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Krampus is a dedicated 29+ trail bike that can go over, off of, or through just about anything in its path.

Breaking the Mold with a 29er Bike

As the first “plus” bike to hit the market, Krampus changed the way many people approach trail riding. It’s shown people the light of how high volume, large diameter tires can vastly improve the ride experience. It’s also done a bang-up job dispelling the myth that big tires make you slow.

Krampus is kind of like the opposite of a mullet: long in the front and short in the rear. With a long toptube and compact chainstays, it takes trail-shredding abilities to the next level. A mullet may be business in the front, party in the back but Krampus makes partying its business.

"Lean back, hang on, and ride that wild horse." -Thor

  • Modern trail standards: dropper post compatibility, 44mm headtube, Gnot-Boost rear spacing, thru-axles, suspension corrected fork
  • Compatibility with most mountain bike standards makes it the perfect parts bin bike (no rim brakes allowed though)
  • Clearance for 29" x 3" tires

Bike Capabilities

  • 5/5 with Singletrack Singletrack: 5 out of 5
  • 4/5 with Bikepacking Bikepacking: 4 out of 5
  • 3/5 with Commuting Commuting: 3 out of 5
  • 5/5 with Tire Clearance Tire Clearance: 5 out of 5

NOTE: You can ride your bike wherever the hell you want, but this is what we think this bike is best at.

Surly Krampus front suspension bike next to freshly built berm trail in woods
Surly Krampus rigid bike fork detail
Surly Krampus front suspension bike, Nose Drip Curry color seat tube decal detail
Surly Krampus rigid bike side view outside, First Loser color
Mountain biker riding a Surly Krampus drifting on dirt corner with food out
Surly Krampus rigid bike First Loser color detail of seat stay and tire clearance view from rear
Surly Krampus rigid complete bike outside leaning against house, First Loser color
Surly Krampus Nose Drip Curry frame detail of Natch Tubing decal on seat tube

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Surly Krampus Front Suspension Bike, Nose Drip Curry color, on white background

Specifications

Frameset

Frame
100% Surly Chromoly Steel, Natch tubing, double-butted main triangle, trumpet flared tubes, TIG welded, E.D. coated
Fork
RockShox 35 Gold RL, 15 x 110mm, 120mm Travel
Seatpost Clamp
Surly Stainless, 33.1mm

Components

Headset
Cane Creek
Brakes & Rotors
Tektro Gemini HD-M520, 180F/160R
Shifter
Shimano Deore XT SL-M8100
Grips
Velo Black
Stem
ProMax 31.8
Handlebar
Salsa Rustler 31.8
Saddle
WTB Volt
Seatpost

120mm travel, 30.9mm, handlebar mounted remote lever

Drivetrain

Crankset
Shimano Deore M6100
Bottom Bracket
Shimano
Front Derailleur
N/A
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore XT RD-M8100
Cog or cogset
OE 12-spd, 11-51t
Chain
KMC X12 Anti-Rust

Wheels

Front Hub
Novatec 15x110mm, 32h, 6-bolt
Rear Hub
Novatec 12x148mm, 32h, 6-bolt
Rims
WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0
Tires
Surly Dirt Wizard 29 x 2.6", 60tpi, Tubeless Ready

Frameset

Frame

Custom double butted externally flaired tubing. Horizontal slotted with derailleur hanger, Surly “Gnot Boost” 142 or 148mm hub spacing compatibility

Fork

483mm axle-to-crown x 47mm offset, 110mm hub spacing, tapered and butted straight blade, 4130 Chromoly. 51mm I.S. disc mount

Seatpost Clamp
Surly stainless, 33.1mm

Components

Headset
Cane Creek 15
Brakes
Tektro HD-M275
Brake Levers
Tektro HD-M275
Rotors
Tektro 180/160mm
Shifter
Shimano Deore SL-M6100
Grips
Velo - lock on
Stem
ProMax, 31.8mm
Handlebar
Salsa Rustler without logo
Saddle
WTB Volt 142
Seatpost
ProMax, 30.9

Drivetrain

Crankset
Shimano Deore FC-MT510-1, 30t
Bottom Bracket
Shimano, included with crankset
Front Derailleur
N/A
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M6100, 12-speed
Cog or cogset
SunRace CSMZ800, 11-51t, 12-Speed
Chain
KMC X12 NP/BK

