Casseroll
Frame
This specific model has been archived. It is no longer being produced or has changed in appearance but is listed here for historical/research purposes.
New for 2007, we introduce the Casseroll, our most versatile road bike ever. With a grocery list of features and possibilities, it’s the perfect solution for asphalt-slaying role-playing.
So just what is Casseroll? Well, it’s a road bike with real road bike geometry, not a cross bike or hybrid bike. It’s definitely not about road racing though. Casseroll is about road riding, whether for commuting, fitness, or looking at the scenery. Casseroll is the dish. You pour in the ingredients, stir it up, and ride.
Our Casseroll recipe begins with double-butted Salsa Classico CroMoly tubing for both frame and fork. Steel sure is real, especially in the urban environment that we envision the Casseroll spending at least some of its waking hours. We utilize a semi-sloping geometry to provide a fit-friendly platform and increased rider comfort.
Casseroll accepts really large tires so you can take on some potholes and rough roads or just add a bunch of comfort to your ride. The frame and fork have clearance for 700c x 35mm road tires so you can run some really big rubber. Designed for use with a long-reach brake, the Casseroll can take up to 700c x 32mm tires while running full fenders!
Interested in running a singlespeed or fixed gear setup? Casseroll’s investment cast and partially polished, stainless steel, forward-entry horizontal dropouts offer one full inch of wheel adjustment for no-hassle chain tensioning. Angled dropouts help keep your rim and brakes aligned as you move your wheel forward or back.
Finishing touches include fender and rear rack mount braze-ons, and a pump peg.
Build Casseroll to be your perfect commuter. Or go for a daylong adventure down that road you’ve seen, but never ridden. Run it with flat bars or drops…hmmm, maybe a mustache bar? Add a rear rack and fenders. Or just throw on a 40 x 16 and call it good.
Casseroll. Truly one hot dish.
Geometry & Fit
| Switch to mm Switch to inches |
45cm |
47cm |
49cm |
51cm |
53cm |
55cm |
57cm |
59cm |
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|---|
| A.Top Tube Effective |
20.0 " |
20.4 " |
20.8 " |
21.4 " |
22.0 " |
23.0 " |
23.6 " |
24.0 " |
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|---|
| B.Seat Tube Length |
17.7 " |
18.5 " |
19.2 " |
20.0 " |
20.8 " |
21.6 " |
22.4 " |
23.2 " |
|
|---|
| C.Head Tube Angle |
71.5° |
72° |
72° |
72.5° |
72.5° |
73° |
73° |
73.5° |
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|---|
| D.Seat Tube Angle |
75° |
74.5° |
74° |
73.5° |
73.5° |
73° |
73° |
72.5° |
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|---|
| E.BB Drop |
2.9 " |
2.9 " |
2.9 " |
2.9 " |
2.9 " |
2.9 " |
2.9 " |
2.9 " |
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|---|
| F.Chainstay Length |
16.7 " |
16.7 " |
16.7 " |
16.7 " |
16.7 " |
16.7 " |
16.7 " |
16.7 " |
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|---|
| G.Head Tube Length |
3.3 " |
4.3 " |
4.9 " |
5.7 " |
6.5 " |
7.2 " |
7.8 " |
8.4 " |
|
|---|
| H.Fork Length |
15.0 " |
15.0 " |
15.0 " |
15.0 " |
15.0 " |
15.0 " |
15.0 " |
15.0 " |
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|---|
| J.Fork Offset |
2.0 " |
2.0 " |
2.0 " |
2.0 " |
1.8 " |
1.8 " |
1.8 " |
1.8 " |
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|---|
| K.Wheel Base |
38.8 " |
38.9 " |
39.2 " |
39.4 " |
39.8 " |
40.4 " |
41.0 " |
40.9 " |
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|---|
| M.Stack |
20.28 " |
21.16 " |
21.73 " |
22.55 " |
23.38 " |
24.21 " |
24.77 " |
25.41 " |
|
|---|
| N.Reach |
14.58 " |
14.53 " |
14.78 " |
14.94 " |
15.29 " |
15.62 " |
16.04 " |
16.03 " |
|
|---|
| P.Stand Over |
28.6 " |
29.4 " |
30.1 " |
30.8 " |
31.6 " |
32.4 " |
33.0 " |
33.7 " |
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|---|
| Switch to mm Switch to inches |
45cm |
47cm |
49cm |
51cm |
53cm |
55cm |
57cm |
59cm |
|
|---|
| A.Top Tube Effective |
510 mm |
520 mm |
530 mm |
545 mm |
560 mm |
585 mm |
600 mm |
610 mm |
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|---|
| B.Seat Tube Length |
450 mm |
470 mm |
490 mm |
510 mm |
530 mm |
550 mm |
570 mm |
590 mm |
|
|---|
| C.Head Tube Angle |
71.5° |
72° |
72° |
72.5° |
72.5° |
73° |
73° |
73.5° |
|
|---|
| D.Seat Tube Angle |
75° |
74.5° |
74° |
73.5° |
73.5° |
73° |
73° |
72.5° |
|
|---|
| E.BB Drop |
76 mm |
76 mm |
76 mm |
76 mm |
76 mm |
76 mm |
76 mm |
76 mm |
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| F.Chainstay Length |
425 mm |
425 mm |
425 mm |
425 mm |
425 mm |
425 mm |
425 mm |
425 mm |
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| G.Head Tube Length |
85 mm |
110 mm |
125 mm |
145 mm |
165 mm |
185 mm |
200 mm |
215 mm |
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| H.Fork Length |
383 mm |
383 mm |
383 mm |
383 mm |
383 mm |
383 mm |
383 mm |
383 mm |
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| J.Fork Offset |
50 mm |
50 mm |
50 mm |
50 mm |
45 mm |
45 mm |
45 mm |
45 mm |
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| K.Wheel Base |
987.3 mm |
989.9 mm |
995.9 mm |
1001.8 mm |
1012.4 mm |
1026.9 mm |
1041.9 mm |
1040.9 mm |
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|---|
| M.Stack |
515.2 mm |
537.7 mm |
552.0 mm |
572.9 mm |
594.0 mm |
615.0 mm |
629.3 mm |
645.6 mm |
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|---|
| N.Reach |
370.5 mm |
369.3 mm |
375.5 mm |
379.7 mm |
388.4 mm |
397.0 mm |
407.6 mm |
407.2 mm |
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|---|
| P.Stand Over |
727.5 mm |
748.4 mm |
765.5 mm |
784.5 mm |
804 mm |
823 mm |
840 mm |
856.4 mm |
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* Fork is included
** Standover (P) is measured vertically to top of toptube from a position 50mm forward of BB center
***Standover based on a 700c x 23mm tire measuring 680mm in diameter
The best way to determine your proper frame size is to visit your local bicycle dealer. The fit chart below is a simple starting point, but the enormous variation in human body dimensions make it impossible to guarantee this fit chart will work precisely for you. We strongly suggest you consult your local bike shop in this matter. They will help you make a wise purchase.
