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Location: Central Coast, CA
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Bikes: Surly LHT, Specialized Rockhopper, Nashbar Touring (old), Specialized Stumpjumper (older), Nishiki Tourer (model unknown)
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The thing I worry about most on tours is breaking rear spokes. Goodness knows, I've done it enough times (back in the days when I didn't know much about how to prevent it.) I always have the rear wheel gone over by a good wheelbuilder prior to any tour. If nothing else, the peace of mind is worth the fee, and he/she may find a potential problem and fix it before I load up and set off.
Last edited by BigBlueToe; 12-10-07 at 09:16 AM.