Originally Posted by
Erik_A
I just bought a 2008 Surly CC and I love it. It has a great ride. I got it for $930 from Jenson (1050 list). I would snap up a 2008 if you can because the list on the 2009 Cross Check is going up $120, I have heard. I wouldn't worry about the Tiagra, because you can swap out the rear derailluer for something better later, the bar end shifters are Dura-Ace.
Hi Erik - thanks for the response. Do you know if the chain rings that come with the bike will fit 10 speed cassettes? I like the Surly a lot, but as noted in my original post, any upgrades on components will drive the price up substantially. Would be cool if I can upgrade to 10 speed by changing just the shifter (i.e. a 105 or ultegra brifter), front & rear derallier + cassette (without having to change the crank system).