The Krampus is the bike that started it all — the plus-size movement that is. Designed to dominate technical trails and backcountry adventures alike, the Krampus offers a unique riding experience that combines the momentum of 29-inch wheels with the traction and float of high-volume tires. This frameset features Surly’s innovative Gnot-Boost rear hub spacing, providing incredible versatility for riders looking to customize their build.

Built from high-quality materials and engineered for durability, this frame can roll over just about anything you can point it at. Whether you are building a dedicated bikepacking rig or a playful trail shredder, the Krampus provides a stable yet responsive platform for your next custom build.

  • 100% Surly Chromoly steel frame and fork; double-butted main triangle and 44mm headtube
  • Gnot-Boost adjustable rear dropouts
  • Internal dropper seatpost routing
  • 30.9mm seat tube
  • Designed to fit up to 29 x 3.0” tires
Rear Axle 12mm Thru x 145mm (Compatible with 148, 142, and 135mm hubs)
Brake Type Disc
Fork Type Rigid
Fork Material Steel
Frame Material Steel
Frame Type Rigid
Front Axle 15mm Thru x 110mm
Platform Krampus
Wheel Size 29+

Surly

Krampus Frameset - 29" Steel Salmon Skin Silver

$1,099.00

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SKU: 04-002555

The Krampus is the bike that started it all — the plus-size movement that is. Designed to dominate technical trails and backcountry adventures alike, the Krampus offers a unique riding experience that combines the momentum of 29-inch wheels with the traction and float of high-volume tires. This frameset features Surly’s innovative Gnot-Boost rear hub spacing, providing incredible versatility for riders looking to customize their build.

Built from high-quality materials and engineered for durability, this frame can roll over just about anything you can point it at. Whether you are building a dedicated bikepacking rig or a playful trail shredder, the Krampus provides a stable yet responsive platform for your next custom build.

  • 100% Surly Chromoly steel frame and fork; double-butted main triangle and 44mm headtube
  • Gnot-Boost adjustable rear dropouts
  • Internal dropper seatpost routing
  • 30.9mm seat tube
  • Designed to fit up to 29 x 3.0” tires
Rear Axle 12mm Thru x 145mm (Compatible with 148, 142, and 135mm hubs)
Brake Type Disc
Fork Type Rigid
Fork Material Steel
Frame Material Steel
Frame Type Rigid
Front Axle 15mm Thru x 110mm
Platform Krampus
Wheel Size 29+
SPECIFICATIONS

Frameset

  • Frame: Surly Krampus — 100% Surly Chromoly steel, Natch tubing, double-butted main triangle, trumpet flared tubes, TIG welded, E.D. coated.
  • Color: Salmon Skin Silver.
  • Fork: Surly Krampus — 100% Surly Chromoly steel, Natch tubing, double-butted tapered fork blades, TIG welded, E.D. coated.

Components & Drivetrain

  • Seatpost Clamp: Surly Stainless, 33.1mm.
  • Drivetrain/Wheels: Specifications not listed.

Axle Standards

  • Front Axle: 15 x 110mm (Surly axle included).
  • Rear Axle: 12 x 142mm or 12 x 148mm (Surly axle included).

Weight

Frame (Medium): 9 lb. 10 oz.

GEOMETRY
Size Small Medium Large X-Large
A. Effective Top Tube 23.03 24.02 25 25.98
B. Stand Over 30.31 31.38 32.48 33.58
C. Reach 15.91 16.77 17.64 18.5
D. Stack 23.35 23.7 24.09 24.45
E. Total Seat Tube Length 14.49 16.5 18.5 20.51
F. Headtube Length 3.54 3.94 4.33 4.72
G. Headtube Angle
69.0
69.0
69.0
69.0
H. Seat Tube Angle
73.0
73.0
73.0
73.0
I. BB Drop 2.56 2.56 2.56 2.56
K. Chainstay Length 17.13 17.13 17.13 17.13
L. Fork Length Axle to Crown 19.02 19.02 19.02 19.02
M. Fork Offset 1.85 1.85 1.85 1.85
N. Wheelbase 42.8 43.82 44.8 45.83
Crank Arm Length
Handlebar Width
Recommended Rider Height 63.78 - 68.11 66.93 - 72.05 70.87 - 74.8 74.02 - 77.95
Stem Length

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