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Gear Talk / Schwinn bike

« on: March 13, 2006, 08:43:16 pm »

I am primarily a mtn. biker but did my first tour last year (Natchez Trace).  I used my mtn. bike.  I have an opportunity to purchase a Schwinn Passage (5-6 yrs. old), less than 1100 miles on it, great condition.  Would this be a good bike for touring? I can't spend a lot on a 2nd bike. Oh, the seller is asking $250.  I plan on touring 1-2 times per year.

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Routes / Katy Trail

« on: August 27, 2005, 01:28:17 am »

Anyone ever ridden the Katy Trail in Missouri? I've biked the Natchez Trace and looking for a different route next May.

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General Discussion / is this a good deal

« on: March 05, 2006, 01:19:16 am »

I'm new to touring. Toured the Natchez Trace last year and will do the Katy Trail this year.  Have been using a hardtail mtn. bike.  Have an opportunity to purchase a Schwinn Passage road bike (6-8 yrs old).  Would this be a good bike for touring?  Or should I continue to use mtn. bike with narrower tires?