A tourism bike is a tool that people travel on. How common or specialized it is depends only on the tourist himself. Many people prefer mountain biking. They are attracted to the suspension forks and sturdy wheels, upright body position and low gears. Others go to the store and buy a touring bike, but the range is not very large. And someone decides to modify a more sporty bike model, or order an individual frame.

A touring bike needs features that most other bikes don't need, primarily:

Place for mounting the trunk, front and rear;
Mounts for bottle cages, two, or preferably three;
Low for climbing uphill;
"Relaxed geometry" frame for a more comfortable ride;
Fenders and distance between wheel and fender to prevent dirt from getting stuck.

Touring bike material

Steel

Before the advent of aluminum, all frames were made of steel. Although these frames are heavier, they are practically indestructible, even rusting will take 30 years. Any necessary fasteners can be welded to the steel, it is very easy to repair and its price is quite affordable.

Aluminum

Aluminum is lighter than steel and practically does not corrode. Aluminum frames are available with any mountings, but they provide a stiffer ride than steel frames. When riding on narrow tires, the recoil to the hands is more than sensitive. And repairing an aluminum frame is much more difficult than a steel frame.

Carbon

Fragile and vulnerable, but hard and very lightweight. Many people will not choose such frames for tourism. Firstly, they have a very high price, and secondly, they absorb vibration poorly, and thirdly, they tolerate the load well only in a certain direction, and a small impact from the front or from the side will easily break such a frame. Unlike other materials, carbon fiber frames are not repaired at all.

Titanium

Most best material for the tourist frame. It combines the lightness of aluminum with the vibration damping of steel and lasts longer. Titanium is lightweight and durable, but very expensive. But titanium frames must be made to a very high level, so when choosing a company in which to place an order, you need to very carefully check the reviews of its products.

Touring bike frame geometry

Frame material is an important indicator, but it still has little effect on how the bike rolls. But the geometry of the frame has a very important role in in this question.

Have mountain bikes for example, the wheels are too close together, the front fork is at a shallow angle in the frame, which makes the bike more responsive. The saddle hangs closer over the pedals for acceleration. Bringing the rear b = wheel closer under the saddle will make the bike faster on uphills. On a racing bike, the compactness of the frame makes it lighter.

All of these advantages can be useful for a touring bike, but: The verticality of the tubes and the forward movement of the saddle reduces comfort and the muscles do not relax. A straight fork does not handle bumps well. The short rear stays do not allow the load to be properly secured and the legs touch it when pedaling. It is very important in the location of the rear wheel that the closer it is, the more shaking, and the further, the softer obstacles are passed.

Some touring bikes have unusually long wheelbases. The ride is very soft, but, again, you have to pay. With a large distance from the rear wheel, the bike becomes less maneuverable, more difficult, and more sluggishly enters the turns.

Choosing the geometry of the frame, each person has to choose what will be more important and more comfortable for him. Any tourist spends a lot of time in the saddle of a bicycle while traveling. When buying a bicycle for tourism, everyone should decide what is more important for him: the speed of the route, comfort while riding, ease of pedaling, rolling, etc. It is advisable to consult with someone who knows a lot about cycling tourism.

Have a good choice.

V Lately when it became possible to pick up quality bike for tourism, fans of cycling tourism has become many times more. But how to choose a good car, which will pass along mountain paths without unnecessary shaking and stops, and overcome bumps of country roads, and ride on the highway with a breeze.

