Thanks everyone. Looks like I'm good to go. Just have to make a trip to Ace Hardware for longer 5mm bolts, and a bike shop for a rack.
Originally Posted by
fietsbob
OP doing another over-thinking exercise , it seems a common trait , here
Seattle , why giving it a second thought ? mudguards , yes , Rack & panniers to carry rain-gear to wear, yes.
You're saying I'm short-sighted. Well, I sure was on this.