Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 26" -
Groupset GX, X5 -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
156cm - 166cm
SM
163cm - 174cm
MD
171cm - 182cm
LG
179cm - 189cm
XL
185cm - 195cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Surly Wednesday, 100% Surly 4130 CroMoly steel. ED coated. Double-butted main triangle. TIG-welded
Suspension Fork
Surly Wednesday, Tapered straight blade 4130 CroMoly. 468mm axle to crown, 47mm offset. 51mm I.S. front standard disc mount, 150mm x 15mm thru-axle dropouts (axle included), 100mm suspension fork compatible
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Type 2.1
Front Derailleur
SRAM X5
Shift Levers
SRAM X5, trigger shifter
Cassette
Microshift H100, 11-36t, 10-speed
Crank
SRAM X5 22/34t
Bottom Bracket
100mm wide, standard English threading (1.37? x 24t)
Chain
KMC X10
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula 150 x 15mm thru-axle, 32h black
Rear Hub
Formula 177 x 12mm thru-axle, 32h black
Rims
Surly My Other Brother Darryl, 80mm w/speedholes
Tires
Surly Nate 26 x 3.8?, 27tpi
Brakes
Brakes
Hayes MX Comp, V-Series 160mm rotors front & rear
Brake Levers
Tektro 520
Cockpit
Stem
HL 4 bolt 31.8mm
Handlebar
Premetec 31.8mm 11 degree
Headset
Cane Creek 10
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost
H.L., 30.9 x 410mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.43 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.29 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 288 mm | 288 mm | 288 mm | 288 mm | 288 mm |
| Front Center | 652 mm | 672 mm | 693 mm | 714 mm | 735 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Trail | 81 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Stack | 574 mm | 574 mm | 588 mm | 598 mm | 607 mm |
| Reach | 401 mm | 421 mm | 437 mm | 454 mm | 472 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 571 mm | 591 mm | 611 mm | 631 mm | 651 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 316 mm | 366 mm | 416 mm | 466 mm | 516 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° | 69 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 95 mm | 100 mm | 110 mm | 120 mm | 130 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm | 436 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1082 mm | 1102 mm | 1123 mm | 1144 mm | 1165 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 712 mm | 738 mm | 775 mm | 808 mm | 842 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
| Rider Min Height | 156 cm | 163 cm | 171 cm | 179 cm | 185 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 166 cm | 174 cm | 182 cm | 189 cm | 195 cm |
Model Overview
Wednesday is a Surly Wednesday model. 12 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Check out the entire range from 2017 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority so always wear a helmet when you ride your bike. Moreover, wear the right clothing. You want to be visible to other drivers, so avoid wearing dark clothing.
Crosscountry bikes average price
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Crosscountry bike that is reliable is 1905$. However, you could also get a good Crosscountry bike even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
Overview of components
Fork material
The fork on this bike is made out of steel, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Wheels size
The Wednesday 2017 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Wednesday has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.
Sizes
Surly Wednesday bike has 5 sizes, in the range of 156 cm – 195 cm (5.12 ft – 6.4 ft). In conclusion, it won’t take much to find one that’s right for you.