smaller ring for touring??

[cindysue]

Cindy ~ I think you are doing the right thing! My husband and I took a tour last fall (NY state), and I needed every bit of my XT cogset in the rear (I had front/back racks and panniers). Depends on the amount of climbing of course (we were in the Finger Lakes and Adirondacks -> LOTS of climbs), but it never hurts to be over-prepared!
Emily

thanks Emily - I'll be sure to post a ride report when I get back (June 13-20). I can't wait to try out my new set-up!