Originally Posted by
Aidoneus
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.
My light touring setup is all Revelate bags and harnesses. It really limits the amount you can carry vs. panniers (not necessarily a bad thing), which is why most bikepackers need to add a backpack for water and food. You will probably not notice any significant difference in handling adding some weight to the handlebars and a frame bag. However, make a list of everything you want to bring, and you'll find yourself running out of space pretty quickly, and having to add more carrying capacity.