Surly Moonlander
Description
Fatbike for extreme terrain and expeditions, ideal for snow, sand and bikepacking adventures. Maximum traction, minimum compromise.
Colour and size: Lunar Dust Gray S , M , L
Specification:
Frame & Fork
- Frame: Surly Moonlander - 100 % chromoly steel, E.D.-coated, triple butted, TIG-welded
- Colour: Lunar Dust Gray
- Fork: Surly Moonlander - 100 % chromoly steel, 1-1/8" head tube, tapered straight fork legs, 197 mm thru axle, IS disc brake mount
🔩 Components
- Headset: Cane Creek 40
- Seat clamp: Surly stainless steel, 33.1 mm
- Seatpost: TransX YSP15JL dropper - 125 mm stroke (100 mm for size SM)
- Stem: Promax, 31.8 mm, 4-bolt
- Grips: Velo Lock-on
- Saddle: WTB Volt Medium
⚙️ Drive system
- Gearbox: Pinion C1.9 XR - 9-speed gearbox in the bottom bracket
- Shift lever: Pinion twist shifter
- Chainring: FSA steel 36T Megatooth
- Crank: Surly-compatible with Pinion High-Offset Spider, 34T
- Chain: KMC X10 EPT - rust-protected
- Front derailleur/derailleur: Not required - fully integrated gear system
🛞 Wheels & tyres
- Tyres: Surly Molenda 24 × 6.2", 60 TPI, tubeless-ready (front & rear)
- Hubs: Novatec, 12 × 197 mm thru axle, 32 holes (front & rear)
- Rims: Surly Clown Royal - 24", 100 mm wide
💬 Highlights
- Ideal for expeditions, winter tours and extreme terrain
- Low-maintenance Pinion gearbox for reliable performance
- Extra-wide tyres for maximum grip and comfort
- High-quality components for durability and riding enjoyment
Weight: approx. 17-19 kg - typical for a fat bike with a steel frame and Pinion gearbox. The massive 24" × 6.2" tyres and the 100 mm wide rims contribute significantly to the overall weight.
🛞 Tyre options for Surly Moonlander
🔹 Standard size
- 24 x 6.2" Surly Molenda - Tubeless Ready, 60 TPI
→ Ideal for snow, sand and soft terrain
🔹 Alternative fat bike tyres (26")
As many Moonlander frames were originally designed for 26" wheels, the following tyres are also popular:
- Surly Bud & Lou (26 x 4.8") - Aggressive tread for trail and winter use
- Surly Big Fat Larry (26 x 4.7") - Wider, but with fewer lugs - good for sand
- Vee Tire Snowshoe XL (26 x 4.8") - For extreme winter conditions
- Maxxis Minion FBF/FBR (26 x 4.8") - Trail-orientated, very grippy
🔹 Lighter alternatives
If you want less weight and more agility:
- Surly Marge Lite rims with 3.8" tyres - e.g. Surly Nate or Kenda Juggernaut
→ Attention: Offset and rim width must match the frame
