Review: Surly Long Haul Trucker

[canonsue]

I realize that this thread started a long time ago but I thought I would continue it as I just purchased my LHT. I should get it some time next week. Yes, I will certainly post a pic or two.

-Sue

[sgtiger]

canonsue, congrats on the LHT! They are nice bikes and versatile to boot. I look forward to seeing yours. Welcome to TE, BTW.

[creativadiva]

I've had mine a few months now and love it. I was almost turned off by the 26" wheels when contemplating buying it but now they don't bother me. I'm 5'8" and normally ride a 56cm but with the LHT I ride a 54cm. I swapped out a few components, the main ones being the stem and handlebars. I went with albatross bars for a more upright position and am so glad I did. I kept the the bar-end shifters which I love. Even though it's not a "fast bike" when I'm riding it I don't feel slow, it's just a really enjoyable ride.

Slowly but surely I'll be adding things (Brooks saddle, Nitto racks and a few other things) to make it my "faux rando" bike. I can't afford a Rivendell but I can make this look like one. Well, sort of.

[twin]

Congratulations on your new LHT's. Pictures please. I am also 5"8 and I also have the 54cm with the 26"wheels and I have become used to them and think it makes for a very versital bike. I have a rear Tubus rack and a honey Brooks saddle with a DiNotte rear light and Ortlieb yellow bags. The components that are different are aThompson seat post and Shimano double sided SPD pedals so that I can ride with regular shoes and last but not least Schwalbe tires.

[ASammy1]

Have you seen the new "truckaccino" color for the LHT? I love it! I'm trying to convince DBF that our Trek road bikes are not suitable for the long distance rides we are planning

Help me out!

[ms pepperpot]

finally an ok picture - taken when I was riding in Somerset over the weekend avoiding the rain showers and battling with the wind.

[Zen]

How did you all go about buying a surly? Are there shops near you wher you could test ride ofr did you just go on blind faith and order?
I wanted to look at them but there are no local shops that sell them so I am now awaiting arrival of a Jamis Aurora
It was only $500 + $75 shipping. I couldn't pass it by.

[elk]

finally an ok picture - taken when I was riding in Somerset over the weekend avoiding the rain showers and battling with the wind.

LOVELY!!!! bike in a lovely landscape....

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

finally an ok picture - taken when I was riding in Somerset over the weekend avoiding the rain showers and battling with the wind.

That's truly beautiful!