{"id":10197,"date":"2026-09-15T22:03:21","date_gmt":"2026-09-15T22:03:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/velomag.eu\/salsa-beargrease-2026-the-ultimate-bikepacking-adventure\/"},"modified":"2026-09-15T22:03:21","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T22:03:21","slug":"salsa-beargrease-2026-the-ultimate-bikepacking-adventure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/velomag.eu\/nl\/salsa-beargrease-2026-the-ultimate-bikepacking-adventure\/","title":{"rendered":"Salsa Beargrease 2026: The Ultimate Bikepacking Adventure!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Winter Fat Bikes \u2013 Bushtukah<\/a>Salsa Cycles Unveils the 2026 Beargrease: A Fusion of Performance and Versatility<\/strong><\/p>\n

Salsa Cycles has introduced the 2026 Beargrease, a fat bike that seamlessly blends the brand’s extensive experience with modern mountain bike innovations. Designed for stability and versatility across diverse terrains, the new Beargrease is available in both carbon and aluminum frames and accommodates 27.5 x 4.5\u2033 tires. (bikepacking.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Enhanced Geometry and Design<\/strong><\/p>\n

The latest Beargrease features updated geometry, including a longer wheelbase, slacker head tube angle, and extended chainstays. These adjustments aim to improve weight distribution and position the rider’s center of gravity over the bottom bracket, enhancing overall handling and stability. (bikepacking.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Bearpaw Fork: A New Standard<\/strong><\/p>\n

Central to the 2026 Beargrease is the new Bearpaw fork, available in both carbon and aluminum versions. This fork boasts a 44mm offset, internal brake routing, and a 483mm axle-to-crown measurement. The carbon variant features a full carbon construction, while the aluminum version is equipped with an alloy steerer. Salsa has announced that the carbon Bearpaw fork will be available for aftermarket purchase at $599 USD. (bikepacking.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Tire Compatibility and Mounting Options<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Beargrease is designed to clear 27.5 x 4.5\u2033 or 26 x 4.8\u2033 tires, providing ample flotation on soft surfaces. The frame includes a SRAM Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) dropout and is equipped with multiple mounting points for racks, bags, and cages. These include top-tube mounts, bolt-on frame bag mounts, two or three standard bottle mounts (depending on frame size), downtube mounts, and three-pack mounts on both fork legs. Additionally, a rear rack can be installed using Salsa\u2019s Rack-Lock Seatpost Clamp. (bikepacking.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n

Geometry Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 2026 Beargrease is available in five sizes, from XS to XL, with the following geometry:<\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Size<\/th>\nEffective Top Tube<\/th>\nReach<\/th>\nStack<\/th>\nWheelbase<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
XS<\/td>\n559.5 mm<\/td>\n425 mm<\/td>\n582.7 mm<\/td>\n1147.0 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
SM<\/td>\n581.6 mm<\/td>\n445 mm<\/td>\n591.8 mm<\/td>\n1171.1 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MD<\/td>\n604.8 mm<\/td>\n465 mm<\/td>\n605.4 mm<\/td>\n1197.3 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
LG<\/td>\n629.0 mm<\/td>\n485 mm<\/td>\n623.6 mm<\/td>\n1225.6 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
XL<\/td>\n654.2 mm<\/td>\n505 mm<\/td>\n646.4 mm<\/td>\n1255.8 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

Pricing and Availability<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 2026 Beargrease is offered in four complete builds, ranging from $1,999 to $5,999 USD:<\/p>\n