Hi all,

Looking for what people think about using this bike for some touring? Sure it would probably be fine on road but looking at gravel roads and basic fire trails. I'm only looking at the 8.5 and 8.6DS

Notice the suspension on the rear, is this just an added risk when riding with racks? It looks like it could take a wider tyre than the 38mm that it's fitted with.

http://www.trekbikes.com/au/en/bikes..._series/8_6_ds

So people let me have your thoughts/experiences, good or bad.

Many thanks

Gary