We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve teamed up with Salsa Cycles to give away a complete Journeyman Sora 650B to one lucky Bikepacking Collective member. Read on for details about the Journeyman and how you can win one here…

We have something extra special for our latest Collective Reward gear giveaway. Thanks to a generous contribution from the team at Salsa Cycles, one lucky Bikepacking Collective member will receive a complete Salsa Journeyman Sora 650B bike in their choice of size (50-59.5cm) and color (teal and purple). That’s a $1,199 value, and we couldn’t be more excited for one of our supporters to have a Journeyman of their own.

For those who missed it in our review or 2019 Gear of the Year Awards, the Salsa Journeyman is a versatile bike platform that “provides features the cycling enthusiast is looking for to take on their first gravel race or their first ramble down that old ‘B’ road.” In short, the Journeyman is packed with versatility and capability, and is a joy to ride. Its relaxed geometry and versatility is suited for gravel road rambling and bikepacking alike. It’s also a great option for mountain bikers looking to diversify their quiver. Be sure to read our review (with photos from the Prairie Breaks bikepacking route). And scroll down to find details about the Sora model we’re giving away.

Want a Chance to Win?

Please note that only members with a US shipping address are eligible for this particular giveaway. All other giveaways and benefits are open to our members everywhere in the world.

Everyone who has joined our Bikepacking Collective by 11:59 PM on Friday, April 17th, is automatically entered for the Salsa Journeyman and many other prizes. Our members are essential to ensuring the future of the site, and receive two issues of The Bikepacking Journal in the mail each year, plus have access to lots of other great member benefits like discounts and giveaways. We’re largely reader supported, and every member makes a difference.

Salsa Journeyman Review, bikepacking
  • Salsa Journeyman Review, bikepacking
  • Salsa Journeyman Review, bikepacking

Salsa Journeyman Sora 650B Highlights

Journeyman Specific Aluminum Tubing

Journeyman utilizes the same custom toptube and downtube we developed for the Warbird Aluminum, with new seatstays, chainstays, and dropouts in 6061-T6 aluminum to match. The entire frame is then heat treated to T6 alloy standards for extra strength and durability

650b x 2.1” Wheel/Tire Spec

650b wheels with 2.1” tires provide a high-volume, plush ride and increased traction for increased stability on rougher surfaces

Salsa Cowbell Drop Bar Handlebar

Drop bars provide multiple hand positions, increasing comfort and efficiency on long rides. They also provide the rider a more aerodynamic position when stiff headwinds arise

Fantail Deluxe Fork

Feature-packed carbon fork with a tapered steerer and flat-mount brake. A crown light mount, fender eyelets, mid-blade mounts for low-rider racks, and Three-Pack mounts for our Anything Cages or water bottles help add to the potential length of your rides

Journeyman Geometry

Journeyman geometry was developed from years of riding our Vaya and Warbird. Taking cues from both, Journeyman is comfortable stable and confidence inspiring whether it’s your daily driver, you’re ripping up dirt paths into and through town, exploring unfamiliar terrain, or entering your first gravel race. Spirited when you want it to be, but relaxed enough to leave you with the energy for long rides

Full-Length Internal Cable Routing

Full-length housing improves shifting performance in poor conditions and increases use time between maintenance intervals. Internal routing for a clean, uncluttered look.

Front and Rear Fender Mount

Integrated front and rear fender mounts for drier riding in inclement weather.

Front and Rear Rack Compatible

Low-rider rack capability on the fork with mid-blade mounts with integrated mounts for a rear rack. For optimal rear rack fit, we recommend our Wanderlust Rack

Toptube Bag Mounts

Install bolt-on top tube bags using Journeyman’s integrated toptube mounts

  • Frame Journeyman Drop Bar
  • Fork Fantail Deluxe Fork with Three-Pack Mounts
  • Color Teal or Purple
  • Front Der Shimano Sora
  • Rear Der Shimano Sora 9-speed
  • Cassette SunRace 9-speed 11-34t
  • Chain KMC X9
  • Crankset FSA Vero Pro Adventure, 46/30t
  • Shifter Shimano Sora
  • Brakes & Rotors Promax DSK-330R flat mount 160 mm
  • Headset VP sealed bearing
  • Stem Salsa Guide
  • Handlebar Salsa Cowbell
  • Grips Salsa Gel Cork Bar Tape
  • Seatpost 27.2 x 350mm
  • Saddle WTB Volt Sport 142
  • Front Wheel Formula, 32h, 100mm, WTB STP i23 TCS 650b, 2.0mm spokes, brass nipples
  • Rear Wheel Formula, 32h, 135mm, WTB STP i23 TCS 650b, 2.0mm spokes, brass nipples
  • Tires WTB Nano 27.5 x 2.1 Comp

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