Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 26" / 650b / 700c -
Groupset Tiagra, Shimano -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 2 × 10 -
Brakes Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Surly Pack Rat, Surly 4130 CroMoly steel. Main triangle double-butted. TIG-welded. ED coated
Suspension Fork
Surly Pack Rat, 4130 CroMoly, lugged & brazed. Sloping crown w/threaded eyelets, tapered & butted curved blades w/mid-blade rack eyelets, dual dropout eyelets
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra RD-4700 GS, 10 speed, Black
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra FD-4700
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra ST-4700 2x10
Cassette
Microshift 10 spd, 11-34t
Crank
Shimano FC-R460 48x34t
Bottom Bracket
68mm wide, standard English threaded 1.37? x 24t
Chain
KMC X10EL-1
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula RB51 32h
Rear Hub
Formula RB52 32h
Rims
Alex Adventurer 2, 32h
Tires
26- WTB Slick 26x1.5" 650- Panaracer Pancenti Pari-Moto 650bx42
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro CR720
Brake Levers
Shimano Tiagra ST-4700
Cockpit
Stem
ProMax DA-296, Black
Handlebar
ProMax Flare-Out 31.8, Black
Headset
Cane Creek custom 5, 1-1/8" threadless Black
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport
Seatpost
ProMax SP-2016, offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 52cm | 52cm | 52cm | 54cm | 54cm | 54cm | 56cm | 56cm | 56cm | 58cm | 58cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.3 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.3 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.32 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.34 mm | 1.34 mm |
| Front Center | 577 mm | 577 mm | 577 mm | 587 mm | 587 mm | 587 mm | 597 mm | 597 mm | 597 mm | 606 mm | 606 mm | 606 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 43 mm | 46 mm | 52 mm | 42 mm | 45 mm | 51 mm | 42 mm | 45 mm | 51 mm | 47 mm | 50 mm | 56 mm |
| Stack | 519 mm | 519 mm | 519 mm | 533 mm | 533 mm | 533 mm | 548 mm | 548 mm | 548 mm | 562 mm | 562 mm | 562 mm |
| Reach | 398 mm | 398 mm | 398 mm | 403 mm | 403 mm | 403 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm | 409 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm | 419 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 551 mm | 551 mm | 551 mm | 566 mm | 566 mm | 566 mm | 581 mm | 581 mm | 581 mm | 596 mm | 596 mm | 596 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 520 mm | 520 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 540 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 560 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm | 580 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 145 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm | 175 mm | 175 mm | 175 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm | 416 mm |
| Wheelbase | 987 mm | 987 mm | 987 mm | 997 mm | 997 mm | 997 mm | 1007 mm | 1007 mm | 1007 mm | 1016 mm | 1016 mm | 1016 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 792 mm | 792 mm | 792 mm | 808 mm | 808 mm | 808 mm | 824 mm | 824 mm | 824 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm | 840 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 650 | 700 | 26" | 650 | 700 | 26" | 650 | 700 | 26" | 650 | 700 |
Model Overview
Pack Rat is part of the Surly Pack model. 6 bikes variations carry this model name so far. Take a sneak peek at all Surly Pack bikes models from 2018, by clicking here.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Touring bikes
If you want an acceptable Touring bike you should know that the average price is 1007$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Touring bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Overview of components
Fork material
When it comes to the fork, this bike has a steel one, which is tougher than carbon in the case of an impact. However, it can add some extra weight to the bike.
Wheels size
The Pack Rat 2018 bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Surly Pack Rat is equipped with Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, you could spend a little extra and get a bike that has hydraulic brakes.