You have to decide what your own comfort level is and then be willing to change with experience. A few weekend trips will help you decide what kind of equipment you and traveling you will like. Speed and cycletouring are not mutually exclusive, but I would rather put up with reasonable extra weight in exchange for creature comforts at the end of a day on the road. I can offer one of the more popular posts on my blog to start, then ride, have fun and make the experience your own. There's no right way, just your way.


Marc