I realize that this thread started a long time ago but I thought I would continue it as I just purchased my LHT. I should get it some time next week. Yes, I will certainly post a pic or two.
-Sue
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I've had mine for a couple of months now and it's wonderful. there'a a rather poor photo on another thread, i'll try and put a better one up soon (hopefully in an equally good out doors setting)
I realize that this thread started a long time ago but I thought I would continue it as I just purchased my LHT. I should get it some time next week. Yes, I will certainly post a pic or two.
-Sue
canonsue, congrats on the LHT! They are nice bikes and versatile to boot. I look forward to seeing yours. Welcome to TE, BTW.
Everything in moderation, including moderation.
2007 Rodriguez Adventure/B72
2009 Masi Soulville Mixte/B18
1997 Trek 820 Step-thru Xtracycle/B17
I've had mine a few months now and love it. I was almost turned off by the 26" wheels when contemplating buying it but now they don't bother me. I'm 5'8" and normally ride a 56cm but with the LHT I ride a 54cm. I swapped out a few components, the main ones being the stem and handlebars. I went with albatross bars for a more upright position and am so glad I did. I kept the the bar-end shifters which I love. Even though it's not a "fast bike" when I'm riding it I don't feel slow, it's just a really enjoyable ride.
Slowly but surely I'll be adding things (Brooks saddle, Nitto racks and a few other things) to make it my "faux rando" bike. I can't afford a Rivendell but I can make this look like one. Well, sort of.
Congratulations on your new LHT's. Pictures please. I am also 5"8 and I also have the 54cm with the 26"wheels and I have become used to them and think it makes for a very versital bike. I have a rear Tubus rack and a honey Brooks saddle with a DiNotte rear light and Ortlieb yellow bags. The components that are different are aThompson seat post and Shimano double sided SPD pedals so that I can ride with regular shoes and last but not least Schwalbe tires.
Have you seen the new "truckaccino" color for the LHT? I love it! I'm trying to convince DBF that our Trek road bikes are not suitable for the long distance rides we are planning
Help me out!
Andrea
1988 Bridgestone mixte
2002 Trek 2200
2011 Surly Long Haul Trucker
finally an ok picture - taken when I was riding in Somerset over the weekend avoiding the rain showers and battling with the wind.
How did you all go about buying a surly? Are there shops near you wher you could test ride ofr did you just go on blind faith and order?
I wanted to look at them but there are no local shops that sell them so I am now awaiting arrival of a Jamis Aurora
It was only $500 + $75 shipping. I couldn't pass it by.
2008 Trek FX 7.2/Terry Cite X
2009 Jamis Aurora/Brooks B-68
2010 Trek FX 7.6 WSD/stock bontrager
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2008 Trek FX 7.2/Terry Cite X
2009 Jamis Aurora/Brooks B-68
2010 Trek FX 7.6 WSD/stock bontrager
Yippee!!!! I didn't know you won that bike. I probably can't say oh you will love it, because I am not you...but I sure love mine....
and odds are that you will too.
i have never heard a bad word about that bike and you got a great price.
Can;t wait to see a photo of YOU on it....seriously.
wait! what's with the red face of abashment....are you only half glad?
Discipline is remembering what you want.
2008 Trek FX 7.2/Terry Cite X
2009 Jamis Aurora/Brooks B-68
2010 Trek FX 7.6 WSD/stock bontrager
Lisa
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