i'm sure the question has been asked before, but a search
couldn't find it for me.....

i'm thinking i might like to reduce my load, move most
weight forward. go with maybe 15 pounds in 2 front bags
plus 2-3 pounds in a handlebar bag. do away with rear
bags altogether. maybe even dump the rear rack, or use
it only for strapping on a couple 2L bottles of water for
remote rides.

i plan to give it a try next week, just hoping to get some
advice and hear others's experiences.