Originally Posted by
tombilcze
What is a good target weight to aim for to keep the bike from being overloaded? I am just looking fora target to help me plan on minimizing what I will be taking on my first tour.
I haul about 35 pounds in summer, 40 in winter, plus water/food which can add 5-15 more, depending. Total weight on the wheels is about 250 pounds. No broken spokes.
I don't find extra weight, within reason, to be much of an issue, tho the laws of gravity dictate that it really is on the climbs.
You can't beat an overnighter or two for dialing in what YOU need/want, irregardless of the packing list of others.