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Old 02-17-15 | 10:43 AM
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bradtx
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Bikes: Cannondale, Trek, Raleigh, Santana

Jwall0804, There's no real definition of light touring other than weight. I think expedition level unsupported loaded touring starts with around 40 lb. of gear and a bicycle specifically designed to control that much, or even more weight. I tend to load about 25 lb. and I mostly hub and spoke tour, which is when day trips are started and ended at the same point.

Your bike would fare well carrying 25-30 lb. and looks well equipped for racks and such to do so. Light touring also doesn't have as much emphasis placed on low gearing and your bike is well placed there also.

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