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Surly Bikes: Pioneering Fat Tire & Steel Bicycles From Bloomington, MN Surly Bikes—more than just a bicycle brand; it’s an emblem of Minnesota grit and innovation. Founded in 1998 by Quality Bicycle Products (QBP), nestled in Bloomington, MN, Surly emerged from the burgeoning fat tire movement, capitalizing on a niche market craving durable bikes for winter adventures. But its story isn't merely about conquering snow; it’s woven into…
The Lifeline
Scroll through surly bikes's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups surly bikes's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.
