Description
It can handle paved roads and even gravel roads.
What is this Straggler / Struggler? The simple answer is that it is a Cross-Check with added disc brakes, which is almost an exact answer, but for a long time there were calls for a disc version of the very versatile Cross-Check.
The two units are very similar with respect to almost everything, but there are a few things that have changed with Straggler. The most obvious difference, of course, is that the Straggler has disc caliper mounts instead of rim brake studs, which will accommodate up to 160mm rotors.
Unique Dropouts
The uniquely modified rear dropout is a partially closed horizontal design, compatible with either single-speed or geared drivetrains. It features a stop screw that screws in from the rear, making it easier to secure the wheel and reposition the rear wheel for optimal shifting. Additionally, a stop screw mounted forward on the drive side prevents the wheel from slipping forward due to the rider's powerful leg forces. The rear dropout is simply 135mm wide instead of 132.5mm like the Cross-Check, and this width allows for a much wider choice of disc hubs.
What Straggler can do
The Straggler comes with all of the direct-attach accessories for fenders, racks, and bottle cages that the Cross-Check has. However, the geometry of the Straggler is slightly different from the Cross-Check, with slightly different angles and tube lengths. But just like the Cross-Check, it will get you out and about wherever you want to go, and it's a treat for a day trip or a 2-3 day weekend getaway. It's a road-style bike for the "rough stuff," a cyclocross bike that doesn't pretend to race at all, or, to put it more coolly, it's practical and urban. And it's also a lightweight touring bike and an all-weather commuter bikE If you get tired of one kind of combination, you can swap out parts and make it something else, and Circles always thinks it's the best bike to ride out on.
SPEC
| Tubing | 4130 Chromoly ED Coat |
| Brake type | Disc only Maximum rotor size 160mm |
| Seat Post Diameter | 27.2mm |
| Seat Post Clamp Diameter | 30.0mm, Surly stainless clamp included |
| Headset/steer tube | EC34/28.6 upper, EC34/30 lower |
| Front derailleur clamp diameter | 28.6mm |
| BB shell | 68mm English threaded 1.37 x 24t |
- Available in 650b and 700c wheel diameters
- Rack and fender storage
- Forward positioned horizontal dropouts allow for single speed compatibility and wheelbase adjustment
- 650b x 41mm or 700c x 41mm tire clearance with fenders.
GEOMETRY
| 38cm | 42cm | 46cm | 50cm | Seat Tube Length (mm) | |
| Seat Tube Length (mm) | 380 | 420 | 460 | 460 Seat Tube Length (mm) | Seat Tube Length (mm) |
| (Center-Top) Top Tube Length (mm) | |||||
| Top Tube Length (mm) | 484.4 | 495.1 | 508 (Center-Top) | 529.7 | 545.9 |
| (Center-Center) | |||||
| Effective Top Tube Length (mm) | 500 | 510 | 520 | 535 | 550 (Center-Center) |
| (Center-Center) Head Tube Angle (°) | |||||
| Head Tube Angle (°) | 69.5 | 70 | 71 | 71.5 | 72 |
| Seat Tube Angle (°) | 75.5 | 74.5 | 74.5 | 74.5 74 | 73 |
| BB Drop (mm) | 54 | 54 | 54 54 | 54 54 | 54 54 54 |
| Chainstay Length (mm) | 405 | 405 | 405 405 | 405 405 | 405 405 405 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 980 | 978 | 977 | 977 | 977 988 |
| Standover Height (mm) | 704 | 726 | 751 | 776 | 776 789 |
| Head Tube Length (mm) | 85 | 100 | 110 | 100 110 | 130 |
| Fork Length (mm) | 380 (mm) | 380 (mm) | 380 380 | 380 380 | 380 380 380 |
| Fork Offset (mm) | 44 | 44 | 44 44 | 44 44 | 44 44 44 |
| Stack (mm) | 483 | 483 | 511 | 523 | 534 |
| Reach (mm) | 371 | 371 | 371 369 | 383 | 386 |
Shipping Policy
Unfortunately, we do not ship the frames internationally
Please allow 1-2 weeks for delivery. Please understand that it may take a week or two.
We do not ship the frames internationally. We strongly recommend that you have your bicycle assembled at your nearest bicycle storE
We will inform you of the delivery date and other details by e-mail.
We will inform you of the delivery date and other details by e-mail.
- We ship within 1-2 business days after receiving your order (payment). (Basically, orders placed before 12:00 p.m. are shipped the same day.)
- Messenger delivery is available within Nagoya City only.
- We ship every day from Monday to Sunday, except on temporary holidays.
- Available delivery areas: All over Japan and the world.
- Please note that delivery may be delayed due to credit card processing status. If you would like to specify the delivery date and time, please fill in your request in the additional information in the shopping cart.
- The product will be shipped from Circles.
- Please contact the shipping company in case of damage or loss during shipping.
Regarding the delivery of complete bikes
- Please note that a separate shipping fee of 9,900 yen (tax included) will be charged for shipping complete bikes. (However, an additional fee will be charged for delivery to Okinawa and remote islands.)
- After receiving your order, we will do a final check and ship complete bikes, but it may take 1-2 weeks. Please understand.
- We will send the bike with some parts removed for packing. We strongly recommend that you have your bicycle assembled at your nearest bicycle store.
- We will inform you of the delivery date and other details by e-mail.
- We apologize for any sales discrepancies at the store.
Regarding the delivery of frame sets
- Nationwide flat-rate shipping: 5,500 yen (tax included) (However, an additional fee will be charged for delivery to Okinawa and remote islands.)
- We will inform you of the delivery date and other details by e-mail.
- We will provide the pre-treatment of facing and tapping for the frame sets purchased at our store as a service. We will inform you separately after purchase.
- We can also install a headset and BB for a fee, so please feel free to contact us.