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Old 23-09.-2006, 04:25 AM   #1
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Default mountain bike

has anyone done any touring on one if so any idea what your average speed was.
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Old 27-09.-2006, 08:26 PM   #2
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Default Re: mountain bike

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has anyone done any touring on one if so any idea what your average speed was.


Marin Bolinas Ridge with Specialized Fatboys running 100psi rear and 90 psi front. With rear panniers only 22KM/H average, no tent or sleeping gear and included lots of hills. This was over a trip of 1000kms.

With front and rear panniers, tent and sleeping stuff average speed dropped to 20KM/H over similar distance and territory.

There were a few 6-7 hour days in the saddle during those trips.

Next time I'll get rid of the MTB forks for road touring, ie buy a proper touring bike!
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