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2020 Stormchaser Frameset

2020 Stormchaser Frameset

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The Stormchaser single speed frameset is designed from the ground-up to take on gravel rides in inclement weather. The lightweight aluminum frame features gravel race geometry similar to Warbird; Class 5™ VRS to absorb road impacts; our all-new sliding Alternator Flat Mount dropouts make single speeding simple, and the included geared dropout plate adds 1x drivetrain compatibility; and extra tire clearance for managing mud. The carbon fiber fork is also prepared for anything—abrasion plates prevent wear from mud-caked tires, Three-Pack mounts add extra storage for water or gear, and internal routing keeps your brake hose and dynamo cable out of the elements. The Stormchaser single speed gravel frameset is a stellar starting point for a bike that performs rain or shine.

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Product Details

Build Kit

  • Frame: Stormchaser Aluminum
  • Fork: Stormchaser Carbon
  • Color: Copper
  • Rear Shock: N/A
  • Headset (Upper/Lower): FSA No.42 ACB
  • Seat Collar: Salsa Lip-Lock 32.0 mm seatpost collar
  • Extras: Alternator Flat Mount Driveside Geared Plate and derailleur hanger included
  • Front Axle: Salsa Deadbolt UL M12 x 120 mm thru-axle
  • Rear Axle: Salsa Deadbolt UL M12 x 167 mm thru-axle
  • Frameset Weight: 5lbs 6oz. for size 54.5cm

Frame Specs

  • Design Wheel/Tire Sizes: 700c x 42 mm
  • Alternate Wheel/Tire Sizes: 700c x 32–50 mm; 650b x 47–50 mm 
  • Suspension Fork Length (Travel): N/A
  • Rigid Fork Length: 420 mm
  • Fork Offset: 51 mm
  • Headset, Upper: IS41
  • Headset, Lower: IS52
  • Seatpost: 27.2 mm
  • Seatpost Collar: 32.0 mm
  • Dropper Compatible (Routing): Yes (internal)
  • Front Derailleur Clamp: N/A
  • Front Derailleur Type: N/A
  • Bottom Bracket: 73 mm BSA, threaded
  • Crankset (Max Ring - Single Speed): 1x crankset, 40t max, Race Face/Easton 51 mm chainline, single speed only
  • Crankset (Max Ring - Geared): 1x crankset only, 38t max, 49 mm MTN chainline, 168 Q-factor min.
  • Front Brake (Rotor): Flat mount frame standard, 35 mm thickness, 42 mm bolt length (160 mm rotor only)
  • Rear Brake (Rotor): Flat mount frame standard, 20 mm thickness, 27 mm bolt length (140–160 mm rotor)
  • Rear Spacing: 12 x 142 mm TA
  • Rear Axle Size: M12 x 167L, TP = 1.5, TL = 20 mm (NOTE, DOES NOT FIT SALSA DEABOLT W/ LEVER. DEADBOLT UL TOOLED AXLE ONLY)
  • Derailleur Hanger: Hanger 465, QBP# FS2322 (Requires geared Alternator Flat Mount Plate, QBP# FS0719, and Hanger Axle/Stud Kit, QBP# FS1181)
  • Rear Rack Mounts: Yes, universal rack rear compatible. Salsa Post-Lock seat collar required. Salsa Wanderlust Rack recommended.
  • Fender Mounts: Yes, required fender hardware included.
  • Max Tire Size with Fenders: 700c x 47 mm
  • Water Bottle Mounts: Frames up to 56 cm: 2 in main triangle. Frames 57.5 cm and larger: 3 in main triangle.
  • Downtube Accessory Mounts: One
  • Top Tube Mounts: Yes, compatible with Salsa EXP Series Top Tube bag.
  • Stem Clamp: 28.6 mm
  • Crown Race: Integrated SHIS 40, 36° Angle
  • Front Spacing: 12 x 100 mm TA
  • Front Axle: M12 x 120L, TP = 1.5, TL = 12 mm
  • Three-Pack Mounts: One mount per fork leg.
  • Rack Mounts: 165 mm Low-rider compatible. Salsa Down Under rack recommended. 

