Salsa Cycles | 2023 Journeyer Sora 700c

An accessible gravel bike built for dirt roads, daily rides, and all-road adventures.

The Salsa Journeyer Sora 700c is a versatile aluminum gravel bike designed for riders looking to explore gravel roads, commute comfortably, and enjoy mixed-terrain riding with dependable performance and adventure-ready capability.

Built around Salsa’s Journeyer thru-axle aluminum platform paired with the Waxwing carbon fork, the 2023 Journeyer combines stable gravel geometry, practical mounting options, smooth rolling 700c wheels, and Shimano Sora shifting into a capable all-road bike that feels equally at home on pavement, dirt roads, urban paths, and weekend bikepacking adventures.

Key Features

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

• Waxwing Carbon Fork
Carbon fork improves comfort, steering precision, and vibration reduction while supporting cargo and bikepacking setups.

• Shimano Sora 2x9-Speed Drivetrain
Reliable Shimano Sora components provide versatile gearing for climbing, commuting, and mixed-terrain riding.

• 700x38c Gravel Tires
Fast-rolling gravel tires balance pavement efficiency with traction and control on dirt and gravel surfaces.

• Adventure-Ready Mounting Options
Compatible with racks, fenders, Anything Cages, and additional accessories for commuting and touring versatility.

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
Shimano Sora R3000 Medium Cage

• Front Derailleur
Shimano Sora R3000

• Shifters
Shimano Sora R3000 2x9-Speed

• Crankset
Shimano MT210, 46/30T

• Cassette
Shimano HG200, 11-34T, 9-Speed

• Chain
KMC X9

• Brakes
Tektro MD-C550 Mechanical Disc Brakes

• Brake Rotors
Tektro TR160-22, 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, 30 TPI

• 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
24 lbs (56cm, with pedals)

• Color Options
Black (#111111)

Geometry

Built for riders seeking an approachable and versatile gravel bike capable of commuting, mixed-terrain riding, and everyday adventure.