Surly Midnight Special Gravel Bike SRAM Edition

The Surly Midnight Special Custom Build combines the legendary comfort of a chromoly steel frame with the modern SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 1×13 groupset. The wireless AXS system ensures precise, reliable gear changes and a sporty gravel feel.

Colour: black cherry fizz Size 58 (available)

Stailines Teal (26 October) (all sizes)

Specification

The full specification can be amended or upgraded on request – every bike is built individually to the customer’s specifications.

Frame & Fork

• Frame: Surly Midnight Special, chromoly steel, E.D. coated
• Fork: Surly Standard steel fork

Drivetrain & Gears – SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 1×13

• Rear derailleur: SRAM Rival AXS XPLR E1, 13-speed, max. 46T
• Battery system: SRAM AXS battery + USB-C charger
• Shift/brake levers:
  • Left: Rival AXS E1, Flat Mount, 950 mm cable
  • Right: Rival AXS E1, Flat Mount, 1800 mm cable
• Crankset: SRAM Rival XPLR E1, 175 mm, 42T
• Cassette: SRAM XG-1351 XPLR, 10–46T, 13-speed
• Chain: SRAM PC Rival AXS E1, 126 links
• Bottom bracket: SRAM DUB BB30 Road Wide, 68 mm

Brakes

• Brake discs:
  • Front: Paceline Rounded 160 mm, Centre Lock
  • Rear: Paceline Rounded 160 mm, Centre Lock
• Adapter:
  • Flat Mount front 0F/20F (for 160 mm)
  • Flat Mount rear 20F (for 160 mm)

Wheels & tyres

• Wheelset: Team 30 Disc TLR MY23, aluminium, Centre Lock, tubeless-ready
• Tubeless: Professional setup including sealant
• Tyres: Schwalbe X-One R 700×35, front & rear

Cockpit & contact points

• Seatpost: Ergotec Ø 27.2 mm
• Stem: Ritchey 75 mm (optional)
• Handlebars: Ritchey WCS Ergomax Gravel
• Saddle: SQ‑Lab (model 612 recommended)
• Handlebar tape: Ritchey, high-quality

Comparison: GRX Di2 2×12 vs. SRAM XPLR AXS 1×13 Shimano GRX Di2 2×12

• maximum gear range
• Extremely quiet, precise shifting
• ideal for tarmac, long rides, steep climbs
• Classic 2× setup for versatile road performance

SRAM XPLR AXS 1×13

• modern, wireless gear-shifting system
• sporty, direct gravel feel
• Simple 1× drivetrain
• Perfect for gravel, mixed terrain and quick responses

🎯 Verdict

The Surly Midnight Special Custom Build XPLR AXS 1×13 is a versatile, comfortable and technically advanced gravel bike that performs impressively on both tarmac and rough terrain. A bespoke build for riders who value quality, stability and modern technology.