Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Frame summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset microSHIFT, microSHIFT Acolyte -
Drivetrain 1 × 8 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Surly 4130 CroMoly steel. Main triangle double-butted. Surly 4130 CroMoly steel. Main triangle double-butted. TIG-welded. ED Coated
Suspension Fork
Surly Cross-Check, 4130 CroMoly, lugged & brazed. Surly Cross-Check, 4130 CroMoly, lugged & brazed. Sloping crown w/threaded eyelets, tapered & butted curved blades w/mid-blade rack eyelets, dual dropout eyelets
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Microshift RD-M5185M
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
Microshift Acolyte Xpress
Cassette
Microshift CS-H083, 12-42, 8-speed
Crank
Samox 3pcs, BCD110 Square taper, 40t chainring
Bottom Bracket
68x110.5mm
Chain
KMC X8
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatech 32h, 100mm, w/QR
Rear Hub
Novatech 32h, 135mm, w/QR
Tires
Kenda Kwest 700c x 35mm
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M730
Cockpit
Stem
ProMax, 31.8, 4-Bolt
Handlebar
Dimension Mountain
Headset
Cane Creek 10
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt 142
Seatpost
ProMax, ProMax SP-2019 non-offset (42–50cm), SP-2016 offset (52–62cm) 27.2 x 300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 42cm | 46cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm | 60cm | 62cm | 64cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.39 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.35 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.44 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.49 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Front Center | 579 mm | 581 mm | 589 mm | 590 mm | 598 mm | 603 mm | 614 mm | 628 mm | 638 mm | 658 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm | 67 mm |
| Stack | 531 mm | 531 mm | 531 mm | 531 mm | 541.4 mm | 559.5 mm | 578.7 mm | 596.6 mm | 615.7 mm | 633.9 mm |
| Reach | 381.7 mm | 383.8 mm | 392.1 mm | 392.7 mm | 397.8 mm | 397.3 mm | 401.3 mm | 410.3 mm | 414 mm | 427.5 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 525 mm | 531.8 mm | 544.8 mm | 550.1 mm | 563 mm | 573 mm | 583 mm | 603 mm | 613 mm | 633 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 420 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 600 mm | 620 mm | 665 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 91 mm | 102 mm | 121 mm | 141 mm | 160 mm | 180 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 992 mm | 994 mm | 1008 mm | 1008 mm | 1017 mm | 1022 mm | 1032 mm | 1047 mm | 1057 mm | 1077 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Standover Height | 750 mm | 769 mm | 787 mm | 797 mm | 812 mm | 829 mm | 848 mm | 866 mm | 885 mm | 904 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Cross-Check Frameset belongs to the Surly Cross Check model. There are 12 frames that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2022 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
When you go for a ride, don’t forget to put your helmet on. Moreover, ride with traffic, not against it. This will help you stay visible to drivers and also makes it easier for them to see you.
Average price for Commuter frames
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Commuter frame is 742$. However, you could also get a good Commuter frame even if you pay a lower amount than the average price. In short, before purchasing your ideal frame do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
At the moment of the release date, Surly Cross-Check Frameset price was 699$. Comparing this to the average Commuter frame price, we see that the price is 6.15% smaller.
Cross-Check Frameset components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this frame has a steel one, which tends to be more flexible than carbon forks in general. However, a carbon fork is considerably lighter.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This frame has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they have problems in wet conditions.