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2019 Salsa

Warroad C Frameset

A carbon frame gravel frameset with hydraulic disc brakes.

Manufacturer Price

$1,319$2,199
Weight1.2 kg (frame)  
FrameCarbon
SuspensionRigid
ForkCarbon
Wheels700c
BrakesHydraulic Disc
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Sizing
49cm

142cm – 157cm

52.5cm

155cm – 165cm

54.5cm

162cm – 173cm

56cm

170cm – 180cm

57.5cm

178cm – 188cm

59cm

185cm – 193cm

61cm

190cm +

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Reviews

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.

Pros
  • 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

Cons
  • 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

Key Quotes
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'
Cyclist logoCyclist
Designed 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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Salsa Warroad review

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

Highs
  • Stable and confidence inspiring

  • Quick accelerations

  • Fast overall feel

Lows
  • Somewhat harsher than expected

  • Potentially slightly held back by the spec choices

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road.cc
Salsa Warroad

Sept 2019 · Stu Kerton

Covers distances quickly but for me lacks excitement on the road or gravel, and expensive compared with rivals

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Bicycling
The Salsa Warroad Is a Killer All-Road Bike

Jun 2019

The aggressive design makes the Warroad ideal for road riders who like to veer off-road.

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Warroad Carbon, 56cm: 2 lb 10 oz (frame only) / 56cm: 4 lb 5 oz (frame, fork, axles, seat collar, headset)

BB StandardBB86/BB92, Press Fit

ColorBlack

Fork

Warroad Carbon Deluxe

Shock

N/A

Bottom Bracket

BB86 Pressfit

Headset

Cane Creek 40

Seatpost

27.2mm

TypeRigid

Groupset
Brakes

140–160mm, flat mount frame standard 20mm thickness, 27mm bolt length

TypeHydraulic Disc

Wheels
Tires

Tire Size Range for 622 / 29" Wheels: 28–35mm (1.1–1.4")

Disc Rotors

140–160mm, flat mount frame standard 20mm thickness, 27mm bolt length

Accessories
Racks

Compatible with the Salsa Wanderlust Rack when using the optional Salsa Rack-Lock seat collar

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First added 18 March

Last updated 30 May