Just completed 7 day tour 350 miles on GAP / C&O. Had a great time and already looking for next couple of outings. Have a long weekend already booked and doing preliminary planning for another 7 day ride in the Fall.
My question is what, if anything, could/should I do to improve my current bike for touring? Likely crushed gravel rail trail and paved riding mostly. Some gravel back roads.
Buying a new bike just set up for touring is probably not in the cards, but perhaps some upgrades to my current (Trek FX2) would be a good next step. Here's what's on it now (all stock, except I've added the MIK rack in the back and a set of Ortlieb Back Roller Classics):
Stock details per Trek archives
Any suggestions for good value-added upgrades? Or do I save my pennies and wait for that next N+1?