Originally Posted by
h_curtis
Wow, that is lighter than I ever thought. I could ride my road bike with that set up. Do you have tent, sleeping stuff (pad or something) and enough gear to get to a bike shop if you have any issues? Do you have a list of stuff you carry? I have never seen anyone that light, but you might be a hotel credit card rider? What kind of bags are those?
Thanks.
There are people who travel lighter, but I'm comfortable with my setup. Bags are Ortlieb front and Carradice Nelson Longflap saddlebag. My tent is strapped under the saddle, sleeping quilt, pad and cooking equipment are in the saddlebag. Here's a gear list
http://wheelsofchance.org/2010/02/02/ultralight-setup/