Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Steel -
Wheels 700c -
Groupset microSHIFT Marvo -
Suspension Rigid -
Drivetrain 1 × 9 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Sizing
Recommended size guide.
XS
152cm - 165cm
XS
152cm - 165cm
SM
162cm - 172cm
SM
162cm - 172cm
MD
170cm - 182cm
MD
170cm - 182cm
LG
180cm - 190cm
LG
180cm - 190cm
XL
188cm - 200cm
XL
188cm - 200cm
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Surly Preamble, 100% Chromoly steel tubing, E.D. coated
Suspension Fork
Surly Preamble, 100% Chromoly steel fork, Disc Only
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
microSHIFT RD-M46S
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shift Levers
microSHIFT R400
Cassette
microSHIFT 11-36t, 9-speed
Crank
Samox, 3-piece, 40t
Bottom Bracket
JIS 68 x 124.5mm
Chain
KMC Z9
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec, 6-bolt disc, 32h, QR
Rear Hub
Novatec, 6-bolt disc, 32h, QR
Rims
21mm, 32h, Tubeless Compatible
Tires
Kenda Kwik Tendril 700c x 35mm (MD/LG/XL) & Kenda Standard 650b x 1.35 (XS/SM)
Brakes
Brakes
Avid BB7 Mechanical
Brake Levers
microSHIFT R400-L and R-490-R
Cockpit
Stem
Kalloy 31.8
Handlebar
Salsa Cowbell
Headset
VP 1-1/8" Threadless
Seat
Saddle
Selle Italia X-Base
Seatpost
Kalloy 27.2 x 300mm
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | XS | XS | SM | SM | MD | MD | LG | LG | XL | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.48 mm | 1.48 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.41 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.46 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.51 mm | 1.54 mm | 1.54 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 282 mm | 282 mm | 282 mm | 282 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm | 270 mm |
| Front Center | 573 mm | 573 mm | 599 mm | 599 mm | 604 mm | 604 mm | 629 mm | 629 mm | 658 mm | 658 mm |
| Rake | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 47 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 72 mm | 72 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Stack | 510 mm | 510 mm | 528 mm | 528 mm | 560 mm | 560 mm | 598 mm | 598 mm | 636 mm | 636 mm |
| Reach | 345 mm | 345 mm | 374 mm | 374 mm | 384 mm | 384 mm | 397 mm | 397 mm | 414 mm | 414 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 410 mm | 410 mm | 505 mm | 505 mm | 565 mm | 565 mm | 605 mm | 605 mm | 645 mm | 645 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 70 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° | 72 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 120 mm | 135 mm | 135 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 170 mm | 170 mm | 210 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm | 413 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm | 428 mm |
| Wheelbase | 980 mm | 980 mm | 1006 mm | 1006 mm | 1023 mm | 1023 mm | 1048 mm | 1048 mm | 1078 mm | 1078 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 54 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm | 54 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Standover Height | 715 mm | 715 mm | 769 mm | 769 mm | 819 mm | 819 mm | 856 mm | 856 mm | 894 mm | 894 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 |
| Rider Min Height | 152 cm | 152 cm | 162 cm | 162 cm | 170 cm | 170 cm | 180 cm | 180 cm | 188 cm | 188 cm |
| Rider Max Height | 165 cm | 165 cm | 172 cm | 172 cm | 182 cm | 182 cm | 190 cm | 190 cm | 200 cm | 200 cm |
About this model
Preamble Drop Bar belongs to the Surly Preamble model. There are 3 bikes that carry this model name. Check out the entire range from 2023 of this model, by clicking this link.
Model range prices
Surly Preamble Flat Bar 2023 is the cheapest bike model and costs 899$. Surly Preamble Drop Bar 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 899$.
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.
General Road bikes average price
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy General Road bike is 1915$. However, even though the average price of a General Road bike is lower, you might still be able to get a top-quality bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, if we have a quick look at this model’s cost, we can see that at its release date the price was 899$. Comparing the average cost of a General Road bike to this one, you will see that Preamble Drop Bar price is 113.01% smaller.
Preamble Drop Bar 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
The wheels on Preamble Drop Bar are the 700c aluminum type. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Preamble Drop Bar comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, performance-wise there is room for improvement.
Sizes
Preamble Drop Bar comes in 10 sizes, that range from 152 cm – 200 cm (4.99 ft – 6.56 ft). In short, it won’t be difficult to find the right one for you.