I still have an older Sierra 700 that served me well on many
smaller tours before I was sure that touring was something
that I really enjoyed. I still have the frame sitting in the corner
of my storage shed. One of these days I plan to rebuild it when
I have enough spare parts. It had great gearing and the wheels
held up remarkably well over the few years I toured with it.

It will serve you well. Would suggest bar ends for the added hand
positions and comfort.

Kayakdiver