Originally Posted by
Lou Skannon
I always judge a cycle tourer by their panniers and not their bike. I would give a rider with these new panniers the same respect that I give to the driver of a jacked-up Ford F-150.
Or am I being a little harsh?
This was on my girlfriend's first 2day tour over the summer. Internal Gear 3speed, not built for touring, with these cheap panniers, made it over this hill.
I don't really understand your statement.
I do think giving out respect based on your opinion of someone's gear is a little misguided.