Surly Bikes Unveils Updated Straggler Gravel Bike this Season

September 25, 2025

A Surly classic gets frame and fit updates across eight new sizes

Bloomington, Minn. (September 25, 2025) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Surly Bikes, known for its quality steel bikes and parts, releases an updated Straggler gravel bike. A decade after its original launch, the new version of the Straggler emerged this week as the do-it-all gravel bike with a wider range of fitment and updated geometry.

The Surly Straggler gravel bike is revamped for 2025 with an all new geometry improving fit, and reducing the number of sizes from 5 to 8, resulting in minimizing toe overlap and improving standover clearance for riders with a shorter inseam. The updated iteration has a sloped top tube for improved stand over, a lowered seat tube for greater travel on dropper posts, increased bottom bracket drop for stability, and raised stack for a more comfortable ride. The inclusion of 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear thru-axles, flat mount brakes, and wider handlebars, provide stability for performance-oriented riding.

The Straggler is a gravel bike built for multi-terrain wanderings. It also serves as a light-duty touring bike and an all-weather commuter. Utilizing the classic ‘Natch’ tubeset by Surly, the 4130 steel frame features a 44mm head tube diameter allowing for varied fork options from steel to carbon, or even a 40mm gravel suspension fork. With internal dropper post routing compatibility, the Straggler continues to perform at every opportunity.

“We’re thrilled to expand on the capabilities of our long-standing gravel bike, which now performs at (almost) an unfair advantage,” said Tim Simundza, brand and marketing manager at Surly. “The new Straggler is more comfortable, more modern, and more capable for however humanoids want to ride it.”

Known for making serious steel bikes while not taking themselves too seriously, Surly delivers bikes that perform over their lifespan. From tube design and manufacturing to welding, heat treatment, and finishing, versatility and durability are considered every step of the way.

“We designed the next-gen Straggler with the modern explorer in mind,” said Adam Scholtes, Surly Brand Business Director. “Balancing the line between performance and transportation, this bicycle is built for those who take the path less traveled in confidence. Trusting in the capabilities of this vehicle, a detour through unpaved roads is no problem for the Straggler rider.”

The Straggler GRX is available at $2,499, the Cues at $1,999 and Straggler frameset at $899. Available in stores now and online at Surlybikes.com

About Surly Bikes

Founded in 1998, Surly is a pioneering brand in the world of steel bicycles and durable bike components. Renowned for its no-nonsense approach, Surly designs and builds bikes and gear that are built to last, perform in tough conditions, and adapt to a wide range of riding styles—from commuting and touring to singletrack and expedition cycling. With a strong focus on utility, simplicity, and rider freedom, Surly has cultivated a passionate community of riders who embrace adventure, resilience, and self-reliance on two wheels. Headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, Surly continues to challenge conventional bike industry trends by putting purpose, performance, and personality first. To learn more, visit www.surlybikes.com.