Originally Posted by
Tomm Willians
I’ve considered doing exactly that on my Wilier Triestina but not certain how well it will work out carrying what I need with me. I’m toying with different routes that offer more resupply options.
Also curious how much that carbon frame will beat me with 200 miles of subtle bumps....... they do add up.
For rural routes without many services, I always use a 2-liter Camelbak, just the bare thing, no storage, plus a food bottle. I don't usually need 2 bottles with the Camelbak. That gives me a 50 mile range. I usually only stop the 3 times on a double if the stops work out like that. I use a large Ortlieb saddle bag with whatever in it.
I found my Trek to be very comfortable. Run the largest Conti 5000 that fit. When I did rando, I ran 23mm Vredesteins at 140 lbs, no problem. That's here in Washinton, though. I've ridden California rural and admit I was not impressed with the level of maintenance. Some areas were nice, others not so much.