speed is overrated

[sundial]

I've come to the conclusion that I am a trekker at heart. I would rather ride for distance rather than ride for performance. I am not a weight weenie. I try to put fenders, racks, trunks, or underseat bags on all my bikes. I clutter up the handlebars with things that improve comfort or safety--or for entertainment. I like knobby, heavy tires. A kickstand is useful. So are baskets to bring in the mail or a coffee cup holder that carries a mug of fresh brew. It's just a matter of time before I plan my first credit card tour. Comfort is the priority now and I'm ready to enter a new season in cycling.

[shootingstar]

Certainly it sounds as if you haul around abit more weight on bike everyday, even without buying anything for the pannier.

I don't like knobby tires, but I do have Marathon tires which have smoother thread. My handlebar real estate doesn't have much except for a bell and a mount for my no-longer-used Cateye computer.

For self, speed has only counted for meeting work commuting time...and for touring -- making sure on a long trip, to get to hotel/motel/b 'n b in time....to check out nearby eating places before dark..or book accommodation right there upon arrival. My partner has a loose style of trip planning: book lst 1-2 days..then advance reserved accommodation becomes vaguer and vaguer depending on cycling distance covered and weather during trip days.

So, are you waiting for a better time in life to do a credit card bike trip?

[Zen]

Welcome to my club

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

Welcome to my club

Yeah, I totally relate!

[Blueberry]

Me too! I keep thinking about getting a "lighter" bike, but then I start mentally adding things to it....

I <3 my generator hub, fenders, rear rack, trunk bag, front and rear lights, etc.

I wasn't gonna win any races anyway

CA

[Biciclista]

Same here. What's the rush?

[sundial]

So, are you waiting for a better time in life to do a credit card bike trip?

I'm waiting for it to become cooler. I'm also looking for the right bike for the job.

[Tri Girl]

I fully agree.
I am not as fast as I used to be and I'm getting aggravated trying to get back to where I was. I find I like going slower, enjoying the scenery, taking pictures, and exploring new things.
What bikes are you looking at?

[sundial]

Tri, I'm looking at steel bikes--mtb's and touring road bikes.

[Zen]

Another opportunity to say how much I love my Aurora