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nascarzeke
10-22-06, 10:25 AM
Would It Work For Multi Year Tour And Can It Tow A B O B???
javna_golina
10-22-06, 05:59 PM
On a traditional crossbike? I wouldn't try it. No rack and mudguard mounts.

On something like Soma Double Cross, Surley, Gunnar Cross Hairs etc...yeap. Go for it.
cyclintom
10-23-06, 08:31 AM
What's the problem with not wanting a real Touring bike? They're generally more easy to get used and a whole lot cheaper on the market.
Shiznaz
10-23-06, 08:51 AM
Maybe the OP already has a cross bike?
flipped4bikes
10-23-06, 10:52 AM
Maybe the OP already has a cross bike?

I'm guessing so, now that I re-read the OP. Multi-year tour w/ BOB, prolly better off with a pure touring bike, like a Trek 520.
evanyc
10-23-06, 09:05 PM
i'm eyeing this (http://www.bianchiusa.com/07_axis.html) as a multipurpose cross/touring bike
cyclintom
10-24-06, 07:11 AM
Short wheelbase, low bar, dropped posture. That's a good cross bike and a lousy touring bike. Believe me.
nascarzeke
10-25-06, 12:31 PM
I Was Looking For Different Opinions About What Bike Would Work On A Long Tour. I Planned To Get A 520 And A Bob Trailer. Zeke