Coconino Touring Rig

Campred-yes, a fat tire will fit in that front rack. Haven't pieced together a fat front wheel set up yet.

Francis-Jag's right, it's a Sella. Cheaper and more comfy than a brooks (I think). I went to Sella three years ago and was stunned at the inferiority of everything else I'd ever tried. But that's it really is a butt-specific thing.

Wilson-yes, the fit and ride are wonderful. I was riding this evening and could have kept riding all night. When you forget the bike is there you know it's good. Garro's work is very literally world class.

Chuck, mostly plan to ride in N. AZ. And mostly weekend over-nights, two- or three nighters--working man trips from my Flagstaff doorstep to beyond and back. I do plan to do some longer touring also--up to a few weeks. S. America, Mexico, Col Plateau. Hopefully will find time in life for a time-unlimited tour also--living on the bike. This bike will spend probably 70% of it's life on dirt. It'll get 8-10 miles on dirt most evenings and then whatever commuting by day but I work from home. I prefer riding on dirt. Flat pedals are for around town and evening shreds--the daily routine (it's a grocery getter too). SPDs for longer jaunts. Seat's more centered and a tad higher now after feeling the fit out more. Don't have a touring kit list, but somewhat minimalist for one- or two-nighters (I'm anal about keeping gear dry--sleeping in and hauling wet gear sucks--hence both racks for panniers), minimal except maybe for beer. At most bag, bivy or tarp, lightweight compact pad; maybe a stove, gas, minimal cookware, cup; bike repair, duct tape, bailing wire, superglue, small first aid, water filter or iodine, sunscreen, advil, lighter, light, a layer or two, a warm hat and a shell. And food. Oh, and camera. Map if I need it. Where I live the crux is infrequent water, being able to carry a lot if it and having a filter to stock up when you do finally find some.