Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Steel -
Wheels 26" / 650b -
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. Surly Pack Rat, Surly 4130 CroMoly steel. Main triangle double-butted. TIG-welded. ED coated
Suspension Fork
Surly Pack Rat, 4130 CroMoly, lugged & brazed. 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
Front Derailleur
Shimano Tiagra FD-4700
Shift Levers
Shimano Tiagra ST-4700
Cassette
Microshift 10 spd, 11-34t
Crank
Shimano FC-R460 48x34t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-RS500
Chain
KMC X10
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula RB-51 32h QR
Rear Hub
Formula RB-52 32h QR
Rims
Alex Adventurer 2, Tubeless Ready
Tires
26/650b- Panaracer Pasela 26x1.5, 650b x 42
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro CR720
Brake Levers
Shimano Tiagra ST-4700
Cockpit
Stem
ProMax 31.8 4 bolt
Handlebar
ProMax Flare-Out
Headset
Cane Creek custom 5, 1-1/8"
Seat
Saddle
WTB Volt Sport
Seatpost
ProMax 27.2 350L offset
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 38cm | 42cm | 46cm | 50cm | 52cm | 54cm | 56cm | 58cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.29 mm | 1.33 mm | 1.36 mm | 1.38 mm | 1.43 mm | 1.45 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.48 mm |
| Front Center | 556 mm | 557 mm | 559 mm | 569 mm | 577 mm | 587 mm | 596 mm | 605 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 50 mm | 47 mm | 42 mm | 42 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm |
| Stack | 476 mm | 492 mm | 509 mm | 524 mm | 548 mm | 563 mm | 577 mm | 592 mm |
| Reach | 368 mm | 369 mm | 375 mm | 381 mm | 384 mm | 389 mm | 394 mm | 399 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 492 mm | 502 mm | 517 mm | 532 mm | 547 mm | 562 mm | 577 mm | 592 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 75.5 ° | 75 ° | 74.5 ° | 74 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 380 mm | 420 mm | 460 mm | 500 mm | 520 mm | 540 mm | 560 mm | 580 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 72.5 ° | 73 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 90 mm | 105 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm | 160 mm | 175 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 407 mm | 412 mm | 412 mm | 412 mm | 412 mm |
| Wheelbase | 959 mm | 960 mm | 962 mm | 972 mm | 983 mm | 993 mm | 1002 mm | 1011 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 45 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm | 55 mm |
| Standover Height | 695 mm | 722 mm | 748 mm | 774 mm | 802 mm | 818 mm | 834 mm | 851 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
About this model
Pack Rat is a Surly Pack model. Surly launched 6 bikes of this model so far. Check out the entire range from 2020 of this model, by clicking this link.
Safety
When cycling always take safety very seriously. Wear a helmet, obey the traffic rules and wear hi-vis clothes. In short, take care of yourself so others can take care of you.
Average price for Touring bikes
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Touring bike is 1007$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Touring bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. To make sure you don’t pay a higher amount than normal for your bike, always do some components analysis and read reviews.
This bike was released in 2020 and its price was 1475$. Comparing the average cost of a Touring bike to this one, you will see that Pack Rat price is 46.47% higher.
Overview of components
Fork material
Pack Rat has a steel fork, so, it can add some extra weight to your bike. However, steel is a pretty tough and durable material.
Wheels size
When leaving the production line, the Pack Rat model has 26″ aluminum wheels. The 26″ wheels are lighter than the 27.5 or 29″ wheels. However, they are less forgiving when riding over obstacles such as bumps and roots.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This bike has Rim brakes. Rim brakes deliver an average performance overall. However, they are not nearly as effective as hydraulic brakes are.