Here is my Transforming Trek 4300
I have waffled about spending upwards of $1500 for a dedicated touring machine but my Scots nature continues to come out. This bike was purchased about 2 years ago and ridden on gravel and singletrack. I purchased the rear rack almost 15 years ago, found the cheap Nashbar panniers for about $20, ebayed a small tent and other camping gear, received the sleeping bag for a gift, cannabalized an Xmart bike for the barends, spent about $55 on the B-17 and I think I am almost ready to go. Just need to purchase some road friendly tires and then, down the road. I am planning a 2 or 3 day jaunt this weekend to test it all out.