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Bicycle Luggage Rack
Looking to buy a touring bike?
I am looking to buy a bicycle for touring. I would like ot be able to put on some luggage bags and racks and do some overnighters and multiple-day tours and I plan on riding daily for fitness. My local dealer recommended a Trek 1500. I rode it and it felt nice but I think its more for amature racing than long-distance touring.
I would prefer an American made bike, but European would be OK – nothing made in China.
Does anyone know about Tommaso bikes?
Lastly, I am trying to stay around or under $1,000.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
When I say American or Euro I know its a given that Shimano is going to be some place on there.
As for the $1,000 price limit I just speaking of the bike not the accessories which I plan to add over time.
I am looking for an aluminum frame, maybe with carbon fiber forks. Basically I am looking for something similar to the Trek 1500 but more for touring.
You’re right about the 1500. The geometry is just too tight for long range touring. In addition to rack and fender mounts, a real touring bike is going to have a slacker head tube and longer chainstays. Both of which make for more stable low speed handling, and the long chainstays also allow more room for rear panniers. Touring bikes also have room for bigger tires than road bikes, which will have a much bigger impact on ride comfort than frame or fork material. The Trek 520 and Cannondale T800 might be close to your price range.
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