This bicycle was my introduction into long distance cycle touring. I found my initial inspiration for long distance cycle touring while on my 2018 motorcycle trip down the Americas. I distincly remeber

Coming from a motorcycle background the bicycle is a strange way to travel that takes some getting used to. I still haven’t made up my mind if I hate it or love it, maybe a little of both.

Surly Ogre - Build Specs _______________________________________

  • Surly Ogre Frame - Size Medium

  • King Headset

  • Thompson Elite Stem (40mm)

  • Origin 8 Strongbow Handlebars

  • ESI Chunky Grips

  • Brooks B17 Saddle

  • Shimano hydraulic brakes

  • Shimano XT 11-Speed Shifter

  • Shimano Deore 11-Speed Derailleur

  • Shimano Deore 11-51 Wide Range Cassette

  • WolfTooth 30T Chainring

  • Rogue Panda Frame Bag

  • Rockgeist Honeypot Feed bags

  • Rockgeist Spacelink

  • Shimano XT Cranks

  • Shimano XT Bottom Bracket

  • OneUp Composite Pedals

  • WTB KOM i23 29” Wheels

  • Shimano XT Hubs

  • Stans quick release axles

  • Maxxis Ikon Tires (tubeless)

  • Stans Stems

  • Stans tubeless tire sealant

  • Origin8 Front Rack

  • Salsa Anything Cages on front forks

  • Tumbleweed Mini-Pannier Rack

  • Blackburn Outpost Cages