Thanks LeeG. I will ride both and see, I read in many places that if you are not riding loaded all the time, the Trek 520 may be a better all around bike and also good for touring, let's see. Very curious and excited to ride it this upcoming Tuesday. I will post my thoughts here and likely will have to ride the LHT one more time.
Originally Posted by
LeeG
Brazuka,hold off on deciding until you've ridden both. The component selection doesn't matter as much as the ride. The LHT is a go straight bike, the 520 handles well unloaded and loaded. I had a 700c LHT and switched to a 26" wheel LHT because of the lack of maneuverability. Either model, 700LHT or 26" wheel can handle heavy loads.