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2024 Salsa Tributary SUS Apex Eagle
Cyclocross/Gravel bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
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- Original MSRP
- $5,999.00
- Sizes
- XS, S, M, L, XL
- Colors
- Charcoal
- Weight
- 49.5 lb for Medium
- Geometry
- 5 manufacturer sizes · Ride analysis
- Archive ID
- 900000614
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Velopedia analysis
What the specifications mean
The fork provides the documented suspension, so fork setup and rear-tire pressure are the main adjustments for balancing the two ends of the bike. The 455% cassette range describes the available gearing more clearly than the component-group name alone. On the alloy frame, dents and hairline cracks around welds matter more than cosmetic scratches. Pay closest attention near the head tube, bottom bracket shell, dropouts and other heavily loaded junctions.
Suspension setup
Front only
Fork settings affect the front while rear-wheel behavior remains dependent on tire and wheel setup.
Gearing
455% cassette range
Calculated from the published 11–50-tooth sprocket span.
Frame material
Aluminum / alloy
Dents and cracking around welds at the head tube, bottom bracket shell and dropouts deserve attention.
Wheel standard
29 in · 622 mm
Rim width and frame or fork clearance remain important beyond nominal diameter.
Used-bike inspection
If you’re buying this bike used
Before any test ride: both brakes should stop the bike firmly and release cleanly; both wheels should run true and be securely attached; tires should have no casing damage; and the headset, handlebar, stem, cranks and pedals should have no looseness or play.
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →- FrameLook closely for dents and hairline cracks around welds, the head tube and bottom-bracket area. Cosmetic scratches matter less than a change in shape or a crack line.Inspect the frame and fork →
- BrakesTest each brake separately and confirm it stops firmly and releases cleanly. Inspect the pads and braking surfaces for wear or contamination, and check the cables or hoses for damage.Inspect the brakes →
- SuspensionAsk when the fork was last serviced. Check the stanchions for damage, look for oil at the seals and make sure the fork moves smoothly without bushing play.Evaluate the suspension →
- DrivetrainShift through every gear under light load and measure chain wear. Confirm that the shifter, derailleur, chain and cassette belong to the same 12-speed system.Check drivetrain wear →
- Wheels & tiresSpin both wheels and watch the rims for side-to-side or vertical movement. Check for dents, cracks, loose or uneven spokes and hub play, then inspect both tire casings for cuts, cracking or exposed threads.Check wheels and tires →
Bike-specific inspection checklist 20 checks based on 6 archived component groups Open checklistClose checklist
This checklist uses the archived equipment for this bike. It cannot confirm the condition, service history or later component changes of the example in front of you.
Identity and fit
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Archived: 2024 Salsa Tributary SUS Apex Eagle · Cyclocross/Gravel · Published sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: Aluminum · Fork: RockShox 35 Gold, 120mm
Suspension
Evaluate the suspension →Archived: Fork: RockShox 35 Gold, 120mm
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: SRAM Apex Eagle · Rear derailleur: SRAM Apex Eagle · Crankset: FSA CK-762/IS · Cassette: SRAM PG1210, 11–50t, 12-speed · Chain: SRAM Apex
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Brake Calipers: SRAM Apex Eagle; Brake Levers: SRAM Apex Eagle; Rotors: SRAM Centerline, Center Lock (203mm front, 180mm rear)
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 29" · Rims: WTB ST 27mm · Hubs: (F) Novatec D791SB-B15-CL / (R) Novatec D982TSB-CL-B12-11S · Front tire: Teravail Ehline 29 x 2.3", Durable casing · Rear tire: Teravail Ehline 29 x 2.3", Durable casing
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: Acros IS52/IS52 · Handlebar: Salsa Cowchipper · Stem: Easton EA50 · Seatpost: TranzX YSP18DL dropper, 100mm travel · Saddle: WTB Volt Medium Steel
Before and during the test ride
Follow the full used-bike inspection order →Interpretation based on the archived manufacturer specifications. Confirm exact fit and standards before ordering parts or performing service.
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Frameset
| Frame Construction | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | RockShox 35 Gold, 120mm |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | SRAM Apex Eagle |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Apex Eagle |
| Crankset | FSA CK-762/IS |
| Cassette | SRAM PG1210, 11–50t, 12-speed |
| Chain | SRAM Apex |
Brakes
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: SRAM Apex Eagle; Brake Levers: SRAM Apex Eagle; Rotors: SRAM Centerline, Center Lock (203mm front, 180mm rear) |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | Acros IS52/IS52 |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Salsa Cowchipper |
| Stem | Easton EA50 |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Medium Steel |
| Seatpost | TranzX YSP18DL dropper, 100mm travel |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | (F) Novatec D791SB-B15-CL / (R) Novatec D982TSB-CL-B12-11S |
|---|---|
| Rims | WTB ST 27mm |
| Spokes | 2.0, Black |
| Front Tire | Teravail Ehline 29 x 2.3", Durable casing |
| Rear Tire | Teravail Ehline 29 x 2.3", Durable casing |
| Wheel Size | 29" |
Size-specific frame data
Geometry
Manufacturer-published geometry normalized for consistent archival comparison. Effective top tube and reach remain separate measurements because they describe different aspects of fit.