Regardless of whether your future route is laid along steep mountain passes, along forest roads or along a high-speed route, you should choose a bike for a hike based on the following general principles:

Ease. No matter how smooth the track may be, there will certainly be times when it is not the bike that will carry you, but you will carry or ride the bike. Without this, no bike trip is complete. And if we take into account that the car will still be loaded with the things necessary for the trip, then the weight of the bike itself will play a very large role.
Strength. This does not mean resistance to mechanical damage, but all the same luggage loaded onto the frame. The bike must carry it on itself for a long time and this should also be taken into account.
Spare parts availability. An important aspect. Even a first grader can adjust the height of the seat or steering wheel, but if something breaks that cannot be repaired with improvised means, it would be nice if even a small provincial town could find the necessary part.
Comfort. This primarily refers to the correct fit. It is necessary to take into account the windage, and maneuverability, and endurance of the muscles of the back and arms. It will be ugly when, after a couple of days, you fall out with lower back pain.
The presence of additional mounts. When choosing a suitable model in a specialized store, be sure to pay attention to the availability of these components. If the model does not have a trunk, then the luggage will have to be put in a backpack and hung on your back, and this is absolutely unacceptable for a cyclist going on a multi-day hike.

If at least one of these five requirements is not met, then no matter what famous brand the bike is, it will not be suitable for a long trip.

Varieties of touring bicycles

There are only four categories of bicycles that are more or less suitable for cycling tourism. They all have their own characteristics, which should be considered more carefully.

Mountain bike (MTB)

The most common option. Low rise, 26-inch wheel diameter, front shock, straight handlebars. All these characteristics indicate that this is primarily a mountain bike, which is also a good idea to travel along forest paths. On the highway, it also behaves well, but if the lion's share of paved roads in the route, you should opt for a faster model.

Niner

More recently, the designers have decided to improve the classic Mountain bike. The front fork was lengthened and the wheels were installed with a diameter of 29 inches. Some more changes were made, but they are invisible to non-specialists. It turned out to be Niner. The fit remained the same, the weight, albeit not much, but increased, the elongated fork, designed to soften the ride, actually takes up the energy of the hands very much. The car turned out to be heavy, bulky and not very convenient for transportation. True, due to the increase in the diameter of the wheels, the ride became smoother, but this is perhaps the only plus that does not at all make this model suitable for cycling.

Hybrid

But people who really know their business have worked on this type of bicycle for tourism. They were able to combine a mountain bike and a road bike, and it worked out pretty well. The front fork is short-travel, but you don't need more. Wheels with a diameter of 28 inches, but with wide tires. Rise slightly higher than a classic road bike. The result is a car that can drive well both in the mountains and on asphalt. This option is probably the best one.

The only thing I would like to draw your attention to is that the model you have chosen should not have a rigid fork. In this case, all the advantages of the Hybrid are instantly reduced to zero.

Another improved type of touring bike is very popular in Europe, where the roads are rumored to be much better than ours. This is a cross between a hybrid and a road bike, which makes it even more interesting than the previous look. Wheels with a diameter of 28 inches, a ram handlebar, rigid front fork. It is possible to install wider tires and all kinds of luggage holders. It would seem that it should lose to the hybrid, but, according to the reviews of experienced cyclists, it is much easier to control the cyclocrossing and on uneven tracks it showed itself from a very good side.

So which bike is the best for hiking? The question is fair and is of interest to many. And the answer is both simple and complex at the same time. Simple in the sense that you need to choose your own car for each type of route. The difficulty is that this choice will be correct only when you yourself try to travel and compare, or at least consult with more experienced travelers.

Rating of bicycles for tourism

It will not be possible to cover all models of bicycles in this article, therefore we will give the most famous and popular ones.

Surly long haul trucker

According to experienced cyclists who have traveled thousands of kilometers on a variety of roads, this model is almost ideal for this type of outdoor activity. There are nine frame sizes and two wheel sizes available: 26 and 29 inches. The steel case ensures durability of the model. There are several rack mounting configurations available. The bike is very reliable, it rarely requires repairs to make you worry once again on long journeys. Preparing a bike of this model for a hike does not require any special knowledge and actions.

