Originally Posted by
mstateglfr
Each time I walk into REI, I drift past the Randonee and Mazama.
The Randonee is, for me, a really well spec'd bike for the price. I think they nailed the goal of getting good components at a certain price point.
Its a bike made for fully loaded riding, so it isnt quick, but its what its supposed to be- solid.
+ 1. This is a really nicely spec'd bike with quality rims (mavic A319) and quality tires (schwalbe) as well as good components generally. Manufacturers often cheap out on wheels and tires; this bike is ready to tour right out of the store.