I just bought a Bridgestone RB-T to use as a daily rider/ commuter. I really like the bike. I would like it even more if it could be set up to occasionally take off on an extended tour with rack and panniers. The current fork is lacking all of the necessities for a front rack. This brings me to my question. Is it best to just buy a new fork with the braze-ons and eyelets for rack and fenders? Is it possible to have my fork modified to accept a rack? Any opinions/testimonials on the racks such as Old Man Mountain, that will fit any fork without much added effort?

I appreciate all responses and ideas.