| Measurement | X-Small | Small | Medium | Large | X-Large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 380 mm | 405 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm |
| Effective top tube | 535 mm | 560 mm | 585 mm | 610 mm | 635 mm |
| Head tube | 100 mm | 100 mm | 125 mm | 145 mm | 165 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 67° | 67° | 67° | 67° | 67° |
| Seat-tube angle | 75° | 75° | 75° | 75° | 75° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1094 mm | 1119 mm | 1148 mm | 1176 mm | 1204 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Bottom-bracket height | 303.5 mm | 303.5 mm | 303.5 mm | 303.5 mm | 303.5 mm |
| Reach | 373.7 mm | 398.7 mm | 417.6 mm | 437.6 mm | 457.7 mm |
| Stack | 601.8 mm | 601.8 mm | 624.8 mm | 643.2 mm | 661.7 mm |
| Standover height | 725.4 mm | 737.6 mm | 776.6 mm | 808.8 mm | 814.6 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Fork length / axle-to-crown | 498.4 mm | 498.4 mm | 498.4 mm | 498.4 mm | 498.4 mm |
| Crank length | 165 mm | 165 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm |
| Stem length | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
Geometry source: Salsa first-party metric geometry table ↗ Measurements can vary by configuration, wheel size, or flip-chip position where noted by the manufacturer.
Geometry interpretation
What this geometry means
X-Small geometry
Riding position
The 601.8 mm stack is tall relative to the 373.7 mm reach, leaving room for a more upright, relaxed gravel position. A 75° seat angle puts the rider relatively forward over the bottom bracket, shortening the effective seated reach compared with a more relaxed seat angle.
Handling tendencies
A 67° head angle combined with a 1094 mm wheelbase points to calm and stability-oriented steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes. The 445 mm chainstay is on the longer side for a drop-bar chassis, generally favoring stability and tire/heel clearance over an especially compact rear end.
Archive context
Its stack of 601.8 mm sits toward the taller end. The head angle of 67° sits toward the slacker end. Its wheelbase of 1094 mm sits toward the longer end.
Small geometry
Riding position
A 398.7 mm reach and 601.8 mm stack give this size a middle-ground gravel proportion: neither especially stretched and low nor unusually upright. A 75° seat angle puts the rider relatively forward over the bottom bracket, shortening the effective seated reach compared with a more relaxed seat angle.
Handling tendencies
A 67° head angle combined with a 1119 mm wheelbase points to calm and stability-oriented steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes. The 445 mm chainstay is on the longer side for a drop-bar chassis, generally favoring stability and tire/heel clearance over an especially compact rear end.
Archive context
The head angle of 67° sits toward the slacker end. Its wheelbase of 1119 mm sits toward the longer end. Its stack of 601.8 mm sits toward the taller end.
Medium geometry
Riding position
A 417.6 mm reach and 624.8 mm stack give this size a middle-ground gravel proportion: neither especially stretched and low nor unusually upright. A 75° seat angle puts the rider relatively forward over the bottom bracket, shortening the effective seated reach compared with a more relaxed seat angle.
Handling tendencies
A 67° head angle combined with a 1148 mm wheelbase points to calm and stability-oriented steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes. The 445 mm chainstay is on the longer side for a drop-bar chassis, generally favoring stability and tire/heel clearance over an especially compact rear end.
Archive context
The head angle of 67° sits toward the slacker end. The seat angle of 75° sits toward the steeper end. Its wheelbase of 1148 mm sits toward the longer end.
Large geometry
Riding position
A 437.6 mm reach and 643.2 mm stack give this size a middle-ground gravel proportion: neither especially stretched and low nor unusually upright. A 75° seat angle puts the rider relatively forward over the bottom bracket, shortening the effective seated reach compared with a more relaxed seat angle.
Handling tendencies
A 67° head angle combined with a 1176 mm wheelbase points to calm and stability-oriented steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes. The 445 mm chainstay is on the longer side for a drop-bar chassis, generally favoring stability and tire/heel clearance over an especially compact rear end.
Archive context
The seat angle of 75° sits toward the steeper end. The head angle of 67° sits toward the slacker end. Its wheelbase of 1176 mm sits toward the longer end.
X-Large geometry
Riding position
A 457.7 mm reach and 661.7 mm stack give this size a middle-ground gravel proportion: neither especially stretched and low nor unusually upright. A 75° seat angle puts the rider relatively forward over the bottom bracket, shortening the effective seated reach compared with a more relaxed seat angle.
Handling tendencies
A 67° head angle combined with a 1204 mm wheelbase points to calm and stability-oriented steering and chassis behavior. The longer the chassis and slacker the front end, the more the bike tends to favor composure over very quick direction changes. The 445 mm chainstay is on the longer side for a drop-bar chassis, generally favoring stability and tire/heel clearance over an especially compact rear end.
Archive context
The head angle of 67° sits toward the slacker end. The seat angle of 75° sits toward the steeper end. Its wheelbase of 1204 mm sits toward the longer end.
Across the size range
From X-Small to X-Large, reach grows by 84 mm and stack by 59.9 mm, showing how the frame becomes both longer and taller through the published size range. The rear center stays essentially constant at about 445 mm across sizes, so most of the wheelbase growth happens in the front half of the bike rather than by lengthening the rear triangle.
Geometry describes frame proportions and likely tendencies, not a ride test. Rider proportions, cockpit setup, tires, suspension settings, wheel configuration, and component choices can materially change how a bicycle fits and feels.
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Specifications are presented as a reference. Components may vary by market, size, production run, or later manufacturer revisions.