Long-distance Bicycle Training

Perry Winkle · 02-11-2007, 07:22 PM

The other issue I've recently become aware of is weight. In top-form I'm 230 lbs. right now I'm a fairly lean 240 (108ish kg) lbs. (I'm 6'8"[203ish cm])

Supposedly my weight in addition to gear weight will be a little hard on spokes, wheels and frame. I've got an appointment with a bike shop owner and touring enthusiast later this week to get set-up with a bike. I hope that there will be a touring bike that can handle the weight well, as I've already bought all of my camping gear :P

Now I'm thinking of doing the TransAmerica Trail instead of a world tour, just to test myself and equipment, and gain a little experience in a place where everyone somewhat speaks my language.

And thanks, CF, I'll take a look at your site and let you know if I have more questions.

02-11-2007, 07:22 PM	#8
Perry Winkle Esnohplad Semaj Ton Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: A little south of sanity Posts: 2,259	The other issue I've recently become aware of is weight. In top-form I'm 230 lbs. right now I'm a fairly lean 240 (108ish kg) lbs. (I'm 6'8"[203ish cm]) Supposedly my weight in addition to gear weight will be a little hard on spokes, wheels and frame. I've got an appointment with a bike shop owner and touring enthusiast later this week to get set-up with a bike. I hope that there will be a touring bike that can handle the weight well, as I've already bought all of my camping gear :P Now I'm thinking of doing the TransAmerica Trail instead of a world tour, just to test myself and equipment, and gain a little experience in a place where everyone somewhat speaks my language. And thanks, CF, I'll take a look at your site and let you know if I have more questions.

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