Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 8,602
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From: South shore, L.I., NY
Bikes: Trek Emonda SL7, Cannondale Topstone, Miyata City Liner, Specialized Chisel, Specialized Epic Evo
I too was thinking scaling back the daily distance to maybe 35-40 miles. Unless you are getting a lot of riding in and are comfortable with 5 hrs in the saddle, as 10 mph on a loaded tourer is typical. Local trips is a good idea and you otherwise seem to be on the right track.