Originally Posted by
Winky
The Surlys aren't assembled and are also not in Toronto. He won't assemble without a commitment to purchase. This is why I am here asking the experts : )
Winky: That's strange. I've worked in bike shops before and we had no problem building up a bike for a potential buyer. Especially a popular bike like a LHT.
I live in Toronto and I'm a big fan of Urbane Cyclist and Mountain Equipment Coop. Suggest you drop in to both shops and ask for advice and test rides. Urbane is a Surly dealer and MEC has a great touring bike called the National.