Trek 520

A classic touring bike with a steel frame. The landing is a bit low, but you quickly get used to it and after a few kilometers you feel very comfortable. It also allows for much better balance when fully loaded. The SHIMANO transmission is a quality, time-tested mechanism. The gear changes quickly and effortlessly. The trunk is immediately included in the package. The car is reliable, durable, but to buy this particular model you will have to spend financially.

Another fairly high-quality version of a touring bike on a steel frame. Withstands a very heavy load. We can say that it is equipped with a unique 30-speed transmission, which has very low gears, which greatly facilitates the ascent even on steep slopes. There is a possibility of installing fenders and a trunk. The components are not of the best quality, but they are good enough to make it a plus at a fairly affordable price.

Novara Randonee Steel Frame Bike

Fuji

Quite a budget touring bike. At the same time, a SHIMANO transmission is installed on it, which speaks for itself. The frame is steel; when fully loaded, the machine behaves very obediently and maneuverable. The trunk is included in the package. It remains only to prepare for a long journey and boldly hit the road.

Another not very expensive touring bike with a steel frame and a quality SHIMANO drivetrain. For those who argue that the cheaper the product, the less it will last, this machine can serve as a good example of the incorrectness of this opinion. For those who are just starting to spin their wheels on an exciting cycling journey, Novara Safari can be a wonderful first step in this direction. The only negative, which is noted, but not blamed, is quite heavy weight bike.

Novara Safari is a relatively inexpensive but quality bike

There are a great many models of bicycles for tourist trips, day trips or long trips. There is no point in talking about all of them. Not everyone can afford a car with a titanium frame, which is both lightweight and durable, but increases the cost significantly. Not everyone dares to go straight to the challenging mountain route, which requires a bike of special quality. We have listed five models that can be purchased in almost any specialty store and which will become for you not only a way to travel, but also an everyday vehicle.

Preparing your bike for the hike

The bike itself is quite simple to prepare even for a long trip. Inspect all units and mechanisms, where you need to lubricate, where you need to wipe. But in order to ensure its high-quality work on a long hike, you will definitely need some tools and accessories.

Hexagon set.
Forcing the chain.
Pliers and wire cutters. Better as a multi-tool.
Crank wrench.
Bicycle Pump.
Cycling first aid kit.
A pair of spare cameras.
Spare cables. One for brakes, one for derailleurs.
Full oiler.
Two sets of brake pads.

Without this set, it is simply impossible to go on a journey. Otherwise, you can become a porter for the mechanism that was supposed to carry you.

The rest of the preparation does not apply to the bike itself. It includes the assembly of the backpack, the selection of products, and so on. This also must be taken with full responsibility, otherwise you simply will not be able to admire the beauties of nature, difficult mountain passes, forcing streams and small rivulets and other delights cycling tourism.

In general, you can travel on any and even the cheapest bike, but then it will break more often, cause discomfort and ride on it will be disappointing.

Depending on which terrain you are interested in traveling, you should choose the appropriate bike.

Bicycles that are suitable for travel

Touring bike(touring bike) is a bike specially designed for long road travel. They are reliable and ideal for transporting goods. Compared to sport bikes, the touring bike frame is longer and has a lower center of gravity - this gives more stability when loaded, but reduces maneuverability. The frames of good touring bicycles are made of alloyed chromium-molybdenum steel, due to this, the frame is rigid, strong, durable, with good roll. The wide gear range makes it easy to climb steep grades. It is possible to install racks - rear and front.

Awol Deluxe (2014)

There are varieties of touring bikes. Some are more suitable for driving on asphalt - they have smooth tires, rim brakes. Others have the ability to ride on dirt roads - these bicycles have more wheel clearance, which allows you to install wider tires and increase cross-country ability, disc brakes.

