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Fargo GRX 610 1x

Fargo GRX 610 1x

$2,999.00 USD
$2,999.00 USD $2,999.00 USD
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Whether you dream of local overnighters or round-the-world epics, Fargo GRX 610 can help bring it to life. Its triple-butted steel frame and Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe fork create a comfortable-yet-durable ride that’s engineered for loaded touring on mixed terrain. Adjustable Alternator 1.0 Flat Mount dropouts let you tinker with wheelbase and ride feel, and cargo mounts galore give you the freedom to roam farther between resupplies. Shimano’s GRX 610 1 x 12 drivetrain is a smooth-shifting system with more enough gear range for climbing the Cordillera Blanca or capitalizing on tailwinds in Croatia. Fargo’s ride quality and adaptability make it a smart choice for a steel bikepacking bike — we know you’ll go far together.

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Bike Key Features

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Product Details

Build Kit

Frameset

Frame

Fargo

Color

Brass

Fork

Cutthroat Carbon Deluxe

Rear Shock

N/A

Components

Headset

FSA Orbit ITA

Seatpost

Salsa Guide

Stem

Salsa Guide

Grips/Bar Tape

Anti-slip shock-proof

Saddle

DDK 255

Handlebar

Salsa Cowchipper

Drivetrain

Front Derailleur

N/A

Rear Derailleur

Shimano GRX RX822

Cassette

Shimano Deore M6100 HYPERGLIDE+, 10–51t, 12-speed

Chain

Shimano Deore M6100 HG

Crankset

Shimano MT510, 34t

Shifter

Shimano GRX RX610

Brake Calipers

Shimano GRX RX410

Bottom Bracket

Shimano BB52

Rotors

Shimano RT64 (Center Lock, 160 mm front and rear)

Wheels

Front Wheel

Shimano TC500-15-B 15 x 110mm hub, WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0, 32h, 29"

Rear Wheel

Shimano TC500-MS-B 12 x 148mm hub, WTB ST i25 TCS 2.0, 32h, 29"

Front Tire

Teravail Sparwood, 29 x 2.2", 60TPI Durable casing, tubeless-ready

Rear Tire

Teravail Sparwood, 29 x 2.2", 60TPI Durable casing, tubeless-ready

Weight

Complete Bike

27.75 lbs (size Medium)

Geometry

Geometry Diagram
SizeX-SmallSmallMediumLargeX-Large
A. Effective Top Tube 520.0 540.0 565.0 590.0 620.0
B. Stand Over 690.0 732.0 778.0 821.0 859.0
C. Reach 350.0 364.0 368.0 385.0 409.0
D. Stack 594.0 615.0 643.0 671.0 690.0
E. Total Seat Tube Length 355.6 406.4 457.2 508.0 558.8
F. Headtube Length 90.0 110.0 140.0 170.0 190.0
G. Headtube Angle
68.5
69.0
69.0
69.0
69.0
H. Seat Tube Angle
74.0
74.0
73.0
73.0
73.0
I. BB Drop 70.0 70.0 70.0 70.0 70.0
J. BB Height 303.0 303.0 303.0 303.0 303.0
K. Chainstay Length 445.0- 462.0 445.0- 462.0 445.0- 462.0 445.0- 462.0 445.0- 462.0
L. Fork Length Axle to Crown 480.0 480.0 480.0 480.0 480.0
M. Fork Offset 480.0 480.0 480.0 480.0 480.0
N. Wheelbase 1050.0- 1067.0 1067.0- 1084.0 1083.0- 1100.0 1110.0- 1127.0 1141.0- 1158.0
Crank Arm Length 170.0 170.0 170.0 175.0 175.0
Handlebar Width 44.0 46.0 48.0 50.0 52.0
Recommended Rider Height 150.0 - 160.0 160.0 - 175.0 173.0 - 183.0 180.0 - 191.0 188.0
Stem Length 60.0 70.0 70.0 80.0 80.0

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

Frame Specs

  • Design Wheel/Tire Sizes 29 x 2.2"
  • Alternate Wheel/Tire Sizes 27.5 x 3.0"
  • Max Tire Outer Diameter 29" wheels: 41–76mm (1.6"–3.0") SM - XL; 41–66mm (1.6" - 2.6") XS 27.5" wheels: 47–76mm (1.85"–3.0") 26" wheels: 70–76mm (2.75"–3.0")
  • Frame Construction Triple-butted CroMoly Steel
  • Fork Construction Carbon
  • Suspension Fork Length (Travel) 506mm (100 mm travel)
  • Rigid Fork Length 483mm axle-to-crown
  • Fork Offset 51mm
  • Rear Spacing 148mm; 142mm thru-axle or 135mm quick-release with Alternator Reduction Plates
  • Front Brake (Rotor) Flat mount (160–180mm rotor), flat mount frame standard (35 mm thickness), 42 mm bolt length
  • Headset - Upper ZS44
  • Headset - Lower EC44
  • Front Spacing 110 x 15 mm thru-axle
  • Steerer Tube 28.6mm, Tapered
  • Crown Race 40mm
  • Seatpost 27.2mm
  • Dropper Post Compatible No
  • Seatpost Clamp 32.0mm
  • Front Derailleur Clamp 148mm rear spaced: high direct-mount (29mm offset) with Problem Solvers bracket (FS1328) 142mm rear spaced: high direct-mount (26.5mm offset) with 34.9mm clamp Problem Solvers Bracket (FS1323)
  • Bottom Bracket 73mm BSA, threaded
  • Crankset (Max Ring) 1x crankset: 36t max. Boost and 34t non-boost or 46t Gates Belt Drive Sprocket; 2x crankset: 42/28t max. Boost and Non-Boost
  • Accessory Mounts Rack Mounts Frame: Yes; Rack Mounts Fork: Yes, low-rider compatible. Salsa Down Under rack recommended.
  • Bottle Mounts Frame: XS: Two; SM–XL: Three; Fork: One set of Three-Pack mounts on each fork leg

