I just bought a new 2001 Jamis Aurora. I was looking for a touring bike and called a LBS asking about a Fuji when he mention that he had this bike and would give me a good deal. In fact he gave me a great deal and with the money I saved I made the following upgrades:

• Changed the 52-42-30 chainring to 52-42-26
• Changed the rear 8-speed cassette to 11-30
• Swapped out the Sora rear derailler in favor of a Deore
• Swapped out the stock stem for a little more upright stem
• Added my clipless pedals
• Added a lightwieght rear rack
• Swapped out the Tom Slick 32mm tires for Conti 28 mm (although I'm getting lots of flats)

Anyone have experience with this bike?

Anyone have other possible upgrades?

I plan to do light multi-day tours.

Thanks.