Geometry

Geometry Diagram
Metric 49cm 52.5cm 54.5cm 56cm 57.5cm 59cm 61cm
Top Tube Effective Metric 506 527 545 560 575 590 605
Seat Tube Length Metric 390 440 475 510 520 545 570
Head Tube Length Metric 90 105 125 145 165 185 205
Head Tube Angle 70 70 70 70 70 70 70
Seat Tube Angle 75.25 74 73 73 73 73 73.1
BB Drop Metric 70 70 70 70 70 70 70
Chainstay Length Metric 435–450 435–450 435–450 435–450 435–450 435–450 435–450
Fork Length Metric 420 420 420 420 420 420 420
Fork Offset Metric 51 51 51 51 51 51 51
Wheelbase Metric 1017.5–1032.2 1027.1–1041.9 1037–1051.8 1053.1–1067.9 1069.2–1084 1085.4–1100.2 1101.5–1116.3
Stack Metric 529.73 543.82 562.61 581.41 600.2 619 637.79
Reach Metric 366.53 371.06 374.06 383.35 392.64 401.93 411.22
Standover Metric 686.86 726.74 756.48 785.5 794.05 820.44 842.79
Rider Height Metric 142cm–157cm 155cm–165cm 162cm–173cm 170cm–180cm 178cm–188cm 185cm–193cm 190cm–UP

Measurements based on:

  • a fork measuring 420x51mm
  • a 700x42mm tire measuring 720 mm in diameter
  • standover (P) measured vertically to top of toptube from a position 50mm forward of BB center.

Supportive Documents

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Additional Features

Class 5™ VRS

The Class 5™ Vibration Reduction System has specially shaped seatstays with a tall, thin, vertically oriented profile that promotes vertical compliance by allowing the seatstays to "flex" outwards on impacts. The horizontally oriented chainstays work to resist torque and maintain a laterally stiff rear end. The seatstays and chainstays lack bridges, furthering the full length of the stays to contribute to flexibility. And a rear thru-axle delivers precise tracking while allowing the seatstays to provide that incredible compliance

Gravel Race Geometry

Stormchaser features the similar geometry as our Warbird gravel race bike. Stormchaser places the rider in a position that can be maintained for hours on end over bumpy B-roads and loose surfaces, drastically reducing fatigue. A low bottom bracket and stable wheelbase help keep the tires planted and boost confidence. A long top tube paired with a short stem provides increased stability at high speed and on rough descents

Multiple Wheel Size Compatibility

Stormchaser fits up to 700c x 50mm OR 650b x 50 mm wheels/tires. Choose the wheel size that best meets your needs, or set up a second wheel set so your Stormchaser is optimized for the ride at hand

Two Cogs

Stormchaser comes with both a 17t and 18t cog installed. Coupled with the sliding Alternator Flat Mount dropouts, this allows for easy gearing adjustments based on route difficulty

Abrasion Plates on Fork

Integrated stainless steel plates in the fork minimize abrasion from mud and debris

Extra Mud Clearance

Stormchaser has 40% more mud clearance than a Warbird (measured with a 700c x 42 mm tire)

Alternator Flat Mount Dropout

15 mm of dropout adjustability (435–450 mm)

Bottle Capacity

2–3 bottle mounts inside main triangle (57.5 cm and above can accommodate 3), 1 accessory mount on underside of down tube, 2 bottle mounts possible on fork via Three-Pack mounts

Fender Mounts

Full-coverage fenders allow for longer, more pleasant rides in wet weather

Wide Bar Spec

Wider handlebars improve leverage for single speeding and control in poor conditions. Bar width is relative to frame size—49 cm bikes come with 40 cm Cowchippers; 61 cm bikes come with 52 cm Cowchippers

Three-Pack Fork Mounts 

Two Three-Pack mounts on the fork allow for additional water, food, and accessory storage

Low Rider Front Rack Mounts

Mid-blade mounts of the fork allow for front racks such as the Salsa Down Under, designed for carrying touring panniers

Down Tube Accessory Mounts

Provides space for the Salsa Anything Bracket Mini, a fuel or water bottle, or a Salsa KEG

Top Tube Accessory Mounts

Top tube bolt-on mounts are designed for Salsa EXP Series Top Tube Bag

Rear Rack Mounts

Compatible with the Salsa Wanderlust Rack when used with a Salsa Rack-Lock seatpost collar

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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