Supportive Documents

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Additional Features

Cutthroat Carbon Fork

With trail-taming compliance and abrasion-resistant plates in high-wear areas, the Cutthroat Carbon fork is designed for the rigors of rides that cover multiple road surfaces in unpredictable conditions

Class 5™ VRS

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

Interior junction control mold technology

We use interior molds at all of the main front triangle junctions during layup and curing. This allows for precise control of wall thickness and inner-wall smoothness in these areas. This process increases compaction and reduces voids and wrinkles in critical high-stress zones. The end result is a top-quality carbon frame that delivers consistent high performance

Cutthroat geometry

Our drop bar mountain bike geometry features a 69° head tube angle for a long wheelbase that provides supreme stability over long days on any surface. 445 mm chainstays with Class 5 VRS will get you through everything from remote two-track gravel roads to technical singletrack trails, with the efficiency and comfort that endurance riders need to keep at it day after day. Cutthroat is designed for optimized fit with the Salsa Cowchipper or Woodchipper Bars

Tour Divide-inspired features

Designed for maximum frame bag volume on every size. Stay hydrated with room for three bottles on 54–60 cm frames (two bottles on 52 cm frames). The top tube bag mount makes mid-ride refueling easy, and the two Three-Pack mounts on the fork offer extra capacity for gear or water. The Cutthroat carbon fork has internal wire routing for dynamo hub lighting systems. Abrasion-resistant plates reduce frame and fork wear cause by mud and debris

Massive tire and mud clearance

Fits a 29 x 3.0" tire up front and a 29 x 2.4" tire in the rear, plus the mud you are likely to encounter in multi-day endurance races.

Road Boost drivetrain

2x mechanical-compatible using Race Face mountain boost cranks and Easton direct-mount chainrings (max 50/34t, complete bikes ship with 46/30t) and a road drivetrain in all other areas

Direct-mount frame pack compatible

Custom frame bags can be bolted directly to frame tool-free with EXP Series Direct Mount Thumb Screws

Multiple bottle and cargo-carrying options

Custom frame bags can be bolted directly to frame tool-free with EXP Series Direct Mount Thumb Screws

Rear rack compatible

Accommodates the Salsa Wanderlust Rack (requires the Salsa Rack-Lock seatpost collar). Salsa Bent Rack Struts (part #RK8030) required for installation on 58 cm and 60 cm frames. Cutthroat V2 is not compatible with the Salsa Wanderlust HD Rack.

Frame protection

Abrasion-resistant plates on the frame and fork prevent damage from mud buildup and other debris.

SRAM UDH-compatible

SRAM's Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) makes it faster and easier to find a replacement at any bike shop, no matter how far from home you are.

FAQ

Can I run 27.5+ rims and tires on this frameset?

Yes, you can. To maintain appropriate geometry we recommend using 27.5 x 3.0" tires.

Can I run 27.5" (650b) rims and tires on this frameset?

No, you cannot. That wheel size is significantly smaller than the 29er wheels the bike is designed for.

Can I run 29+ rims and tires on this frameset?

Yes, on sizes Small through X-Large. 29+ is not possible on size X-Small due to toe overlap.

Can I run flat bars on my Fargo?

Yes, but it is important to keep in mind that the Fargo is designed specifically as a drop bar mountain bike. Switching to a flat bar essentially results in a very short toptube length, compared to how a traditional flat bar mountain bike would be designed.

Can I use a suspension fork on this frame?

Yes, this frame was designed and tested for use with a suspension fork with an axle-to-crown length up to 511mm (typically 100mm of travel). Check the fork manufacturer's specifications to ensure the model and travel combination you intend to use is equal to or less than this length. Using a longer length fork will void the frame warranty and could result in frame failure. Forks with 45mm offset are recommended, but 51mm offset is also acceptable (decreases mechanical trail by 6mm).

How do I take care of the Alternator Dropouts?

Periodically, we recommend that you remove the bolts and clean the dirt and grime off the hardware and the frame surfaces. Then, lightly re-grease the threaded parts and re-assemble.

Do you offer touch-up paint?

No, we do not offer touch up paint. Hobby shops or automotive stores are excellent places to find paint. We suggest you test the paint on a scrap piece of metal before using it on your frame.

I crashed and dented (or cracked) my frame. Is it safe to ride?

Stop riding your frame immediately and take it to the nearest Salsa authorized dealer for inspection. A dented or cracked tube represents a structural weakening of the frame, and is a safety risk.

What is the warranty for this bike?

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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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