Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
I have a Windsor Tourist and can recommend it. The Nashbar Touring bike uses the same Fuji supplied frame as the Windsor, but comes with 3x10 Shimano 105 for $750:
http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...2_10000_202613
I would also use the Roubaix for supported touring, however. The only reason to use an alternate steel touring bike is if gravel roads are included or to avoid shipping damage to the Roubaix.
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.