It has been a while since I posted up...for a variety of reasons. I have been riding putting on some miles preparing for some touring this summer. I am hoping to begin a quick 4 or 5 day trip this coming Monday. The above shows some of what I will be bringing. It looks like a lot, but in reality it isn't. It packs down small. In fact, the BOB trailer has space left. I will try to post up a ride report after the mini trip.
As of late, I have been riding the bike I plan on touring with. I have made some small trips with it in the past, and it is probably not ideal, but it will do. I have made some changes to it and it is working well so far.
With our first grandchild here, I have made a couple rides up to visit. It is close to 19 miles one way from the house and makes for a great ride. It is mostly quiet country roads...with a new bridge over the Moose River!
The bridge is newer than the bike. Sad, as this is the third bridge put here in my memory. I guess I should have taken a pic of the complete bridge...maybe next time.
The Moose River from the bridge.
Lets get outdoors and have some fun!!
The Kona seems a pretty reasonable bike for touring...triple chainset...fenders..good saddle..etc
ReplyDeleteLook forward to reading about your adventures here....
-Trevor
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ReplyDeleteLooks like retirement is treating you well!!
Good for you!!
The BOB trailer is also on my list.
Enjoy your travels!!
Peace
I need to get a rack and more bags for my touring bicycle.
ReplyDeleteA four or five day self-supported tour around WI? That sounds really good! Take some good pictures to let us share the experience, and have fun!
ReplyDeleteTrevor...I have tweaked the Kona a little and I think it will be fine on the long haul. It has some sturdy wheels, I added a larger cassette and like you said, fenders saddle ect.
ReplyDeletesecondhand...Thanks
Joboo...Yep, retirement has been good. Over a year now!!
Dan...It's unbelivable how much fits in the panniers. I bought the BOB for when my wife comes along. Although I could put a front rack on and leave the BOB home, I have come to like it. It will stay.
Jeff...This will be a tune up. The longer ride will come in a couple weeks if all goes well. I will post it up.
Hope your trip goes well. I'm heading out myself on Tuesday.
ReplyDeleteMay the wind be at your back.....unless I'm traveling the opposite direction, in which case, I hope the wind is calm.
Looking forward to your report.
ReplyDeleteBTW..I think the secondhand comment is spam. I keep getting the same post multiple times over the past several days. I've been deleting it.
I think your preparation,training and attitude is a great combination. Sounds like a fun trip. Keep us posted!
ReplyDeleteHave a great trip and ride safe.
ReplyDeleteAre you still thinking about coming out this Summer? Maybe for the races?? We could do some camping, follow the bikers along their route & get some killer shots. I may see if there's any volunteer spots left.
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