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2019 Fargo Tiagra Teal

2019 Fargo Tiagra Teal

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Fargo Tiagra handles multi-surface missions with crisp, clean Tiagra shifting. The steel frame and carbon Firestarter 110 fork roll on 29 x 2.6” wheels/tires for smooth rolling on washboard terrain, heaps of traction, and maintaining momentum.

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Product Details

Build Kit

  • Frame: Fargo Triple Butted CroMoly
  • Fork: Firestarter 110
  • Color: Orange
  • Rear Shock: N/A
  • Front Der: Shimano Deore
  • Rear Der: Shimano Tiagra
  • Cassette: Shimano CS-HG500, 11-34t
  • Chain: Shimano CN-HG54
  • Crankset: Shimano M6000 Deore, 36/26t
  • Shifter: Shimano Tiagra
  • Brakes & Rotors: TRP Spyre-C, 160mm rotors
  • Headset: Cane Creek 15
  • Stem: Salsa Guide
  • Handlebar: Salsa Woodchipper
  • Grips: Salsa Gel Cork Bar Tape
  • Seatpost: Salsa Guide, 18mm offset
  • Saddle: WTB Sport
  • Front Wheel: Novatec 15 x 110mm, WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0, 32h 2.0 spokes w/ brass nipples
  • Rear Wheel: Novatec 141 mm QR, WTB ST i29 TCS 2.0, 32h 2.0 spokes w/ brass nipples
  • Tires: Maxxis Ikon 2.6", 60 TPI/EXO/TR
  • Complete Bike Weight: MD - 28 lb / LG - 28 lb 14 oz

Frame Specs

  • Design Wheel/ Tire Size: 29 x 2.4"
  • Alternative Wheel/ Tire Size: 27.5 x 3.0", 29 x 2.4" w/ fender (29 x 3.0" only compatible on SM–XL frame sizes)
  • Suspension Fork Length (Travel): 501–511mm (100mm)
  • Rigid Fork Length: 483–486mm
  • Fork Offset: 45–51mm
  • Headset-Upper: ZS44
  • Headset-Lower: EC44
  • Seatpost: 27.2mm
  • Seat Collar: Steel: 30mm / Ti: 32mm
  • Front Derailleur Mount: 148mm rear spaced: high direct mount (29mm offset) Problem Solvers Bracket (FS1328) / 142mm rear spaced: high direct mount (26.5mm offset) via 28.6mm clamp Problem Solvers Bracket (FS1326)
  • Bottom Bracket: 73mm BSA, threaded
  • Crankset (Max Ring): 1x crankset: 36t max Boost & 34t non-Boost or 46t Gates Belt Drive Sprocket, 2x crankset: 42/28t max Boost & Non-Boost
  • Rear Brake, (Rotor): 51mm I.S. (160–180mm)
  • Rear Spacing: 148 or 142mm thru-axle / 135mm QR w/ Alternator reduction plates
  • Rear Axle Size: 148mm rear spaced: 12 x 180L, TP = 1.75, TL = 20 / 142mm rear spaced: 12 x 174L, TP = 1.75, TL = 20 / 135mm rear spaced: quick release / 142 & 135mm spacing require the use of Salsa Alternator Reduction plates (FS2360}
  • Derailleur Hanger: QR = FS1312; TA = FS1385 (1.75TP with fender mount); SS = FS1318; SSTA = FS1375; L Rohloff = FS1371
  • Fender Mounts: Yes
  • Rack Mounts: Yes
  • Bottle Mounts: XS = 2, SM–XL = 3
  • Stem Clamp: 28.6mm
  • Crown Race: 40mm
  • Front Brake (Rotor): 74mm post mount (160–180mm)
  • Front Spacing: 110 x 15mm thru-axle
  • Front Axle: ø15 x 135, TP=1.5, TL=12
  • Bottle Mounts: 4 (3-Pack config)

Geometry

Geometry Diagram
Size XS SM MD LG XL
A. Effective Top Tube 520 540 565 590 620
B. Stand Over 690 732 778 821 859
C. Reach 350 364 368 385 409
D. Stack 594 615 643 671 690
E. Total Seat Tube Length 355.6 406.4 457.2 508 558.8
F. Headtube Length 90 110 140 170 190
G. Headtube Angle 68.5 69 69 69 69
H. Seat Tube Angle 74 74 73 73 73
I. BB Drop 70 70 70 70 70
K. Chainstay Length 445–462 445–462 445–462 445–462 445–462
L. Fork Length Axle to Crown 480 480 480 480 480
M. Fork Offset 51 51 51 51 51
N. Wheelbase 1050–1067 1067–1084 1083–1100 1110–1127 1141–1158
Crank Arm Length 170 170 175 175 175
Handlebar Width 42cm 44cm 44cm 46cm 46cm
Recommended Rider Height 150cm–160cm 160cm–175cm 173cm–183cm 180cm–191cm 188cm–UP
Stem Length 60 70 70 80 80

Measurements based on:

  • A Salsa Firestarter Carbon fork which is equivalent to an average 100mm fork at 20% sag
  • A 29 x 2.25" tire measuring 746mm in diameter
  • Standover (P) measured vertically to top of toptube from a position 50mm forward of BB center

Supportive Documents

Support Document links

Additional Features

Triple Butted CroMoly Tubeset

Salsa-designed, triple-butted, and frame size-specific seamless CroMoly tubing

Firestarter 110 Fork

This fork features carbon lowers with an tapered 1-1/8" to 1-½" aluminum steerer tube. 180mm maximum rotor size. 27.5 x 2.8–3.0" or 29 x 2.2–3.0" tire capable. Four set of Three-Pack mounts offer incredible load carrying possibilities. Mid-blade mounts for low rider racks. Internal routing for 110 Boost Dynamo hubs. Fender mounts (compatible with 29 x 2.2" tire maximum)

Fargo Geometry

Designed as a drop bar mountain bike, optimized for fit with the Salsa Woodchipper or Cowchipper handlebars. Capable of handling everything from technical singletrack trails, two-track, gravel, and the occasional paved road. Predictable handling with or without a load. The bike to ride for multiple-surface excursions 

Alternator Dropouts V1.5

Split-able version of our renowned Alternator Dropout for ultimate drivetrain versatility. Run singlespeed or geared, QR or thru-axle, freehub or Rohloff, or Gates Belt Drive. Set Alternator Dropouts all the way forward for a shorter wheelbase that results in quick and nimble handling or set back for more stability. See our Alternator Page for more info

Belt Drive Compatible

Tested and certified for belt drive use 

29 x 2.6" Wheel/Tire Spec

This wheel and tire size rolls fast, helps smooth rough surfaces, has incredible rollover, and delivers plenty of traction for mixed surface routes

Multiple Wheelsize Versatility

Fargo geometry and spacing can accommodate 275+, 29:, and, on sizes small to x-large, 29+ making for a highly capable bike that’s ready for just about any endeavor

Rear Rack Friendly

Designed for use with the Salsa Alternator Standard Rack

Warranty Information

All Salsa products are warranted against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship from the date of retail purchase of the product, subject to the limitations detailed below.

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