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2026 Salsa Confluence CUES 10
Electric-assist bicycle from the Velopedia specification archive.
- Original MSRP
- $3,499.00
- Sizes
- 49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 60cm
- Colors
- Midnight Blue
- Geometry
- 6 manufacturer sizes · Ride analysis
- Archive ID
- 900000624
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Velopedia analysis
What the specifications mean
The electric-assist system adds another maintenance layer, especially battery condition, charger compatibility, motor operation and any available diagnostic history. 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, pivots and heavily loaded junctions matter more than cosmetic scratches.
E-bike system
Electric-assist
The drive system needs its own battery, charger, motor-control and diagnostic checks in addition to the bicycle components.
Gearing
455% cassette range
Calculated from the published 11–50-tooth sprocket span.
Frame material
Aluminum / alloy
Dents and cracking around welds, pivots and loaded junctions deserve attention.
Wheel standard
700C · 622 mm
The label fixes rim diameter, not tire width or available frame and fork clearance.
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 →
- E-bike systemConfirm the main battery charges with the correct charger, locks securely into its mount and has no case damage, swelling, corrosion or overheating marks. Power the bike on from cold, test every assist mode and ask for available battery-health and diagnostic records.Check the battery and electronics →
- 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 23 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: 2026 Salsa Confluence CUES 10 · Electric-assist · Published sizes: 49cm, 51cm, 53cm, 55cm, 57cm, 60cm
Frame and fork
Inspect the frame and fork →Archived: Frame: 6061-T6 Aluminum · Fork: Carbon fiber · Carbon Fiber
Drivetrain
Check drivetrain wear →Archived: Shifters: Shimano CUES U6030 · Rear derailleur: Shimano CUES U6000 · Crankset: Shimano CUES U6030, 42t · Cassette: Shimano CUES LG300, 11–50t, 10-speed · Chain: Shimano LG500
Brakes
Inspect the brakes →Archived: Brakes: Brake Calipers: Shimano CUES U6030; Brake Levers: Shimano CUES U6030; Rotors: Shimano RT26 (6-bolt, 180mm front, 160mm rear)
Wheels and tires
Check wheels and tires →Archived: Wheel size: 700C · Rims: WTB ST i25 · Hubs: (F) WTB / (R) MAHLE X30 · Front tire: Teravail Washburn 700c x 50mm · Rear tire: Teravail Washburn 700c x 50mm
Controls and contact points
Archived: Headset: FSA · Handlebar: Salsa Cowbell · Stem: Salsa Guide · Seatpost: Promax 12mm setback · Saddle: WTB Volt
E-bike system
Check the battery and electronics →Archived: Salsa Confluence CUES 10 · electric-assist identification
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 | 6061-T6 Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Fork | Carbon fiber |
| Fork Material | Carbon Fiber |
Drivetrain
| Shifters | Shimano CUES U6030 |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES U6000 |
| Crankset | Shimano CUES U6030, 42t |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES LG300, 11–50t, 10-speed |
| Chain | Shimano LG500 |
Brakes
| Brakes | Brake Calipers: Shimano CUES U6030; Brake Levers: Shimano CUES U6030; Rotors: Shimano RT26 (6-bolt, 180mm front, 160mm rear) |
|---|
Cockpit & Contact Points
| Headset | FSA |
|---|---|
| Handlebar | Salsa Cowbell |
| Stem | Salsa Guide |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
| Seatpost | Promax 12mm setback |
Wheels & Tires
| Hubs | (F) WTB / (R) MAHLE X30 |
|---|---|
| Rims | WTB ST i25 |
| Front Tire | Teravail Washburn 700c x 50mm |
| Rear Tire | Teravail Washburn 700c x 50mm |
| Wheel Size | 700C |
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 | 49cm | 51cm | 53cm | 55cm | 57cm | 60cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat tube | 345 mm | 380 mm | 410 mm | 450 mm | 490 mm | 520 mm |
| Effective top tube | 502 mm | 517 mm | 530 mm | 550 mm | 570 mm | 600 mm |
| Head tube | 90 mm | 105 mm | 130 mm | 150 mm | 180 mm | 210 mm |
| Head-tube angle | 68.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° | 68.5° |
| Seat-tube angle | 76° | 75° | 74° | 73° | 73° | 73° |
| Chainstay / rear center | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm | 440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1039.4 mm | 1046.4 mm | 1051.8 mm | 1062.8 mm | 1085.2 mm | 1117.7 mm |
| Bottom-bracket drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Reach | 371.4 mm | 372.9 mm | 369.1 mm | 372.8 mm | 384.2 mm | 405.7 mm |
| Stack | 523.9 mm | 537.8 mm | 561.1 mm | 579.7 mm | 607.6 mm | 635.5 mm |
| Standover height | 634 mm | 667 mm | 698 mm | 733 mm | 769 mm | 797 mm |
| Fork offset / rake | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm | 51 mm |
| Fork length / axle-to-crown | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm | 417 mm |
| Crank length | 165 mm | 165 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm | 172.5 mm | 175 mm |
| Stem length | 50 mm | 60 mm | 80 mm | 80 mm | 90 mm | 100 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
49cm geometry
Riding position
The 371.4 mm reach and 523.9 mm stack sit in a moderate proportion, without a strong long-and-low or tall-and-short bias.
Handling tendencies
A 68.5° head angle combined with a 1039.4 mm wheelbase points to more 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.
51cm geometry
Riding position
The 372.9 mm reach and 537.8 mm stack sit in a moderate proportion, without a strong long-and-low or tall-and-short bias.
Handling tendencies
A 68.5° head angle combined with a 1046.4 mm wheelbase points to more 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.
53cm geometry
Riding position
The 369.1 mm reach and 561.1 mm stack sit in a moderate proportion, without a strong long-and-low or tall-and-short bias.
Handling tendencies
A 68.5° head angle combined with a 1051.8 mm wheelbase points to more 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.
55cm geometry
Riding position
At 579.7 mm of stack and 372.8 mm of reach, the frame is tall relative to its length, which generally supports a more upright position.
Handling tendencies
A 68.5° head angle combined with a 1062.8 mm wheelbase points to more 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.
57cm geometry
Riding position
At 607.6 mm of stack and 384.2 mm of reach, the frame is tall relative to its length, which generally supports a more upright position.
Handling tendencies
A 68.5° head angle combined with a 1085.2 mm wheelbase points to more 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.
60cm geometry
Riding position
At 635.5 mm of stack and 405.7 mm of reach, the frame is tall relative to its length, which generally supports a more upright position.
Handling tendencies
A 68.5° head angle combined with a 1117.7 mm wheelbase points to more 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.
Across the size range
From 49cm to 60cm, reach grows by 34.3 mm and stack by 111.6 mm, showing how the frame becomes both longer and taller through the published size range. The rear center stays essentially constant at about 440 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.