Just Ordered A Surly LHT

[kmehrzad]

Yo Dog,

I bought a black, 26" wheels Surly LHT myself last August and absolutely love the bike. DivingBiker and I rode the C&O Canal Towpath for three days in October and the bike performed well (except for shifting under load a couple of times where the chain locked up on me), but other than that no complaints. I'm attaching a couple pictures of the bike taken during our trip. As you'll see, I've added a pletscher kickstand which allows the bike to be parked on one wheel while the other is airborn making it easier to change the tube, if necessary or perform chain maintenance.

Spent about 3 hours at FreeRangeCycles in Seattle testing different bikes. I'm looking for a bike for touring/camping (weekends and longer trips). I decided on the Surly LHT with 26" wheels in black. It will be available in about one week - so I have some time to decide on the saddle, pedals and any other changes/upgrades. Here is what I'm thinking....any feedback is appreciated.

Peddles - flat on one side with SPD on the other
Saddle - Brooks B17
Adding extended brakes (still debating this $75 option)
Silver metal fenders
Rack - reuse either a Blackburn or Trek rack

Other things I need to consider:
Light
Computer
Handlebar bag