Re: Touring Bike: Any Recommendations or Guidance?

guest — Thu, 21 May 2009 02:28:33 GMT

Thanks, guys. All information very helpful. I will keep you posted on what happens. I was in Austin last weekend and someone there recommended Independent Fabrications but the price is pretty steep. I generally believe that you get what you pay for but the question arises What can I afford? That's the next decision. Thanks again.

Doug

Touring Bike: Any Recommendations or Guidance?

guest — Fri, 08 May 2009 03:12:27 GMT

I am looking for a touring bike to do a cross-country (USA) tour next summer, probably "fully loaded." Few bike shops seem to stock touring bikes and, having never purchased a bike without trying it first, I am a bit nervous. I am a roadie and will likely be on asphalt most of the time but I should have something that can let me do gravel paths and the like. What suggestions do people have? I have heard favorable comments about the Surly Long Haul Trucker and the Trek 520 but am looking for ideas and comments. Co-Motion makes a touring bike but is it worth twice the price of these others? Is there any reason to think about one of the British touring bikes (Thorn/Dawes, etc.) or are the US ones just as good? Also: what are some of the factors that I should consider specific to a touring bkie, i.e., would be different if I were just buying a regular road bike ... geometry, mechanics, brake types, etc. Any and all suggestions would be welcome. THANKS !! Doug

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