Released October 26

Introducing the Surly Skid Loader — a Compact Electric Cargo Bike
Overview

Builds

1

Price

$4,799

Wheels

650b Aluminum

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

Photo Credit: Surly Bikes

The highs and lows of this model family

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MSRP$4,799
Spec Level
MotorBosch 250W 63Nm mid-drive
Battery500Wh
GroupsetmicroSHIFT Advent X, FSA
Drivetrain1 × 10
Estimated Spec Level

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Skid Loader
Geometry
Wheels650b650b650b
Stack587610634
Reach367395422
Stack/Reach Ratio1.601.541.50
Top Tube Length554589624
Seat Tube Length445445500
Seat Tube Angle72.572.572.5
Head Tube Length160185210
Head Tube Angle69.069.069.0
BB Drop606060
Front Center629666702
Chainstay Length524524524
Wheelbase1,1471,1841,220
Rake505050
Trail777777
Standover Height703737774

🐐 Measurements listed in millimeters and degrees

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

Ron FrazelleOct 26, 2022

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