Introducing the Big Dummy. More than two years in the making, the Big Dummy stands to transform your life in profound ways. For the first time, you will be able to purchase a production mode longbike that's fully compatible with all your favorite Xtracycle accessories. No retrofit, no fuss. Just get on and go.
Surly's Big Dummy is an investment in Every Day Adventure, what with it's rock solid chrome-moly construction, integrated disc brake caliper protection and integrated foot supports for a passenger. The top tube was gently curved to make it easier to get on and off your fully loaded two-wheeled steed. Furthermore, the Big Dummy will tolerate tires up to 2.5" and 4 water bottle cages, for expedition style adventuring.
The Big Dummy frame is yours to build up as you please. Fatties and C-bars? Slicks and mustache bars? Whatever your style, the Big Dummy can handle it.
What's the ride of a fully integrated longbike like? Well, the difference between a Freeradical and a Big Dummy can be most easily summed up like this: you may miss a little of the cushion, but you won't miss any of the flex when loaded. The Big Dummy has been proven on trans-continental off-road touring expeditions, and here on the streets of Oakland. It's a beast.
The frame alone doesn't come with the Longtail Kit included, so pick one of those up while you're at it.
Read more (and more) about the Big Dummy frame at Surly's blog.
