Surly Preamble Drop-Bar All-Road Adventure Bike
Details
Riding both pavement and gravel just got better with the Surly Preamble Drop-Bar – a durable, comfortable adventure bike built from 100% chromoly steel tubing. With disc-ready construction, fender and rack mounts, plus clearance for tires up to 41 mm, it’s ideal for commuting, light touring or gravel exploration. Thanks to Surly’s proven steel chassis, you get smooth ride feel and long-term durability whether you roll through city streets, rough tracks or weekend escapes.
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- Offered in flat-bar and drop-bar configurations
- Easy T-Shirt sizing to fit nearly every rider (XS, S, M, L, XL)
- Sloping top tubes on XS and Small frames for improved standover and comfort
- To offer the best rider experience for every frame size, XS and S frames get 650b wheelsets while M–XL get 700c
- Custom-cast single-position vertical dropout
| X-Small | Small | Medium | Large | X-Large | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [mm] | [mm] | [mm] | [mm] | [mm] | |
| Seat Tube Length | 410.0mm | 505.0mm | 565.0mm | 605.0mm | 645.0mm |
| Top Tube Length (Effective) | 500.0mm | 545.0mm | 570.0mm | 600.0mm | 630.0mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.0° | 71.0° | 72.0° | 72.0° | 72.0° |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74.0° | 73.0° | 72.5° | 72.0° | 72.0° |
| BB Drop | 54.0mm | 54.0mm | 66.0mm | 66.0mm | 66.0mm |
| Chainstay Length | 420.0mm | 420.0mm | 435.0mm | 435.0mm | 435.0mm |
| Wheelbase | 987.0mm | 1013.0mm | 1030.0mm | 1055.0mm | 1085.0mm |
| Standover Height | 722.0mm | 776.0mm | 826.0mm | 863.0mm | 901.0mm |
| Head Tube Length | 120.0mm | 135.0mm | 130.0mm | 170.0mm | 210.0mm |
| Fork Length | 380.0mm | 380.0mm | 400.0mm | 400.0mm | 400.0mm |
| Fork Rake | 47.0mm | 47.0mm | 44.0mm | 44.0mm | 44.0mm |
| Stack | 517.0mm | 535.0mm | 567.0mm | 605.0mm | 643.0mm |
| Reach | 352.0mm | 381.0mm | 391.0mm | 404.0mm | 421.0mm |
| Stem Length | 80mm | 80mm | 90mm | 100mm | 100mm |
| Stem Angle | 7° | 7° | 7° | 7° | 7° |
| Handlebar Width | 380mm | 400mm | 420mm | 440mm | 460mm |
| Crank Length | 165mm | 170mm | 170mm | 175mm | 175mm |
| Size | Small | Medium | Large | X-Large |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 5'4" - 5'8" | 5'7" - 6'0" | 5'11" - 6'3" | 6'2" - 6'7" |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: Cycling can be dangerous. Bicycles and bicycle products should be assembled and serviced by a professional mechanic. Never modify your bicycle or accessories. Read and follow all product instructions and warnings including information on the manufacturer’s website. Inspect your bicycle before every use. Always wear a helmet.
Specs
| Frame | Surly Preamble, 100% Chromoly steel tubing, E.D. coated |
|---|---|
| Fork | Surly Preamble, 100% Chromoly steel fork, Disc Only |
| Rims | 21mm, 32h |
| Hubs | Novatec, 6-bolt disc, 32h, QR |
| Tires | Kenda Kwik Tendril 700c x 35mm & Kenda Standard 650b x 1.35 |
| Bottom Bracket | JIS 68 x 124.5mm |
| Crankset | Samox, 3-piece, 40t |
| Shifters | microSHIFT R400-L and R-490-R |
| Rear Derailleur | microSHIFT RD-M46S |
| Cassette/Freewheel | microSHIFT 11-36t, 9-speed |
| Chain | KMC Z9 |
| Brakes | Avid BB7 Mechanical |
| Rotors | SRAM 160mm F/R |
| Brake Levers | microSHIFT R400-L and R-490-R |
| Handlebars | Salsa Cowbell |
| Tape/Grips | Black Cork |
| Stem | Kalloy 31.8 |
| Headset | VP 1-1/8" Threadless |
| Seatpost | Kalloy 27.2 x 300mm |
| Saddle | Selle Italia X-Base |
| Pedals | Sold separately |
* Subject to change without notice.
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Part Numbers
| Option | UPC | MPN | Store SKU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thorfrost White / Medium | 708752415294 | BK3463 | SUR48737690M |
| Thorfrost White / Large | 708752415430 | BK3464 | SUR4783187E |
| Thorfrost White / X-Large | 708752415577 | BK3465 | SUR48880832E |