Released October 26

Introducing the Surly Skid Loader — a Compact Electric Cargo Bike

Photo Credit: Surly Bikes

Overview

Builds

1

Price

$4,799

Wheels

650b Aluminum

Suspension

Rigid

Frame Material

Steel

Skid Loader is a compact electric cargo bike wired for large loads, small footprints, and everyday deviant behavior.

Just as Easy, Not as Big

Cutting back on car trips is a worthy undertaking, especially in these times of planetary peril. With its electric-assist motor and extreme hauling capabilities, our compact electric cargo bike Skid Loader invites those inclined to throw a leg over and wave their middle digits at downtown gridlock. Built for finding more ways to drive less and ferrying various materials to work, play, or wherever, we gave Skid Loader the utility of a long-tail and a manageable footprint that fits wherever a normal bike does.

Comfortable and compliant under load, Skid Loader also enjoys cutting loose without cargo. Engineered to ride and feel like a regular bike, its 27.5” wheel platform provides abundant tire options you don’t get from cargo bikes rolling on smaller wheels. And because it’s a Surly, we gave it ample tire clearance and built it for commutes that go from bus stop to bandit trail. We also gave all three frame sizes adequate standover and a dropper post to fit riders of assorted shapes and sizes. Furnished with useful accessory barnacles and internal routing for just about everything, Skid Loader’s scaled-down and feature-packed cargo frame removes the roadblocks between you and riding whenever the hell you want.

  • Equipped with Bosch Performance Cargo Drive Unit, featuring four invigorating levels of ride assist

  • Capable of running dual batteries for extended range 

  • Dedicated rear rack rated for 100 pounds of potatoes, thanks to beefed-up M6 hardware

  • Internal cable routing for dropper post, brake, shifter, and lights

  • Mounts for fenders, front rack, and bottle cages (two on Medium and Large, one on Small)

  • Stable dual-leg kickstand for your loading convenience

  • Compatible with Surly Excellent Adventure rear axle for use with Surly Bill and Ted Trailers; accommodations for human cargo

  • Sturdy, full-size wheels and large-volume 27.5 x 2.5” ExtraTerrestrial tires

The highs and lows of this model family

Compare the Skid Loader Range
MSRP
$4,799
Spec Level
Motor
Bosch 250W 63Nm mid-drive
Battery
500Wh
Groupset
microSHIFT Advent X, FSA
Drivetrain
1 × 10
Spec Level

Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.

Geometry
Wheels
650b650b650b
593616640
373401428
1.591.541.50
560595630
445445500
72.572.572.5
160185210
69.069.069.0
606060
629666702
530530530
1,1531,1901,226
505050
777777
709743780
Stem Length
607080
Stem Angle
7.07.07.0
Crank Length
170175175
Handlebar Width
718735735

🐐 Measurements listed in mm and degrees

Reviews
Bikerumor
Surly Releases the Compact, Capable & Electric Skid Loader Cargo eBike!

Oct 26, 2022 · Ron Frazelle

Surly Bikes just released their new Skid Loader compact, electric cargo bike that's small in stature but big in cargo capacity!

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From Surly

Just as Easy, Not as Big

Cutting back on car trips is a worthy undertaking, especially in these times of planetary peril. With its electric-assist motor and extreme hauling capabilities, our compact electric cargo bike Skid Loader invites those inclined to throw a leg over and wave their middle digits at downtown gridlock. Built for finding more ways to drive less and ferrying various materials to work, play, or wherever, we gave Skid Loader the utility of a long-tail and a manageable footprint that fits wherever a normal bike does.

Comfortable and compliant under load, Skid Loader also enjoys cutting loose without cargo. Engineered to ride and feel like a regular bike, its 27.5” wheel platform provides abundant tire options you don’t get from cargo bikes rolling on smaller wheels. And because it’s a Surly, we gave it ample tire clearance and built it for commutes that go from bus stop to bandit trail. We also gave all three frame sizes adequate standover and a dropper post to fit riders of assorted shapes and sizes. Furnished with useful accessory barnacles and internal routing for just about everything, Skid Loader’s scaled-down and feature-packed cargo frame removes the roadblocks between you and riding whenever the hell you want.

  • Equipped with Bosch Performance Cargo Drive Unit, featuring four invigorating levels of ride assist

  • Capable of running dual batteries for extended range 

  • Dedicated rear rack rated for 100 pounds of potatoes, thanks to beefed-up M6 hardware

  • Internal cable routing for dropper post, brake, shifter, and lights

  • Mounts for fenders, front rack, and bottle cages (two on Medium and Large, one on Small)

  • Stable dual-leg kickstand for your loading convenience

  • Compatible with Surly Excellent Adventure rear axle for use with Surly Bill and Ted Trailers; accommodations for human cargo

  • Sturdy, full-size wheels and large-volume 27.5 x 2.5” ExtraTerrestrial tires