Originally Posted by
LeeG
A big rear load can work for a bike with long chainstays but I'm not sure if that describes your Ogre although the rear wheel does have a range of adjustment.
Instead of getting big rear bags start off with small front bags that can be located front or rear. Experiment with those smaller bags and a reasonable touring load of 25-30lbs in various configurations instead of committing to hundreds of dollars of stuff that may end up staying home.
I'm just collecting information at this point! My latest thought is to start with the Revelate framebag that is custom made for the Ogre. Then I'll try loading it and putting my tent, with maybe my bed roll, on the Jones loop handlebar to see how it handles.
BTW, the chainstay length on the Ogre is about 3 cm shorter than the LHT, according to the Surly web site. I'm totally oblivious to how much of an effect that will have on loading.
Edit: I'm looking at adding fenders immediately for winter riding. So far, I'm leaning to the Planet Bike Cascadia 29ers. Actually, I first need pedals, since it doesn't come with any!