It is an LHT complete. Stock components. Added planet bike fenders and Delta Sherpa rack. It is my commuter and I love it. A surprise to me (a mountain biker), it is now my favorite bike to ride.

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I lusted after a LHT for years and finally bought the complete bike in April. Dubbed Petra, she’s the first bike that has fit me very well. Having been car-free for five years, I cycle everywhere for utility purposes as well as for pleasure and good health, and I’m building up to the point where I can try randonneuring.

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Eco-Friendly Bicycling Photographer Russ Roca sent me this photo of his new, custom Long Haul Trucker [sweet!! —ed.]. You can view photos of Russ and his LHT on a recent 3-day mini-tour of Southern California in his Flickr photostream. Visit his website and his blog to learn more about this car-free professional photographer living and [...]

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How I use it: everyday, all the time! I don’t own a car, so my Xtra Surly goes to the grocery store, the thrift store, the community garden, the farmers market, the coffee shop, potlucks, you name it. Even Home Despot. Make, model & other notes: I’m rollin’ on the ’07 Surly Long Haul Trucker [...]

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This is my new Surly Long Haul Trucker. The LHT is a popular bike for loaded touring and it also makes a capable city/commuter bike. Mine is mostly stock, but I’ve added a few accessories and modified the cockpit to suit my preferences. Additions include a Brooks B67 saddle, Nitto bars, cork grips, Real brake [...]

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The Surly Long Haul Trucker is a popular choice for loaded touring, but it also makes a wonderful commuter, particularly for those that live in hilly terrain and have a need for wide range gearing. This attractive 56cm LHT was just built-up for a customer by my friend Rick Steele at Gold Country Cyclery.

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