In Memory of One Cool Cat
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 2,722
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From: Charlottesville, VA
Bikes: Lemond Victoire, Cannondale.Mountain Bike, two 1980s lugged steel Treks, ancient 1980-something Giant mountain bike converted into a slick tired commuter with mustache handlebars, 1960-something Raleigh Sports
Oh--one more thing. Don't neglect high quality, bullet-proof wheels. If you're doing loaded touring, a minimum of 36 spokes. Some would argue for more.
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