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Mid July of this year I was given a bike. It is a GMC Topkick, a 21 speed aluminum mountain bike with disc breaks. This bike tops no ones dream list, but it was free and I am so grateful for it.
I have since logged over 200 miles on it, with a couple of thirty mile plus rides.
At 46, I have fallen in love with it; just getting out there in the middle of nowhere, the solitude, the sweat, the aches, the beauty, the sense of accomplishment, the health improvements, and the strange looks, questions, and hushed whispers from friends, family, and coworkers.
I know, or I feel, ok, I just want! a little better bike. One that fits me a little more, one I can grow with.
After hours of research, reviews, and contemplation of long term goals, I have landed on the Surly Disc Trucker.
Now my question is sizing? I am going in to get fit for the bike next week. Some say to go a size smaller on a touring bike than you are fitted for on a road bike, for a more upright riding position, Some say bigger, to avoid heel rub on panniers.
Anyone experienced with the Trucker?
I have since logged over 200 miles on it, with a couple of thirty mile plus rides.
At 46, I have fallen in love with it; just getting out there in the middle of nowhere, the solitude, the sweat, the aches, the beauty, the sense of accomplishment, the health improvements, and the strange looks, questions, and hushed whispers from friends, family, and coworkers.
I know, or I feel, ok, I just want! a little better bike. One that fits me a little more, one I can grow with.
After hours of research, reviews, and contemplation of long term goals, I have landed on the Surly Disc Trucker.
Now my question is sizing? I am going in to get fit for the bike next week. Some say to go a size smaller on a touring bike than you are fitted for on a road bike, for a more upright riding position, Some say bigger, to avoid heel rub on panniers.
Anyone experienced with the Trucker?