Surly straggler overview.

[@kristiangoetz5173]

I love your description of the bikes character at the end. Thank you for the video!

[@TheUndeadMechanic]

Thanks. I guess the process of defining the desired final use, the back and forth with the client, helps to make that idea clearer such that all that is left is to put it into words. Which sometimes, I do a decent job.

[@jkevinAH]

Hi, i was wondering about the IS to FlatMount Adpater, it was shown to also use a flat mount at the front. I researched since i am about to buy a straggler frame but want to mount a grx caliper same in the video. I was told that using the adapter on the front would make the needed rotors 180mm instead of 160mm. But the surly website says max rotor size for the straggler is 160mm. Any advice/thoughts? Thanks for the vid

[@TheUndeadMechanic]

Notice in advance. This was an adaptation because the client had already purchased the groupset. I revised what was mounted and it is a 180mm front with a 160mm in the back. You should consider: your weight, what type of tires, surface you will mainly ride, if you will be carrying weight, and what type of riding. In our case, the rider is of average weight and on mostly dirt trails with the tires we have mounted in a relaxed touring style. Also I can't vouche for any other mounts other than the ones that were used on this build. The tolerances are tight but there is no interference. If surly says 160mm, I would generally stick to their recommendations. Also this may void any frame guarantee offered by surly so choose wisely.

[@brianwaugh9249]

Interesting that you went into such detail but mis-stated facts. The tires are clearly 700 x 50C as stated on the side. (3:30) Yet you called them out as 700 x 43 (11:52). Details, details, details. ;)

[@TheUndeadMechanic]

Not very interesting really. Just a small oversight. 43's were the original intention on this build, but after further discussion with the client, we settled on the 50's. My original notes had not been updated, hence the error. I strive to be as accurate as possible. Thanks for the keen eye. The correction has been made.