Originally Posted by
Gilbert_62
...My question is, what components should I consider for this build. I would like to stay in the same group-set but would consider any recommendations. My plan is to use this bike for both a daily training ride as well as possibly some bike packing. I would to thank all those who can help.
Serial No:
IK B1-0302 07396
276739 BRT02619
Blessings
Gilbert
Touring bikes rarely use the same group-set for all components. Most often they are a mix of mountain and road group bits. This becomes more likely if you look forward to touring with a heavy load. A
guidline for the drive train used on a heavily loaded touring bike is 20-100 GI (gear inches) because the lower gear ratios are handy for climbing and top end speed isn't usually a priority.
-Wheels are a component that are important to reliability. I started with a budget wheel set and then retensioned and retrued them and thus far they've been quite reliable.
-Generally most touring bikes are built around mid range components because fighting for every gram isn't critical, but long term durability is.
What are your expected load weights?
Brad