Wheels

Front Hub
110mm, Novatec, 32h, Thru-Axle
Rear Hub
148mm, Novatec, 32h, Thru-Axle
Rims
WTB i40 TCS
Tires
Surly Dirt Wizard 29 x 3”, 60 tpi, Tubeless Ready

Frameset

Frame
100% Surly Chromoly Steel, Natch tubing, double-butted main triangle, trumpet flared tubes, TIG welded, E.D. coated
Fork
100% Surly Chromoly Steel, Natch tubing, double-butted tapered fork blades, TIG welded, E.D. coated
Seatpost Clamp
Surly Stainless, 33.1mm

Components

Headset
Cane Creek
Brakes & Rotors
Avid BB5 mechanical, 180F/160R
Brake Levers
SRAM FR5
Shifter
Shimano Deore SL-M6100
Grips
Velo Black
Stem
Kalloy 31.8
Handlebar
Salsa Rustler 31.8
Saddle
Selle Italia
Seatpost
Kalloy, 30.9, 400

Drivetrain

Crankset
Shimano Deore MT510
Bottom Bracket
Shimano
Front Derailleur
N/A
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Deore RD-M6100
Cog or cogset
OE 12-spd, 11-51t
Chain
KMC X12 Anti-Rust

Wheels

Front Hub
Novatec 15x110, 32h, 6-bolt
Rear Hub
Novatec 12x148, 32h, 6-bolt
Rims
WTB ST i40 TCS 2.0
Tires
Surly Dirt Wizard 29 x 3", 60tpi, Tubeless Ready

Complete bike spec subject to change

MY23 Krampus Suspension Fork Geometry MY23 Krampus Rigid Fork Geometry
units:

Select a few bike sizes to compare.

SIZE SM MD LG XL
Reach 15.6 397 16.5 419 17.4 442 18.3 464
Stack 23.5 597 23.9 607 24.3 616 24.6 626
Head Tube Angle 68.4° 68.4° 68.4° 68.4°
Head Tube Length 3.5 90 3.9 100 4.3 110 4.7 120
Seat Tube Length 14.5 368 16.5 419 18.5 470 205 521
BB Drop 2.4 60 2.4 60 2.4 60 2.4 60
Wheelbase 43.1 1096 44.1 1121 45.2 1147 46.2 1173
Chainstay Length 17.1 435 17.1 435 17.1 435 17.1 435
Top Tube Length, Actual 21.9 556.8 22.6 573 23.4 595.1 24.5 621.8
Top Tube Length, Effective 23.1 587 24.1 612 25.1 637 26.1 662
Seat Tube Angle 72.4° 72.4° 72.4° 72.4°
Standover Height 30.6 776 31.6 803 32.8 832 33.9 861
Stem Length 2.8 70 2.8 70 2.8 70 3.1 80
Stem Angle 7° 7° 7° 7°
Handlebar Width 29.5 750 31.5 800 31.5 800 31.5 800
Crank Length 6.7 170 6.9 175 6.9 175 6.9 175
Fork Length 19.6 498 19.6 498 19.6 498 19.6 498
Fork Rake 2.0 51 2.0 51 2.0 51 2.0 51

*Standover is measured from the top of the TT, at the center, with a tire measuring approximately Ø773mm

Select a few bike sizes to compare.

SIZE SM MD LG XL
Reach 15.9 404 16.8 426 17.6 448 18.5 470
Stack 23.3 593 23.7 602 24.1 612 24.4 621
Head Tube Angle 69.0° 69.0° 69.0° 69.0°
Head Tube Length 3.5 90 3.9 100 4.3 110 4.7 120
Seat Tube Length 14.5 368 16.5 419 18.5 470 205 521
BB Drop 2.6 65 2.6 65 2.6 65 2.6 65
Wheelbase 42.8 1087 43.8 1113 44.8 1138 45.8 1164
Chainstay Length 17.1 435 17.1 435 17.1 435 17.1 435
Top Tube Length, Actual 21.9 556.8 22.6 573 23.4 595.1 24.5 621.8
Top Tube Length, Effective 23.0 585 24.0 610 25.0 635 26.0 660
Seat Tube Angle 73.0° 73.0° 73.0° 73.0°
Standover Height 30.3 770 31.4 797 32.5 825 33.6 853
Stem Length 2.8 70 2.8 70 2.8 70 3.1 80
Stem Angle 7° 7° 7° 7°
Handlebar Width 29.5 750 31.5 800 31.5 800 31.5 800
Crank Length 6.7 170 6.9 175 6.9 175 6.9 175
Fork Length 19.0 483 19.0 483 19.0 483 19.0 483
Fork Rake 1.9 47 1.9 47 1.9 47 1.9 47

