Originally Posted by
MarcusT
The author must have never done a long distance, self supported tour, where 20 litres of storage space won't cut it.
Completely agree. This is exactly what I have been thinking about with all the focus on bikepacking/gravel bikes. They work for some situations but without the capacity to include racks and panniers for more extensive touring, it can really limit your excursions. Backcountry winter touring with 20 liters of storage? I don't think so, unless you are staying in a hotel and eating out at restaurants.