Originally Posted by
Heathpack
Yes, but couldn't you just make your task more reasonable by using the road bike, which is probably, what, 20 pounds?
Personally, I'd take the sissy route.
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I did the 70 mile route on the bent last year. I've also taken a bent to the top of Vail Pass and up a cat 4 or 3 climb on the Tour of Colorado.
Bents are so much more comfortable than DF that we put up with the agony of climbing. This is one reason I wanted to do the TCTP, my attempt to have more matches to burn on hilly centuries.
Ultimately I'd like to try touring. Those people lug heavy bikes everywhere.
My road bike weighs 19 pounds and feels like a toy. I would love to try a well fitted Domane, but I'd have to ride it for several hours before making any conclusions.