There is some news. In order to get better weight distribution, I ordered a front rack for Friday and a set of Arkel T-28 Panniers. And instead of the huge Arket Utility Baskets in the rear, I got a pair of smaller Arkel GT-18 Panniers. Technically, these are also front panniers to compliemnt their gigantic GT-54s but you can also use them in the rear (which I will do).
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In addition I'll be doing two bike trips to Germany this year. One in April which (weather permitting) will just be days trips from Bamberg as a base, much as I did last year. Then in August a group (5 at this point) will ride down the Main river from Bamberg to Aschaffenburg over a five day period (its 200 miles so a leisurely 40/miles a day). At this point, 4 of the 5 will be on Bike Fridays (3 NWT like mine and one Ticket).
So check back starting in mid April.
Here is another shot of the new gear...
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So check back starting in mid April.
Here is another shot of the new gear...
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