What got me interested was taking up cycling after watching the Tour De France, loving it so much that I delved into the internet world to find out more and stumbled across self-supported touring. Once I found this I was hooked, what better way to use six months of paid leave owing.

I've just taken possession of a Surly Long Haul Trucker complete. Have the Tubus racks and buying
Ortlieb panniers next week. Deciding between MSR Hubba Hubba and Clip Flashlight tent - any suggestions?

I can't wait to hit the raod.