Originally Posted by
eagleb
Would this be able to carry any significant load? I don't plan on doing any major touring, but definitely want to put on at least a rear rack to carry water/clothes/food. What is the hierarchy of suntour components, can they be compared to shimano (the only group I "know")
Absolutely on the loading. As for the Suntour groups, I'd suggest searching the forums. AR(x) is pretty good, and even the bottom level Suntour stuff is pretty good/reliable/performs well.