I really do love this forum. Next to riding and chasing my wife around the house, I can't think of a better time!

I think my plan will be to pick up a trailer (probably the Burley nomad), add a seat-post rack, a handlebar bag and try some touring. I'm in Indiana, so the hills are limited. I, too, work for a living and at the MOST will be able to swing one or two tours a year. They will probably be limited to one week each.

If that all goes well and I find a way to do more tours, I may look into a touring rig. After all, the things I'm adding to my bike now can all pretty much be re-used on other bikes, right?