*Standover is measured from the top of the TT, at the center, with a tire measuring approximately Ø773mm

Frame Construction

4130 Chromoly, Natch tubing, double-butted main triangle, trumpet flared tubes, TIG welded, ED coated

Fork Construction

4130 Chromoly, Natch tubing, double-butted tapered fork blades, TIG welded, ED coated

Rear Dropout Configuration

Horizontal slotted with optional vertical dumpout

Rear Hub Spacing

"Gnot-Boost" 145mm
12 x 142mm or 12 x 148mm (Surly axle included)
10 x 135mm with Surly 10/12 Adapter Washers (not included)

Front Hub Spacing

15 x 110mm (Surly axle included)

Rear Brake

Disc - 51mm I.S. (203mm max rotor)

Front Brake

Disc - 51mm I.S. (203mm max rotor)

Head Tube

Ø44mm

Steerer Tube

Ø28.6mm (1-1/8")

Crown Race

Ø30mm (1-1/8")

Stock Headset Upper (S.H.I.S)

ZS44/28.6

Stock Headset Lower (S.H.I.S)

EC44/30

Seat Collar

Ø33.1mm

Seatpost

Ø30.9mm

Front Derailleur (Clamp)

High direct mount top-pull (Ø34.9mm)
26mm offset adapter (not included) for 142 or 135mm rear hub spacing
29mm offset adapter (not included) for 148mm rear hub spacing

Max Chainring (CL) [3]

1x (Mtn): 28T
1x (Boost): 30T
2x (Boost): 24/36T

Bottom Bracket

73mm threaded (1.37" x 24TPI)

Tire Clearance Frame [1]/[2]

29 x 3.0”

Tire Clearance - Rigid Fork [1][5]

29 x 3.0”

Rigid Fork Spec

483 x 47mm

Max Suspension Fork Length [4]

550 x 51mm (29+ 120mm)

Bottle Mounts Frame

1 Standard + 1 Three-Pack

Bottle Mounts Fork

2 Three-Pack

Rack Mounts Frame

Yes (upper and lower threaded)

Rack Mounts Fork

Yes (upper, lower, and mid-blade threaded)

Fender Mounts Frame

Yes

Fender Mounts Fork

N/A

Other Features

Internal dropper post routing compatible

  • [1] Different tire and rim combinations will result in different clearances.
    [2] Depending on drivetrain configuration, tire clearance may be limited by the chain and not the frame.
    [3] Listed chainring clearance is worst-case scenario.  Clearances vary widely depending on components and configurations.
    [4] Suspension fork length listed at full extension (not at sag)
    [5] For suspension fork tire clearance, please reference the fork manufacturer's website.

FAQ & Reviews

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Frame Warranty

LIMITED WARRANTY

This Surly product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for three years from the date of retail purchase of the product, subject to the limitations detailed below. Save your dated receipt for proof of purchase.

This warranty does NOT cover the following:

  • Damage due to improper assembly or follow-up maintenance or lack of skill, competence or experience of the user or assembler
  • Products that have been modified, neglected, used in competition or for commercial purposes, misused or abused, involved in accidents or anything other than normal use
  • Installation of components, parts or accessories not originally intended for or compatible with bicycle as sold
  • Damage or deterioration to the paint, surface finish, aesthetics or appearance of the product
  • Normal wear and tear
  • Labor required to remove and/or refit and re-adjust the product within the bicycle assembly

This limited warranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of a defective product, at the option of Surly, and is the sole remedy of the warranty. This limited warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the Surly product and is not transferrable. This warranty applies only to products purchased through an authorized dealer or distributor. In no event shall Surly be liable for any loss, inconvenience or damage, whether direct, incidental, consequential, or otherwise resulting from breach of any express or implied warranty or condition, of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or otherwise with respect to our products except as set forth herein.

This limited warranty gives the consumer specific legal rights, and those rights and other rights may vary from place to place. This limited warranty does not affect your statutory rights.

TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, THESE WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS INCLUDING WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.