Originally Posted by
bradtx
CenturianIM, If dead set on the Miyata I suggest a trailer. 20-100 GIs is generally the range wanted in a tourer (14-34 freewheel + triple crankset). DP caliper brakes and perhaps a 700C conversion.
Brad
Trailer is definitely an option. Gearing can be adjusted fairly easily. A 46/30 crank with an old 7 speed K type freewheel (13-34) results in 24-96 gear inches. Old vintage cranks are available with the 46/30 or the ones I am using on the bike I mentioned above came from VO.