Originally Posted by
RobbieTunes
I've never quite gotten the Surly idea, and probably won't.
I don't think I'm their target market. I'm not even sure their take-off parts are something I need.
I commuted on a Cross Check for a year and I could easily recommend that bicycle over the Trek 720 I sold yesterday.
I called the Trek the flexi flyer, so in this regard the Surly carried work gear better than that bicycle.
In addition, our neighbor across the alley has a Surly Pugsley that is fun to play with in the snow.
I don't want to buy one, but they are fun for cheap thrills in fresh powder.
All in all, a Surly has its place, as long as a rider doesn't expect too much.