Originally Posted by
ilyasemail
Does anyone see a reason NOT to use the 2012
Litespeed Copenhagen for loaded touring, after putting a proper fork that will take a lowrider rack? The chainstays are 44cm, it has rack and fender eyelets on the back, short top tube for upright riding position... Is there any reason to expect that the frame won't be able to handle loaded touring?
Chainstays, wheelbase, and head tube are all a bit short. I'd be concerned about the handling with a heavy load. With only three sizes available, I'd also be worried about the fit; none of the sizes they offer would work for me. Aside from that, titanium is ridiculously expensive. I've been really happy with my $100 Nashbar aluminum touring frame. Can't think of a single reason I'd want to pay 20X more for a titanium frame...