Originally Posted by
amy26
So, this ride is over multiple days and doesn't have to be done fast, if I understand it correctly.
Buy a bike that matches what you would typically use the bike for. For example, if you want to be able to tour (carrying stuff), choosing a road bike for this one ride would not be the best thing to do.
If you are not planning on touring (carrying stuff), then there is no reason to restrict your search to the Aurora.
Anyway, the Aurora (which many people like), if it works for you otherwise, would be fine for this one ride.
While 27lbs is on the "heavy" side, you probably aren't really going to save a lot of weight with a different bike for the same cost. An alternative bike at the same cost might weigh 19-21 pounds.