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#624 ·
younox said:
my current :)

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How's the Carradice saddlebag work for off-road riding? I considered one for a while, but ended up ordering a soft bikepacking-style bag instead...it loses on volume, but AFAIK wins on weight, price (after you factor in all the extra hardware for the Carradice), lack of attachment points and screws to work loose, and width/weight distribution. Still, the idea of having more than 14L to work with back there is appealing.
 
#627 ·
jbphilly said:
How's the Carradice saddlebag work for off-road riding? I considered one for a while, but ended up ordering a soft bikepacking-style bag instead...it loses on volume, but AFAIK wins on weight, price (after you factor in all the extra hardware for the Carradice), lack of attachment points and screws to work loose, and width/weight distribution. Still, the idea of having more than 14L to work with back there is appealing.
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Well, that's all true and actually I can't really tell much (only that it's a lot more comfortable and versatile) as it's brand new. But I've been riding with some guys using them and they seem to do a great job. So I went and got myself one to try. :)
Though I think it's definitely more the bag for long touring where comfort and durability wins over lightweight.
 
#628 ·
jdee2wheels said:
Curious to hear your reasons for switching bikes. Also wondering why you didn't carry the rohloff over to the new bike.
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Well, it's been several reasons and actually nothing special in particular ..
First, in my area and with its provided terrain, I simply can't use the fatbikes benefits, so it's basically just slower and heavier (especially as it is build as a touring bike). And those long trips that take advantage of its features are happening only once a year or so.
Second, the opportunity to swap was just perfect. Mike, who I sold it too, could really use it and was super happy to have the opportunity to swap in the middle of his south america tour and for me, the 29er is better for allround use at the moment. Though it's just a temporary solution, as I'm planing to build a belt drive pinion something with suspension fork. But that's quite a bit of money that needs to be saved and I need some kind of touring bike in between.
And third, I just like to try new things.

I guess at some point I'm going to build another fatbike but at the moment, I simply don't need it resp. can't use it to its full capabilities.
 
#630 ·
When you just need to get out there...

This is my 199? (I think?) Iron Horse AT-10 that I found in the garbage and rebuilt. I'm in grad school in IL and had a bunch of backpacking equipment, a rack with Wald baskets and a Carradice Camper Longflap, so I went with it.

I'm slowly moving up in the world this year. I've got a great set of Thule commuter panniers to work with my Pack 'n Pedal (nee' Freeload) rack and will do for some short weekend stuff. I'm working on getting a frame and handlebar bag for my next spring break trip.

In a year or two, hoping to crack the Great Divide with this bike.
 

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#633 ·
biketouring set-up

Here's my set-up. Taken in Sahuaripa, Sonora, Mexico. Surly ECR with Rohloff on Duallys/Knards loops. Been bouncing on this set-up on some dirt and paved roads since Alaska minus a detour to the Pacific Coast due to high snow when we were in Montana.

A bit on the wee bit heavy side compared to what I've seen here so clearly I'm envy. My wife is sending her panniers and rack back to Toronto when we arrive in Zacatecas and will have a bikepacking set-up. I have most of our camping stuffs so combing the web for some help. I'm finding a multi-year tour seems a bit more challenging in terms of striking the right balance in choosing the equipment/gear that I need to carry.

Though we're currently on a multi-year tour, I still want to get some ideas how can I cull my current load. It's so easy to fall into the 4 panniers, duffel bag on top of the rear rack, and bar bag set-up especially when you consider the clothing and gear you might need for the whole 4 seasons.

I'm curious what kind of gears you guys use when you have a bikepacking set-up. TIA.

Dean
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#634 ·
Hi. Just read thru your crazyguy blog. Looks like a great trip. I am planning the same trip for next year and trying to figure gear and bags as well. I have toured with full panniers and full bikepacking gear. I will probably go with a hybrid setup like you have. I used a setup like that for 10 weeks in NZ a few years ago and was happy with it.
As far as suggestions go, it would help if you posted your gear list. Or pm me for more discussion. Good luck
 
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My Pugsley in Wadi Rum earlier this month.

There are 5 (count 'em) 1-liter water bottles on the frame itself, which leaves the entire frame bag free for food. The handlebar roll is pretty much just a quilt, a few clothes, and a tent (footprint and fly only), plus odds and ends in the pocket bag. The gas tank has snacks and the normal contents of my pockets (phone, wallet, passport, Leatherman). The saddlebag has the rest of the clothes (I brought a lot for that trip, expecting cold nights) and a Thermarest sits on top.

I also had a daypack, which I could fill when needed with another 3 liters of water, and more food. I never really needed as much food as I had, but I was glad for the extra water capacity. I also skipped a potset and stove on this trip, and some bike tools as I was riding with a couple other people and mooched off their pump/multitools.

For warmer-weather trips I'd save a bunch of space by bringing less clothing - in particular, my fleece and bike pants were bulky. I'm planning another several-day outing this next week and expecting much warmer weather so I'll have to see if I can consolidate things to the point of not needing a backpack.
 
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Harryonaspot said:
Hi. Just read thru your crazyguy blog. Looks like a great trip. I am planning the same trip for next year and trying to figure gear and bags as well. I have toured with full panniers and full bikepacking gear. I will probably go with a hybrid setup like you have. I used a setup like that for 10 weeks in NZ a few years ago and was happy with it.
As far as suggestions go, it would help if you posted your gear list. Or pm me for more discussion. Good luck
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I'll post a kit list here so everybody can chime in incl. my wife's since we''re sharing gears.

Dean
 
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