Surly Track Cogs

Functional and weather-resistant

I like all-steel drive trains for single speeds and commuters. I use these with Surly chainrings and have yet to wear one out.

Pros: -durable
-corrosion resistant

Cons: -more expensive than some

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: November 26, 2012
Reviewed by: Austin E., Florida

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Very reasonable track cog for commuters

Steel is real. I expect this will provide years of hassle-free pedaling to and from the office.

Pros: STEEL!

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 28, 2012
Reviewed by: William, New Orleans

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Defective batch?

18t x 1/8" would not mesh with brand new 1/8 KMC D101 chain. Maybe the teeth were too square. Didn't want to damage chain and maybe a dremel on the tips of the teeth would've got it running smooth but on a $30 cog didn't think that was reasonable.

Replacement All-City stainless works great. UC handled the return no problems but I'm out 6 bucks shipping and a week plus without a cog.

Maybe just a bad batch and it was a pretty piece of metal but I didn't feel comfortable exchanging for another Surly cog.

Pros: None, nice necklace?

Cons: Shipping costs for defective part

Would Buy Again: No
Would Recommend: No

Reviewed on: August 31, 2012
Reviewed by: paxuni, Drum Point, MD

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These last very long. They also look awesome with the holes.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: August 17, 2012
Reviewed by: Howard Y.

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This is a great cog for the price especially if you need something with more teeth than the shimano cogs offer. I have never had a problem with this cog.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: June 03, 2012
Reviewed by: Matthew J., Oregon

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Meh

They feel and look fairly cheap and are loud as can be. I sold mine after 100 miles or so. There are better cogs out there at this price point

Would Buy Again: No
Would Recommend: No

Reviewed on: March 16, 2012
Reviewed by: Kasey D., Texas

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Great cogs.

It's a cog. It goes on easy and stays put. What more do you need?

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: February 29, 2012


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nice cogs

Great quality, nice finish and smooth ride. It threaded on smooth and has not given me any issues at all. I purchased two of the 3/32 for a flip flop surly hub for my track bike and have been extremely please with them.

Pros: quality construction, good looks and smooth ride!

Cons: none

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: October 25, 2011
Reviewed by: Jeffery G., Missouri

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best cog i've bought

recently made the switch to 1/8th and i feel like this cog will last with me til my knees give out.. it's burly and don't let those holes fool you, this is not a lightweight. threaded on super smoothly and you could tell the threads were well machined. no rough edges.

Pros: great construction, variety of sizes

Cons: i guess the lack of color options?

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: October 24, 2011
Reviewed by: Brent M., Oregon

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This cog is the culmination of everything I've come to expect from surly thus far. It's gone more miles that any other cog I've had, and I wager it has another couple hundred miles to go. The stainless though is what seals the deal, I ride through slop and it hasn't shown the least bit of rusting. Well done, and at a price most can afford especially if you ride in any kind of less than dry weather.

Pros: Stainless steel, affordable

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: October 02, 2011
Reviewed by: tyler b., seattle

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Amazing

You'll have to decide for yourself why you would NOT consider this cog over any other on the market. Amazing quality, amazing finish - threads clean, well machined - quiet...

Pros: Everything - quality, price, machining

Cons: nothing

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 30, 2011
Reviewed by: Jason W., Georgia

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Great Cog

bought this to switch up my gear ratio. threaded smooth and rides even smoother. well trusted name.

Pros: strong, inexspensive

Cons: none so far.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 06, 2011
Reviewed by: Joseph R., Oregon

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I have 3 of these cogs and they've never given me any issues.

Pros: durable
many sizes

Cons: a little pricey

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 03, 2011
Reviewed by: Mark, California

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Nicely overbuilt, stainless will last for ever. Shoulder allows for some chainline adjustments.

Pros: Build, durability, price.

Cons: A bit heavy

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: June 14, 2011
Reviewed by: Nicholas L.

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I love the Surly brand and everything they make seems to be high quality. However, this cog costs a bit more than some other brands, and yet works just the same. No value add for the additional cog except I get to tell people I am running Surly on my cogs!

