Originally Posted by bwgride

When I think of invention and design in bicycles, it is difficult to find a company that bests Surly for trying new concepts that others won't touch. The reintroduced the classic styled touring bike back in early 2000s when others avoided touring bikes, then introduced the Big Dummy (a unique, elongated cargo bike), then the Troll and Ogre (off-road bikes capable of wide tires, 2.5"), then they brought fat-bikes to the masses.