1997 Salsa Factory Single Speed
This Salsa Factory Single Speed was custom ordered through American Cyclery, and was more than likely produced at the Petaluma location during the transition in ownership to Quality Bicycle Products. At the time, the popularity of single speeds was just starting to gain momentum, and the 29er phenomena hadn't yet begun. The frame received a custom, sterling silver headbadge by Jen Green that depicts the Salsa Pepperman and the motto, "If it Ain't Moto, it's Worthless!" This slogan was written on the kitchen wall of a group household in Santa Cruz, CA, known as "Hut Otis", where Salsa founder Ross Shafer lived on occasion.
More information about Salsas can be found on the Salsa Photo Archive page.
More information about Salsas can be found on the Salsa Photo Archive page.
The Build
Year: 1997
S/N: SM2289 Frame: Salsa Factory Single Speed Fork: Salsa Ritchey Logic Stem: Salsa Moto Headset: Chris King Bottom Bracket: WTB Grease Guard Handlebar: WTB Custom Trials Titanium Brake Levers: Avid Speed Dial V-Brake Front Brake: Avid Arch Supreme Rear Brake: Avid Arch Supreme Crankset: Ritchey Logic Chainrings: Sakae 36T Pedals: Shimano M747 Hubs: Phil Wood KISS-Off Rims: Mavic X517 Tires: Continental Explorer Pro 2.1 Seatpost: McMahon Titanium Saddle: Selle Italia Flite Titanium Grips: ATI Tomac Chain: Sedis Cog: White Industries 18T Freewheel Bottle Cage: King Cage Stainless Steel |
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