Pros: Great quality

Cons: Costs a bit more than it should

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: June 12, 2011
Reviewed by: Alan H., Washington

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22t

I got the 22 tooth for a polo bike setup. It works great! The long teeth seat very well on the chain and its rides very smooth. I have no complaints whatsoever.

Pros: Strong, large 22t looks so cool.

Cons: None

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: May 15, 2011
Reviewed by: Adam B., Indiana

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Wonderful product, worth the money

Do not hesitate to choose a Surly cog. I have a couple of these and they are just so nice and well made, nice tall teeth, quiet on the bike. I've contemplated buying one just to keep on my desk as a memento of product manufacturing excellence. If you live in a world full of cheap, dollar store crap, auto-oriented suburbia, disposable digital gadgets and ephemeral digital existence, let your bike be an escape from that. Choose good stuff, and this is the goodest of the good.

The flange on one side will give you some choice over your chainline as well, which is nice.

Pros: Solid, beautiful, durable, quiet on the bike.

Cons: There are none.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: May 11, 2011
Reviewed by: Matthew B., Vermont

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Durable

Bought this as my first fixed cog (1/8", 16 tooth) and couldn't be more pleased with its performance. Not super expensive but also very round and very sturdy. I have no doubt that this cog will outlast many other components on my road bike, and I wouldn't hesitate to buy one again. Some have noted the weight as an issue, but I would rather have a solid cog than a weight weenie one, since your cog is put under extreme stresses during any prolonged fixed ride. Bottom line: it's durable.

Pros: -Durability
-Wide array of sizes
-Relatively inexpensive

Cons: -Weight (somewhat trivial)

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: April 16, 2011
Reviewed by: Wade S., Washington

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Track cogs are one thing Surly knows (after being a SS ready company from the beginning). Great machining and comes in an awesome array of sizes.

Pros: Heavy duty
Well made
Stainless lasts forever

Cons: Not a race cog - heavier than most

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: April 01, 2011
Reviewed by: James Z., Michigan

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Track Cogs would seem to be one of those products that are difficult to get wrong. However, going through many different brands there are definitely some that fail pretty badly especially with durability.

Surly is not one of those. Their track cogs are awesome, machining is impeccable for both the teeth & threads, plus they drill the larger ones which is a small, but nice detail. Where they score a touchdown is in the durability department. Even after 2-3 years of continual almost daily use they show wear, but are still very usable. Right now I have about four of these in various stages of use.

Pros: Durability
Construction
The little things

Cons: None

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: March 16, 2011
Reviewed by: R.T., Manitoba

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Long lasting

I've only ever used Surly cogs, I've had them on various bikes and probably won't use anything else. Great quality, not the lightest, but way more durable for everyday use.

Pros: Reasonable price, great quality.

Cons: Heavier than other track specific cogs.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: March 08, 2011
Reviewed by: Michael G., Virginia

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The only cog I will use on my fixie commuter/putter bike. They fall perfectly in line with Surly's philosophy of tough, practical, no-nonsense products. No matter how I ride or what I ride in, I know that this is the one part on my bike that I don't worry about failing on me.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: February 07, 2011
Reviewed by: cabbagepatchelvis, Puddletown, Oregon

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It has worked great in 3.1:1 gear ratio. I'm a sprinter and power brake on my fixed. The Surly has taken the punishment.

Pros: Durable and looks just a bit better than a no name cog.

Cons: none

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: January 04, 2011
Reviewed by: Ben B., Texas

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A standard in strong, high quality cogs

I've owned more expensive or race-approved cogs, but the Surly has the best balance of strength, performance and finish. When I run these cogs, I hear less chain noise (probably less wear also) and my drivetrain performs with greater efficiency and smoothness. Finally, it's been my experience that these cogs are designed for more aggressive styles of riding and they really do inspire confidence, especially with skid or skip stops.

Pros: Price, finish, quality performance.

Cons: None

Reviewed on: December 26, 2010
Reviewed by: Albert L., California

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I have many of these cogs and I've never had a problem with them. They have so many options in both chain sizes. I still think my Dura-Ace cogs are a little better (and more expensive), but for commuting, these are all I use.

Pros: So many options, good price, work great, durable.

Cons: Not as precise as Dura Ace

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: December 05, 2010
Reviewed by: Brian K., Oregon

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