{"id":263278,"date":"2026-09-17T12:01:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T12:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sports.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/17\/salsa-cycles-refreshes-the-beargrease-fat-bike-with-big-wheels-modern-geometry\/"},"modified":"2026-09-17T12:01:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T12:01:00","slug":"salsa-cycles-refreshes-the-beargrease-fat-bike-with-big-wheels-modern-geometry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sports.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/09\/17\/salsa-cycles-refreshes-the-beargrease-fat-bike-with-big-wheels-modern-geometry\/","title":{"rendered":"Salsa Cycles Refreshes the Beargrease Fat Bike with Big Wheels & Modern Geometry"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Along with new carbon rims, Minnesota’s Salsa Cycles has also announced a refresh to the Beargrease fat bike. The new version draws on the brand’s history with fat-tire designs going back to their first model, the Mukluk, all the way back in 2010. <\/p>\n

Then, in 2014, the first Beargrease was introduced. Now, here we are with a new and improved Beargrease… let’s check it out.<\/p>\n

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This latest Beargrease is built around 27.5 x 4.5″ tires. Salsa says this balances traction and stability across a range of conditions, from winter ultramarathon racing to shralping groomed singletrack sessions.<\/p>\n

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The new Beargrease is available with either a carbon fiber or 6061-T6 aluminum frame. Each of these frame choices is paired with the new Bearpaw forks in either carbon or aluminum, depending on frame choice. <\/p>\n

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What About the Geo, Bro?<\/h2>\n

Salsa says the new Beargrease’s geometry has shifted closer to what you’d find on a modern trail bike. It features a steeper seat tube angle, slacker head tube angle, and longer chainstays. <\/p>\n

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In practical terms, this means your weight sits more centered over the bike, which helps with handling on slippery or low-traction surfaces while still keeping things manageable on tighter trails. <\/p>\n

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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Size<\/th>\nX-Small<\/th>\nSmall<\/th>\nMedium<\/th>\nLarge<\/th>\nX-Large<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
A. Effective Top Tube<\/th>\n560.0<\/td>\n582.0<\/td>\n605.0<\/td>\n629.0<\/td>\n654.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
B. Stand Over<\/th>\n682.0<\/td>\n710.0<\/td>\n741.0<\/td>\n775.0<\/td>\n805.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
C. Reach<\/th>\n425.0<\/td>\n445.0<\/td>\n465.0<\/td>\n485.0<\/td>\n505.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
D. Stack<\/th>\n583.0<\/td>\n592.0<\/td>\n605.0<\/td>\n624.0<\/td>\n646.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
E. Total Seat Tube Length<\/th>\n355.0<\/td>\n392.0<\/td>\n430.0<\/td>\n455.0<\/td>\n480.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
F. Headtube Length<\/th>\n95.0<\/td>\n105.0<\/td>\n120.0<\/td>\n140.0<\/td>\n165.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
G. Headtube Angle<\/th>\n65.6<\/td>\n65.6<\/td>\n65.6<\/td>\n65.6<\/td>\n65.6<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
H. Seat Tube Angle<\/th>\n77.0<\/td>\n77.0<\/td>\n77.0<\/td>\n77.0<\/td>\n77.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
I. BB Drop<\/th>\n69.0<\/td>\n69.0<\/td>\n69.0<\/td>\n69.0<\/td>\n69.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
J. BB Height<\/th>\n321.0<\/td>\n321.0<\/td>\n321.0<\/td>\n321.0<\/td>\n321.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
K. Chainstay Length<\/th>\n446.0<\/td>\n446.0<\/td>\n446.0<\/td>\n446.0<\/td>\n446.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
L. Fork Length Axle to Crown<\/th>\n485.0<\/td>\n485.0<\/td>\n485.0<\/td>\n485.0<\/td>\n485.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
M. Fork Offset<\/th>\n44.0<\/td>\n44.0<\/td>\n44.0<\/td>\n44.0<\/td>\n44.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
N. Wheelbase<\/th>\n1147.0<\/td>\n1171.0<\/td>\n1197.0<\/td>\n1226.0<\/td>\n1256.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Crank Arm Length<\/th>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Handlebar Width<\/th>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Recommended Rider Height<\/th>\n147.0 – 160.0<\/td>\n157.0 – 170.0<\/td>\n168.0 – 180.0<\/td>\n178.0 – 191.0<\/td>\n188.0 – 201.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Stem Length<\/th>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

Inspiration From the Past<\/h2>\n

According to Salsa’s product team, this Beargrease refresh draws inspiration from two previous platforms. It pulls from both the exploration-focused Heyday and the race-oriented Beargrease. When combined, you get a bike that can handle a wider variety of riding styles. <\/p>\n

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Beargrease Retail & Frame Details<\/h2>\n

Beargrease C Frameset: $1.999
Beargrease C GX AXS: $5,999
Beargrease C Eagle 90: $4,299
Beargrease C Eagle 70: $3,299
Beargrease Eagle 70: $1,999
Beargrease C CUES 11: $2,320<\/p>\n

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Frameset Details:<\/strong><\/p>\n