I'm just getting into touring so I've been reading as much about it as I can. Most things are self explanatory but I did notice one thing that isn't.

Going thru the sticky thread "pictures of your loaded bikes" I noticed a fair number of bikes with all the loaded bags on the front end of the bike. Is there a reason for this? Is it or could it be for handling?

The wife and I canoe camped for many years and a properly trimmed canoe was a must with only a couple exceptions that I can think of.

So what's the deal with front loaded bikes??

Thanks guys, Tony

and ladies