Sorceress Single Speed - Swamp Water Taffy
by Surly
Overview
Singletrack. Rowdy Trails. Sweet Jumps.
A stripped-back, trail-ready hardtail built for riders who want simplicity, durability, and pure trail feel.
Model Description
The Sorceress Single Speed is all about getting back to the essentials. No gears, no distractions just you, the trail, and a bike built to handle whatever you throw at it.
Built around Surly’s modern trail geometry, it’s stable when things get steep, playful on flowy sections, and efficient on the climbs. The Natch Chromoly steel frame delivers that signature Surly ride feel lively, smooth, and tough enough for long days in rough terrain.
At the heart of it all is the DUH dropout system, giving you the option to run this bike as a pure single-speed or convert it to a geared setup down the road. It’s simple now, flexible later.
With generous standover, long dropper compatibility, and wide tire clearance, the Sorceress is ready to send it on everything from tight singletrack to technical descents.
What It’s For
Singletrack riding
Trail sessions and jump lines
Riders who want simplicity and durability
Low-maintenance trail setups
Highlights
- Surly Natch Chromoly steel frame with modern trail geometry
- Single-speed drivetrain for simplicity and low maintenance
- DUH dropout system allows future geared or Transmission setups
- 140mm suspension fork for balanced trail performance
- Dropper post included for aggressive riding
- Teravail Kessel 2.5" tires for grip and control
- Massive standover and wide rider fit range
Specs
Frameset
- Frame: 100% Surly Chromoly steel, Natch tubing, TIG welded, E.D. coated
- Fork: SR Suntour Zeron36 Boost EQ, 140mm travel (27.5" on XS)
- Color: Swamp Water Taffy
Drivetrain
- Setup: Single Speed
- Cog: Surly 18T
- Crankset: SRAM NX Eagle, 32T
- Chain: KMC X9 EPT Anti-Rust
- Bottom Bracket: SRAM PowerSpline BSA 73mm
Brakes
- Brakes: Tektro HD-M280, 2-piston hydraulic
- Rotors: 180/180mm
Wheels & Tires
- Rims: WTB ST i30 TCS 2.0, 32h
- Hubs: Shimano TC500 (Boost spacing)
- Tires: Teravail Kessel 29 x 2.5" (27.5" on XS), tan sidewalls
Components
- Handlebar: TranzX Alloy (size-specific rise)
- Stem: Promax DA-205 Alloy
- Grips: Velo Ultra Light Foam
- Saddle: WTB Solano Medium
- Seatpost: TranzX Dropper (up to 200mm travel)
- Headset: FSA Orbit ITA
Weight
- Approx: 32 lb 1 oz (Medium)
Specifications subject to change without notice.