Originally Posted by
dannwilliams
I have Vittoria Randonneur Pro 700 x 35, a very good tire. When these wear I'll go to a 32. I was thinking lighter wheels, but these are Salsa Cross laced to XT hubs. Do I really want lighter on a touring bike? I am nearly 200# and carry 30#+ of gear.
Sound like primo wheels, what's with this " it's hard to make it move" crap, it's a touring bike, loaded up it accelerates slowly and IS hard to move. Get the fit right, pump up the tires and go.