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09-25-19, 12:54 PM

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Jimbosays

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Join Date: Jul 2013

Location: Central Florida

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Bikes: Giant Suede (Comfort cruiser - "The Rocking Chair"); Giant Escape 2 (700mm Hybrid - "The S.U.V."); Specialized Secteur Elite (Road Bike - "The Scooter"); Surly Troll (Touring Bike - "Load Up & Go Anywhere")

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Surly Troll Kickstand

Thanks for the kudos for my 2019 Surly Troll!

This is my first modern-day steel bike . . . And, yes, there is a certain "plush" feel to the ride that I never experienced with aluminum or carbon frames.

The kickstand is mounted using the 3-D printed part(s) found online and works absolutely great!

I know there are those "Surly true-ists" who dissuade use of a kickstand, but I really do enjoy having one installed and available.

I'm already carrying quite a load (between my chubby self and the steel bike) . . . A few more ounces is not to impact my "performance!"

Here is the YouTube link with a description and order info the the parts (there are two separate parts to order) to easily mount the kickstand:

Hint: Even in the USA it seemed take an inordinate amount to time (3-4 weeks) for the parts to be delivered. The ordering website was easy to use and offers order tracking so you can "see" where you are in the production process.

Good Luck . . . Happy Trolling Down Under!

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Originally Posted by ColonelSanders

Stunning pic.

I love my Surly Troll, it is a hell of a bike.

Did you have to order a special 3D printed part to install your kickstand?

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