebar
Salsa Cowbell 3, 31.8mm

• Stem
Salsa Guide 31.8, 6-Degree

• Seatpost
Salsa Guide 27.2 x 350mm

• Saddle
WTB Volt Medium Steel, 142 x 265mm

• Bar Tape
Black Cork

• Weight
22 lbs (56cm, with pedals)

• Color Options
Red-Orange (#C74A2A)

Geometry

Built for riders seeking a versatile gravel bike capable of commuting, adventure riding, bikepacking, and mixed terrain exploration.