Tour Bike - Pick one
11-08-07, 04:02 PM
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For the money the Jamis Aurora offers a lot. It's built really well and for the $5-600 difference you can upgrade a lot of equipment if you feel the need.
11-08-07, 04:11 PM
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LHT right out of the box. It is the most "pure" touring bike out of the three. However, I prefer the STI shifting of the Jamis Aurora. The surly has the best components and frame for touring. Why aren't you considering the Rocky Mountain Sherpa 30???
11-08-07, 04:20 PM
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Or the Cannondale T2?
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11-08-07, 04:33 PM
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11-08-07, 08:51 PM
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It really matters on what kind of riding you do. The LHT is a great touring bike, but the Fuji and Jamis are better unloaded.
So if you're planning a coast to coast ride, stick with the LHT.
If you're going to do more unloaded riding and a little touring, buy one of the other two.
There's no clear winner because all 3 bikes are quality bikes, just a little different.
So if you're planning a coast to coast ride, stick with the LHT.
If you're going to do more unloaded riding and a little touring, buy one of the other two.
There's no clear winner because all 3 bikes are quality bikes, just a little different.
11-08-07, 10:40 PM
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Just go the LHT
I just picked up my Surly Long Haul Trucker today...about 3 hours ago actually 
I've only been able to ride it for a few minutes since it's dark out, but it seems pretty dang solid. I got the black Brookes saddle and even just from that little amount of time, I can tell I'm going to like it.
ANyway, I'll post some pics when I get it set up like I want it.
I've only been able to ride it for a few minutes since it's dark out, but it seems pretty dang solid. I got the black Brookes saddle and even just from that little amount of time, I can tell I'm going to like it.
ANyway, I'll post some pics when I get it set up like I want it.
