Originally Posted by Ken Cox
I wonder if a person could put together a light, cheap, minimalist touring package that would not require panniers.
I need to think about that.
you can! I'm budgeting less than $100 on this trip, and I doubt i'll even come close to that mark.
I may have one small pannier bag, but that just seems to be the best way to carry a few things. Basically, the only think i'm taking besides food & a couple of tools is a tarp. I'll sleep in fields, under bridges, forests, etc.