Available now in XS and Small – limited stock!
The Surly Grappler is a drop-bar trail frameset built for riders who want the stability of a mountain bike with the range and efficiency of a gravel setup. Designed around wide 27.5” tyres and a short rear end, it strikes that sweet spot between control, comfort, and all-terrain capability. Whether you’re piecing together your dream bikepacking rig or a playful singletrack explorer, the Grappler’s ready to take it on.
Made from Surly’s signature 4130 chromoly steel, it’s built tough yet compliant for long days in the saddle. The frame and fork feature full mounting options for bottles, racks, and bags, making it equally at home on backcountry epics or daily rides through the hills.
Key Features
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Surly’s 4130 chromoly steel frame and fork with thru-axle dropouts
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“Gnot-Boost” rear spacing fits 142 mm or 148 mm hubs
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Clearance for up to 27.5 × 2.8″ tyres
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Drop-bar geometry for confident descending and stable climbing
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Internal dropper-post routing and wide gear compatibility
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Bottle, rack, and fender mounts throughout
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Color: Subterranean Homesick Blue
Whether you’re building it up for big bikepacking missions, dirt-road touring, or rowdy trail rides, the Grappler is Surly’s answer to the call for more capability under drop bars.
👉 Only one XS and one Small available. Once they’re gone, that’s it for this shipment — so get in touch or swing by the Loft to start your custom build.
Surly Grappler Geometry
| Spec | XS | S |
|---|---|---|
| Effective Top Tube (mm) | 560.0 | 590.0 |
| Standover (mm) | 719.0 | 762.0 |
| Reach (mm) | 381.0 | 405.0 |
| Stack (mm) | 585.0 | 604.0 |
| Seat Tube Length (mm) | 316.0 | 386.0 |
| Headtube Length (mm) | 160.0 | 180.0 |
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 69.5 | 69.5 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 73.0 | 73.0 |
| BB Drop (mm) | 50.0 | 50.0 |
| Chainstay Length (mm) | 425.0 | 425.0 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1057.0 | 1088.0 |
| Fork Length (Axle to Crown, mm) | 420.0 | 420.0 |
| Fork Offset (mm) | 50.0 | 50.0 |
Standard Boxed Bike Shipping
We ship all bikes nationwide across New Zealand. Non electric bikes are packed securely in a box and sent from Bicycle Junction in Wellington.
North Island: $95
South Island: $120
Availability & Ordering
For framesets from Wilde and Brother Cycles, we list available models as “in stock” on our website. While we keep a few on hand, most are fulfilled by special order.
Wilde Framesets
Special order delivery is approximately 10–15 working days.
Brother Cycles Framesets
Special order delivery is approximately 14 days.
To confirm availability, delivery timing, or ask us anything else, get in touch:
shop@bicyclejunction.co.nz | 04 385 2362
Custom Builds
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