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I haven't tried it with a load, nor do I really intend to. The wheelbase is so short, and tires so thin, I consider this more of a "performance touring" bike, the rack is handy for light loads or a rack pack. If I want to get serious about a tour I have a Trek 520 or recumbent that I will use.
Fair enough.
I haven't toured with a full load in years.
A credit card and a nice hotel are more my style at this point.