Forgot to add, I swapped out the knobbies that came with the Topanga and added some Kenda 26x1.95 slicks ($25 for both). The kendas are rated up to 65psi. I've heard some good things about Maxxis hookworms. I may get those later if there is a sale on them.
Also, I put in a suspension seatpost that I had lying around (30.9mm size). Again, you need all the cushioning you can get when carrying this heavy a load.
BTW, I weigh 175 lbs.
Last edited by coolio; 08-17-11 at 08:12 AM.