Originally Posted by
mike455555
if you were to build a touring bike from scratch (being buying parts), what would be your ideal bike? (you have a midrange-high budget for all items), what seat handlebars gears frame panniers ect would you have?
My ideal bike would have drop bars at a particular reach and drop, it would be easy to ride hands off. It would be dark green with a bit of metallic glint. It should be able to carry a rear only load well or a heavy load front and back. It should feel secure descending. Wheels and tires up to the task with no discernible hop. I hate hoppy tires and rims with grabby seams. Everything else is minor or easily acquired.