Bikepacker67
10-05-05, 04:09 PM
I'm thinking of purchasing an '06 Canto as soon as it comes out, and was wondering what experiences some owners have had. Anyone tour with it?
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Supertick
10-05-05, 05:19 PM
I have an 05 Canto. I have not toured on it yet but bought it to do so. I have changed the chainrings to 48/39/24 and replaced the 11-32 cassette with a 12-34. One of the first things that you will have to do is replaced the seat base with a RANS seat base (Evolution) from Calhoun Cyclery for about $120.00. This should be standard. Then you will need to put on speed struts especially if you plan to tour on it. I added about $400 in accessories to mine and for the money, my personal thinking is that there are better bents out there for the money. That is unless Burley has made significant changes for the 06 model. This is just my opinion and others may not share these views. I have a Easy Racer Tour Easy that is a dream bike. I have toured on it and will continue to do so. But, it cost much more than the Canto.
Lucky13
10-07-05, 07:10 AM
I'm quite pleased with my Canto. The seat supports me just fine. Some folks find the Burley seat a bit less comfortable than those of Rans, Bachetta and so forth. The only way to tell is to ride the bike. The company has made improvements to the seat design and does offer an optional cover with more padding.
I also added the speed struts to the seat back. From what I've read, they are advised for heavier riders and strong climbers. I weigh about 195lb and usually ride with a fully loaded seat bag. Burley should consider offering the struts as a no-cost option.
As with most stock bicycles, the gearing may need a change for loaded touring or mountainous travel.
Aside from that, I like both the bike and the company. The Canto is proving to be a fine all-around 'bent with a smooth ride and good looks. I much prefer the clean, modern monotube frame over the retro, beach cruiser look of some other models.
Oh, I ride it in the long wheelbase configuration.
I also added the speed struts to the seat back. From what I've read, they are advised for heavier riders and strong climbers. I weigh about 195lb and usually ride with a fully loaded seat bag. Burley should consider offering the struts as a no-cost option.
As with most stock bicycles, the gearing may need a change for loaded touring or mountainous travel.
Aside from that, I like both the bike and the company. The Canto is proving to be a fine all-around 'bent with a smooth ride and good looks. I much prefer the clean, modern monotube frame over the retro, beach cruiser look of some other models.
Oh, I ride it in the long wheelbase configuration.
bentcruiser
10-07-05, 08:03 AM
I'm thinking of purchasing an '06 Canto as soon as it comes out, and was wondering what experiences some owners have had. Anyone tour with it?
I own an '03 Canto. When I was buying the bike, I was going to get a Taiko. But at the time the only difference in the two bikes was the components. My LBS suggested I buy the Canto and modify it to save money. So that's what I did.
I have toured extensively on it. I put about 4,000 miles a year on it. That is all my riding not necessarily touring. Touring can get a bit tricky on the Burley bikes. Due to the fact the rear racks do not center over the rear wheel, panniers should be loaded lightly for whatever sits on that rack. An underseat rack can also be had. I personally prefer using a trailer. But that is as subjective as anything.
I own an '03 Canto. When I was buying the bike, I was going to get a Taiko. But at the time the only difference in the two bikes was the components. My LBS suggested I buy the Canto and modify it to save money. So that's what I did.
I have toured extensively on it. I put about 4,000 miles a year on it. That is all my riding not necessarily touring. Touring can get a bit tricky on the Burley bikes. Due to the fact the rear racks do not center over the rear wheel, panniers should be loaded lightly for whatever sits on that rack. An underseat rack can also be had. I personally prefer using a trailer. But that is as subjective as anything.
Bikepacker67
10-07-05, 09:54 AM
the fact the rear racks do not center over the rear wheel
Why would this be?
Why would this be?
bentcruiser
10-07-05, 09:58 AM
Why would this be?
The rack adapters that Burley sells places the rack behind the rear axle.
Look:
The rack adapters that Burley sells places the rack behind the rear axle.
Look:
Lucky13
10-07-05, 07:26 PM
I hope to setup my Canto for loaded touring later this year and I'll definitely go for an underseat rack. Here's a link...
http://www.terracycle.com/easy_reacher.htm
I also had doubts about the rear rack placement, but decided that I could carry everything needed in two underseat panniers and a large seat bag. In a pinch, a lightweight sleeping roll could be handled by a rear rack. Frankly, I'm not sure I would want to hang too much weight from ANY monotube 'bent.
>>I personally prefer using a trailer>>
I'm curious. Have you been using a BOB or a two-wheeled trailer?
http://www.terracycle.com/easy_reacher.htm
I also had doubts about the rear rack placement, but decided that I could carry everything needed in two underseat panniers and a large seat bag. In a pinch, a lightweight sleeping roll could be handled by a rear rack. Frankly, I'm not sure I would want to hang too much weight from ANY monotube 'bent.
>>I personally prefer using a trailer>>
I'm curious. Have you been using a BOB or a two-wheeled trailer?
bentcruiser
10-08-05, 02:58 PM
>>I personally prefer using a trailer>>
I'm curious. Have you been using a BOB or a two-wheeled trailer?
I have used both. The BOB, however, is not a good idea for a bent without a rear triangle. The way the BOB hooks up twists and manipulates the back end of a bike with single stays. A BOB is really best suited for a bike with a rear triangle...although I have seen out of control crashes with them too.
I use a Burley Nomad. There are other two-wheeled options too. There is the Bykaboose (if they are still made) and the Quik-Pak trailer (http://www.quik-pak.com/) (nice).
I feel the two wheelers are more stable. I just got back from riding the KATY trail across Missouri with mine.
I'm curious. Have you been using a BOB or a two-wheeled trailer?
I have used both. The BOB, however, is not a good idea for a bent without a rear triangle. The way the BOB hooks up twists and manipulates the back end of a bike with single stays. A BOB is really best suited for a bike with a rear triangle...although I have seen out of control crashes with them too.
I use a Burley Nomad. There are other two-wheeled options too. There is the Bykaboose (if they are still made) and the Quik-Pak trailer (http://www.quik-pak.com/) (nice).
I feel the two wheelers are more stable. I just got back from riding the KATY trail across Missouri with mine.