the complicated world of bicycles

this is growing absurd. i was incorrect about the weight of the panniers. twas not how much i had in them, but how they fit on my bike. due to the need to mount the rack to the seat post, the panniers were sitting FAR too high, therefore raising the center of gravity, and making the bike rather dangerous to ride. usually, the bottom of the panniers falls about 3/4 of the way down the back tire. mine were at the top of the back tire. so, i read and read. at this point, my options have evaporated to a mere three as i can see it. off to the bike shop now, to see if my frame can handle pulling a trailer. if not, i may attempt to ride my green schwinn {one speed} from the 70's, which is currently in pieces in my back yard. if that too is unable to carry the bags, i believe i will load up my pack tomorrow morning and begin walking. i certainly wouldn't get one tenth as far, but the journey would still live. thinking.

Posted by jeff at July 4, 2003 10:17 AM

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