Surly Midnight Special Frameset 2022
2022 Road
Estimate price |
799$
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
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Frame Steel -
Groupset Rival -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 11 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
4130 CroMoly, double-butted main triangle, ED coated, TIG-welded
Suspension Fork
4130 CroMoly, ED coated, TIG-welded
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival 1
Front Derailleur
n/a
Shift Levers
SRAM Rival 1
Crank
SRAM Rival 1 40T
Bottom Bracket
SRAM GXP
Chain
KMC X11
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatech D791, 12mm Thru, 32H
Rear Hub
Novatech D792, 142mm Thru, 32H
Tires
WTB Horizon, 650b x 47, tan wall
Brakes
Brakes
TRP Spyre, 160mm rotors
Brake Levers
SRAM Rival 1
Cockpit
Stem
ProMax, 31.8 4 bolt
Handlebar
Salsa Cowbell 3
Headset
Cane Creek 40, 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport
Seatpost
Promax, ProMax SP-2019 27.2x300mm non-offset (for 40-50), ProMax SP-2016 27.2x300mm offset (for 54-64cm)
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 40cm | 46cm | 50cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm | 64cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.463 mm | 1.47 mm | 1.435 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.476 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.516 mm | 1.515 mm |
| Front Center | 578 mm | 579 mm | 591 mm | 602 mm | 596 mm | 610 mm | 619 mm | 633 mm |
| Rake | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Trail | 62 mm | 58 mm | 55 mm | 52 mm | 59 mm | 59 mm | 55 mm | 53 mm |
| Stack | 531 mm | 538 mm | 544 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 599 mm | 620 mm | 641 mm |
| Reach | 363 mm | 366 mm | 379 mm | 389 mm | 393 mm | 402 mm | 409 mm | 423 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 555 mm | 570 mm | 585 mm | 605 mm | 625 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 400 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 600 mm | 640 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71.5 ° | 72 ° | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73.5 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 125 mm | 140 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm | 425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 993 mm | 994 mm | 1007 mm | 1018 mm | 1012 mm | 1027 mm | 1036 mm | 1050 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 70 mm | 70 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Standover Height | 720 mm | 751 mm | 778 mm | 806 mm | 827 mm | 846 mm | 866 mm | 895 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
About this model
Midnight Special Frameset completes the Surly Midnight model. Surly launched 10 frames of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2022, by clicking on this link.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Average price for Gravel frames
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Gravel frame that is reliable is 1505$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Gravel frame. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the frame and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 799$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Midnight Special Frameset price is 88.36% lower than the average cost of a Gravel frame.
Midnight Special Frameset components
Fork material
Midnight Special Frameset has a steel fork, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the frame.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This frame has Mechanical Disc brakes. They deliver good performance and cost less than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.