Confluence Cues 10 Gravel eBike - 700C, Aluminum
Can’t get enough gravel? Confluence Drop Bar CUES 10 gets it. Salsa's light gravel ebike enables more rides, more miles, and more fun on a wide range of terrain. It starts with a MAHLE X30 hub-drive motor that’s lightweight and discreet, yet packs 45Nm of torque — think of it as a tailwind everywhere you go.
Confluence’s geometry keeps you comfortable and stable on all those extra miles at higher speeds. And it’s equipped with all the mounts for supplying bigger rides or if you want to take the long, gravel-strewn route to work.
If your favorite routes include especially rowdy roads, Confluence accommodates a 40mm suspension fork, dropper post, and 700c x 50mm tires for confident control.
The Shimano CUES 1 x 10 drivetrain delivers smooth, accurate shifts and is durable enough to deal with your new daily gravel habit.
- Meets UL 2849, and UL 2271 certification
Key Features
Bar, Stem, Seatpost
- Bar, stem, and seatpost models are spec’d on bikes with the goal of making them as inclusive as possible, such as zero-rise handlebars on small flat-bar bikes to achieve proper stack height
On-Bike Storage
- Adventures require gear and riders should get to choose whether they carry it on their bike or on their body
Electric Assist
- It makes more rides possible
- It gives riders the confidence to extend their range
- It’s FUN
Details - Build Kit
Frameset
| Frame | Confluence 2.0 |
| Color | Midnight Blue |
| Fork | Confluence Carbon 2.0 |
Components
| Headset | FSA |
| Seatpost | Promax 12mm setback |
| Stem | Salsa Guide |
| Grips/Bar Tape | Velo cork |
| Saddle | WTB Volt |
| Handlebar | Salsa Cowbell |
| Lights Included | No |
Drivetrain
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano CUES U6000 |
| Cassette | Shimano CUES LG300, 11–50t, 10-speed |
| Drive Type | Hub-Drive |
| Chain | Shimano LG500 |
| Crankset | Shimano CUES U6030, 42t |
| Shifter | Shimano CUES U6030 |
| Brake Levers | Shimano CUES U6030 |
| Brake Calipers | Shimano CUES U6030 |
| Assist Levels | 3 |
| Rotors | Shimano RT26 (6-bolt, 180mm front, 160mm rear) |
| Drive Unit | MAHLE X30 |
| Ebike Classification | Class 1 |
| Max Assist Speed | 20 mph / 32 km/h |
| Motor Torque | 45Nm |
| Max Motor Assist | 250W |
| Battery Capacity | 237Wh |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| Removable Battery | No |
| Estimated Charge Time | 3.5 hours |
| Charger Included | Yes |
| Throttle | No |
| Walk Assist | Yes |
Wheels
| Front Tire | Teravail Washburn 700c x 50mm |
| Rear Tire | Teravail Washburn 700c x 50mm |
| Front Hub | WTB |
| Rear Hub | MAHLE X30 |
| Rim | WTB ST i25 |
Additional Features
6061-T6 aluminum frame
Confluence’s aluminum alloy tubing is developed specifically for the Confluence frame, and is heat-treated to T6 alloy standards for extra strength and durability.
Carbon fiber fork
The Confluence 2.0 Carbon Fiber Fork is lightweight, comfortable, cargo-ready, and gives you 50mm of tire clearance to play with.
Comfortable gravel geometry
Confluence is designed for stability and confidence on gravel at the higher average speeds riders experience on ebikes. An inclusive fit approach with low standover accommodates a wide range of bodies, abilities, and fit preferences.
Suspension corrected
Confluence is designed to accommodate 40mm gravel suspension forks (sold separately).
MAHLE X30 class 1 hub-drive system
This Class 1 rear hub-drive motor delivers electric assist up to 20mph/32kph, and has a smoother top-end than the previous-generation X35+. It’s also one of the lightest ebike systems in-market at 1.9kg, and its low-profile appearance mean that Confluence looks like a regular gravel bike.
45Nm max torque
Enjoy up to 45Nm of assist that feels natural, not overwhelming. The MAHLE X30 system offers three assist levels, and sensors detect when you’re pedaling to moderate the level of support generated at the hub.
250Wh internal battery
You can’t see it, but you’ll certainly feel it. MAHLE’s 237Wh iX2 battery is nestled inside Confluence’s downtube for added security and stiffness. This battery size hits the ideal combination of efficiency and weight for what we designed Confluence to do.
Capable of up to 421Wh with range extender (sold separately)
Increase your range with MAHLE’S External Battery Ex1 range extender. Simply attach it to your bottle cage bolts for an extra 171Wh of adventure.
HMI compact remote top tube controller
Minimal and intuitive controller displays battery status and allows you to cycle through assist modes with one button.
Handlebar-mounted controls
MAHLE eShifters let you cycle through assist modes and more without taking your hands off the handlebar.
Connected if you want to be
The MAHLE system offers ANT+ connectivity for third party devices, and Bluetooth® for app integration. MAHLE’s MySmartBike app allows for customization, metrics, mapping, and more.
Massive 700c x 50mm tire clearance
Confluence fits up to 700c x 50mm tires front and rear so you can ride those lesser-traveled tracks. 700c x 42mm maximum tire clearance when equipped with fenders.
On-bike cargo features
Attach a rack to your Confluence for serious cargo capacity, or use the sleeker Three-Pack mounts for extra water bottles or our EXP Series Anything Cage HD to pack a cooking kit, extra layers, or whatever else you dream up.
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