Timeline for Convert used road bike or MTB for touring?
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Mar 22, 2016 at 0:38 | comment | added | HJo | Nate you are a world of knowledge thank you | |
Mar 21, 2016 at 23:18 | comment | added | Nate W | It is and it isn't, Brooks are tried and true and are made from the top quality materials you can find. There are other options however. I have heard good thing about Origin8's version seen here: amazon.com/Origin8-Classique-Sport-Leather-Saddle/dp/B00RNFVDA6 Although its not a whole lot cheaper. I've heard mixed things about Velo Orange. But 99% of the people you ask will say a Brooks is worth the extra 15-20 dollars because of their materials and longevity. Although I am not the resident pro when it comes to Brooks style seats. | |
Mar 21, 2016 at 22:43 | comment | added | HJo | On the topic of brooks saddles - do you know any cheaper alternatives? I feel like a brooks saddle is the type of thing where it's expensive because of the name. | |
Mar 9, 2016 at 15:37 | comment | added | Nate W | A good saddle is also a must, but if you go with a Brooks or similar saddle that is new, do your best to break it in before the 600+ mile tour, your bum will thank you ; ) | |
Mar 9, 2016 at 15:34 | comment | added | Nate W | Good for you! I mean that, that's awesome. Route will also come into play, if your staying on paved roads 99% then you know what tires to get. Also it will help to know when and where you plan on stopping i.e bike shops or food stops along the route. Also before you set off on your journey I would set your bike up with all the cargo and gear you plan on taking a week or month before and take it out. Its better to sort any little issues out when you can return home. That helps with things you may not think of like your heel rubbing a pannier or something. | |
Mar 8, 2016 at 23:47 | comment | added | HJo | I'm doing a big tour, probably 1000km+, fully self-sufficient with light gear. | |
Mar 8, 2016 at 23:45 | vote | accept | HJo | ||
Mar 8, 2016 at 16:18 | history | answered | Nate W | CC BY-SA 3.0 |