Surly Preamble

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A hard-boiled, straightforward steel bike built for comfort, durability, and general buffoonery on mostly paved surfaces.

Nothing More is Needed. Nothing Less Will Do.
The challenge: Build a serious steel bike with only the essentials. Make it quick and comfortable on pavement yet confident on rougher surfaces. The result is the Preamble—a pavement and gravel utility bike proving you don’t need to cut corners or overspend to enjoy a reliable steel ride.

Smooth and efficient on asphalt, the Preamble’s double-butted main triangle absorbs life’s inevitable potholes. Designed for simplicity and customization, it supports racks, fenders, and water bottles. Whether you prefer flat bars, drop bars, baskets, or bags, the Preamble is the gateway to steel euphoria. Key Features

- Flat-bar and drop-bar configurations available.
- Easy T-shirt sizing (XS, S, M, L, XL).
- XS and S frames use 650b wheels; M–XL use 700c wheels.
- Custom-cast single-position vertical dropout.
- Sloping top tubes on XS and S frames for improved standover and comfort.