Salsa Cycles was founded in the early 80's by Ross Shafer. In the early (and often wild) days, Salsa Cycles focused on the manufacture of frames and stems during a time that saw the emergence of off-road bicycles. In 1997, Salsa Cycles was sold to Quality Bicycle Products, an industry leading distributor of bicycles in the U.S.

Backed by the finances of a large distributor, Salsa Cycles was able to flourish by developing pioneering bikes, considered too niche to the big players. This process meant they often found themselves spearheading emerging trends in the industry.

The brand’s portfolio now ranges from top end carbon frames to parts and accessories and remains highly innovative. The Cutthroat was specifically developed to race the Tour Divide. Fast. Their Warbird is often regarded as the first gravel race bike whilst Anything Cages are a household name in the world of cargo cages.

Salsa believe a sense of adventure makes life better. That the bicycle can be so much more than just a bike; it’s a path to new places, new people, and amazing experiences.

THE salsa RANGE

Salsa Warroad all-road bike

“80% road, 20% whatever”: the unofficial motto of Warroad. The carbon frameset is as light and responsive as you’d want in a road machine, with Class 5™ VRS for compliance when the road runs out. Endurance road geometry positions you for long-haul comfort, and extra frame and fork mounts help keep you supplied for all-day rides.

Compatibility with both 700c and 650b wheels make this a versatile machine ready for wherever you ride. The Warroad is the ultimate all-road bike, fast enough to keep up on the local chaingang but with clearance for tyres that will allow you to drop onto the trails at any point.

salsa Cutthroat gravel bike

2,700 miles. 200,000 feet of climbing. Smooth gravel, rough forest roads, and singletrack all in the same day for weeks on end. This is the Tour Divide and Cutthroat is engineered to thrive on it. The lightweight carbon frameset is stiff where it matters for power transfer and Salsa’s Class 5™ VRS provides compliance where comfort is the priority. The drop-bar mountain bike geometry puts you in position to conquer all-day efforts on nearly any surface. Cutthroat comes with a variety of mounts for water and gear to help you haul everything you’ll need until the next opportunity for resupply.

salsa Warbird Gravel bike

Warbird Carbon is a high-tech gravel race rig. The carbon frame features Salsa’s Class 5™ VRS, cutting down on the harsh bumps that take a toll on your body. Warbird’s geometry emphasizes stability and comfort, for a smooth ride feel you’ll be thankful for on long days in challenging conditions. Plentiful frame and fork mounts mean you can bring everything from extra bottles to a bikepacking kit on your rides. Saddle up and chase podiums on the best gravel race bike you’ll ride.

salsa Stormchaser gravel bike

The Stormchaser Single Speed gravel bike is for the days when the course presents a challenge or you want to make your own challenge. The 6066-T6 alloy frame and carbon fork come together for a durable, efficient platform, designed with Class 5™ VRS to soaks up chatter on rough roads. The alternator Flat Mount dropouts allow for easy, solid single speed setups or 1x drivetrains (with geared dropout plate, sold separately). Frame protection at the fork and chainstay prevents wear from the elements. Mounts for water, food, and accessory storage let you ride far and wide in places with few resupply options. Whether you’re looking for an all-weather warrior or just appreciate the simplicity of single-speeding, Stormchaser is a gravel machine that’s up for anything.

salsa MARRAKESH touring bike

Every decision behind the Marrakesh Alivio was made with function and durability in mind. The included front and rear racks let you load it up and go on day one, and its myriad of mounting points mean you don’t have to leave anything at home. Triple-butted steel tubing and high-volume tires let you cover countless miles in comfort, while its touring geometry keeps everything stable when riding loaded. Carefully-selected Shimano drivetrain components deliver ease of use, reliability, and gear range for the longest flats and steepest mountain passes.