Originally Posted by Leebo

Older Karate Monkey user here. Currently set up for touring/bikepacking. Fits 35 mm rims plus 2.3 tires with fenders and a rear rack. Plus has a reba fork up front. Does everything it needs to do. And more. Op, start with what wheel size you intend to use, go from there. Really no bad choices. I own 3 Surlys. Not heavy, but durable, solid and can carry lots of stuff. My fully loaded bike with food, water, rear rack, bags and such weighed 70 lbs this summer. Add my clydesdale self, lots o weight.