Originally Posted by
rothenfield1
What would be the issues with using a vintage Tri-bike for light touring? All I’m looking to do is to put a couple of panniers on the rear with a light 20-25 lbs load, and maybe a handlebar bag. The bike I’m looking at has a 41.5 cm chain stay. That seems pretty short, and I’m not sure about issues with the BB height.
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Loaded with a significant amount of weight, the bike might handle oddly. With short stays, you might get heel strike on panniers too. You've been out of the forum for a while... welcome back! Did you ever sell that Rossin bike that I sold you the seatpost for?