Originally Posted by
bikemig
I own a Soma doublecross which is a pretty similar bike. The tubing set is I think a little nice (prestige main tubes) than the surly cross-check. It's the most versatile bike I own. I run it with good quality 700 x 32 c tire and as a triple. The bike is comfortable for all day riding over almost any type of terrain. It is simply a solid high quality bike.
Have the same bike. Its the best bike I've ever owned. It can be a rigid mtb, a roadie, a commuter, a tourer, a cx bike, or any combination. It really makes one bike only doable. I also hate being a rolling billboard and the Soma does a fine job of looking good, but a single color with very subdued markings.