Originally Posted by
LeeG
Is the bike you're putting this on able to carry big rear panniers and lots o stuff well? If it's a road bike I'd suggest working with it's road bike qualities and not overload the rear, use small panniers and try to move some weight forward with water bottles in the frame triangle and sleeping bag in compression sack under handlebars or on mini front rack
Here's the 1980's Cannondale I'm planning to use.
It's missing a rack, panniers, fenders, a mirror, and, from my experience on a 40 mile ride, more comfortable grip tape, seat, and brake hoods.
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Bike as Whole:
Fork Dropouts:
Rear dropouts:
Seat Stays:
Front Fender Attachment:
Rear Quick Release:
