Ditto for the road bike/commuter Bike

At first I was a little self conscious with my fenders and racks but not anymore. The groups I ride with are not racers but just people who enjoy a group ride now and then and I have zero issues with staying with the group. I suppose I could stay in with a group riding faster (20 mph plus) but just isn't my thing.

I ride a Rivendell Bleriot with Gilles Berthoud Fenders and Saddle plus a Nitto Front Rack and a two Zimbale Canvas Bags. I can ride for miles and miles and still have a smile on my face at days end. Here is a photo of SKY

Encourage you to not stress about it and just have fun.