Originally Posted by
Jim Kukula
My setup is about 60 pounds... Kryptonite NY lock, tools, first aid kit, etc.:
That number is surprising to me. I'd be curious what specific items that includes.
We all carry different stuff and that is fine. I have used a pretty wide range of packing styles and also gone with a variety of bike weights. I tend to be on the other end of the spectrum from you these days. Last tour (mountain bike) I think my total unloaded bike weight with all of the repair stuff was 22 pounds. The weight with clothing plus cooking and camping gear was 11 pounds 3 ounces. Total loaded bike weight minus food, fuel, and water was a little over 33 pounds and even with food and water never hit 45 pounds on the trip.