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The bike is not what I would call fancy - a 1997-model Cannondale R300. It has a 52-42-30 triple chainring; I think the rear cassette maxes at 26. The wheelset is Spinergy circa 2000.

And yes, I was assuming that it could not carry panniers. daveIT's suggestion of the oldmanmountain rack is great.

I'm still curious about the performance of the Nashbar since it would be cheaper than the Sherpa rack - before any panniers. And aren't panniers, rack, handlebar bag, etc, going to approach 12 pounds at some point?

Thanks again,

--J