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Warroad Carbon Force 1 650
A carbon frame gravel bike with high-end components and sram force hydraulic disc brakes.
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$4,399| Weight | 18.9 lbs |
|---|---|
| Frame | Carbon |
| Suspension | Rigid |
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 650b Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | Force |
| Brakes | SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
4'7" – 5'2"
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5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'4"
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Summary
The Salsa Warroad is a versatile gravel bike that excels in mixed conditions, offering a blend of road efficiency and off-road capability. It's praised for its lightweight carbon frame, aggressive gearing, and the ability to accommodate both 700c and 650b wheels with ample tire clearance. However, some reviews note a firmer ride and twitchy handling on gravel, alongside a higher price point compared to rivals.
Lightweight carbon frame with versatile wheel and tire compatibility
Aggressive gearing suitable for hard riding
Stable and confidence-inspiring on high-speed descents and rough terrain
Responsive handling and quick acceleration
Equipped with multiple eyelet mounts for accessories
Firmer ride quality, especially on rough surfaces
Twitchy handling on gravel compared to dedicated gravel bikes
Higher price point than some competitors
Limited excitement when pushing hard on road or gravel
The Warroad is as close as you can hope to get to a bike that can handle big-time gravel yet still feel lively on pavement.Bicycling
'road with a side of gravel'
CyclistDesigned as a bit of an all-rounder, there is very little the Salsa Warroad can't do – it's capable on the road, on the gravel and everything in between.
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Mar 2020 · Stu Bowers
A versatile bike that will guarantee grin factor on or off road, but potentially even bigger smiles after a few considered component swaps
Stable and confidence inspiring
Quick accelerations
Fast overall feel
Somewhat harsher than expected
Potentially slightly held back by the spec choices
Sep 2019 · Stu Kerton
Covers distances quickly but for me lacks excitement on the road or gravel, and expensive compared with rivals
Jun 2019
The aggressive design makes the Warroad ideal for road riders who like to veer off-road.
| Frame | Warroad Carbon BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Color: Raw Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Warroad Carbon Deluxe |
| Shock | N/A |
| Bottom Bracket | BB86 PressFit |
| Headset | Cane Creek 40 |
| Stem | Salsa Guide |
| Handlebar | Salsa Cowbell Deluxe |
| Saddle | WTB Volt 135 Race |
| Seatpost | Salsa Guide Deluxe Type: Rigid |
| Grips | MSW HBT-300 |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force 1 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | SRAM Force 1, 42t |
| Shifters | SRAM Force 1 |
| Cassette | SRAM XG1150, 10-42t |
| Chain | SRAM PC1110 |
| Brakes | SRAM Force 1 HRD, 160mm rotor Type: SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Front: WTB Proterra 28h 100 x 12mm, WTB KOM Light i23 650b, Rear: WTB Proterra 28h 142 x 12mm, WTB KOM Light i23 650b |
|---|---|
| Tires | WTB Byway 650 x 47mm Tanwall, DNA, TCS |
| Disc Rotors | 160 mm, flat mount rear standard, 35mm thickness, 42mm bolt length |
First added August 14
Last updated August 14
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