Hybrid(hybrid bike) - such a bike combines the features of a mountain bike and a road bike. From the mountain, it has a similar frame geometry, attachments (transmission, gear shifters, brakes) - this allows you to overcome difficult terrain, from the road - narrower tires and 28-inch wheels, no suspension fork, or an entry-level fork. The frame of a hybrid is most often made of aluminum alloy, rigid and maneuverable. It is possible to install a rear rack. You can go on a trip in a hybrid, but in my opinion, it is not as comfortable for a long ride and not as stable on the road as a tourist one. Ideal for city driving and light rough terrain such as daily commuting.

I had a Bergamont Horizon 6.2 Gent hybrid bike (2012) and had to upgrade it for travel. I swapped out the suspension fork for a rigid one, installed a butterfly steering wheel and a front rack.

Bergamont Horizon 6.2 Gent (2012)

Cube Nature (2012)

Mountain bike(mountain bike) - a bike designed for riding and racing on rough terrain. The frame of the mountain bike is strong, rigid, sporty geometry - short, with high ground clearance. This bike is characterized by the presence of a shock absorber, and in some cases, a rear suspension, which allows you to maintain grip and handling on uneven surfaces. The brakes are usually hydraulic disc brakes. The transmission has a wide range of gears. The attachments of a high-quality mountain bike are distinguished by their increased reliability and performance in a dirty state. On a mountain bike, you can go hiking in forests with difficult trails, in hilly terrain, for example, in Meshchersky National Park or Crimea. On paved roads, this bike is significantly inferior in efficiency to a hybrid and a touring bike, but a mountain bike can be turned into a hybrid if smooth tires are installed.

Fat bike(fat bike) - a bike with wide low pressure tires for off-road riding. Unlike mountain bikes, fet bikes do not have a shock absorbing suspension, because the thick wheels cushion the impact by themselves. There are varieties of fet-bikes for tourism - the geometry of their frame is elongated, contributes to a more comfortable fit, it is possible to install luggage racks - front and rear. These bicycles are ideal for traveling in the wild - on loose soil, snow, stones. The lack of roads is not an obstacle for them.

Folding bicycle(folding bike) - a bicycle with a folding frame. Usually such a bike is associated with a bike for the city and short walks, however there are special tourist versions of folding bicycles. They have small wheels, mountain bike attachments, and front and rear racks. Landing - comfortable for long trips. The bike is very convenient for transportation, so it is suitable for those who do not want to ride a bike all the way and plan to often use public transport, trains and planes.

Folding bicycle

What to look for when choosing a touring bike

Frame- the main thing to look for when choosing any bike. A touring frame should be with an elongated geometry and a comfortable fit, rigid, durable, and made of quality material, while being relatively lightweight. These frames have holes for attaching roof racks and mud flaps (fenders). The fork is non-shock absorbing because it is simple, lightweight, maintenance-free, allows for front rack mounting and provides better roll-off.

Wheels for a touring bike, you need to choose increased strength with double pistonized rims with 32 spokes and high-quality hubs with good protection against dirt getting inside.

Double piston
rim

Tires for tourism must be highly resistant to wear and tear. In most cases, touring road tires with a width of 32 - 38 mm, with a smooth tread and drainage grooves, or hybrid (smooth in the middle with hooks on the sides) are suitable. On smooth touring tires, I drove without problems both on asphalt and on rolled soil.

Mud shields (fenders) must be selected according to the width of the tires. In order for them to protect well from splashes, the distance from the wings to the tire should be no more than 3 cm. On the shields, especially on front wheel It is good to have wide rubber mudguards - they will protect the shoes and the front sprocket system from splashing from under the wheels.

Brakes must be powerful and reliable. In my opinion, mechanical disc brakes are best for touring, but traditional rim brakes are fine too. The main thing is that they are good quality... Each option has its own advantages.

Mechanical disc brakes are simple in design and field repairable, do not wear on rims and perform better in bad weather. The disadvantages are that you can bend the disc during transportation, but it is difficult to straighten it. Pads for such brakes are more difficult to find in small towns.

Rim brakes are easy to service and can be found at any bike shop. The main disadvantage is the quick wear of the pads, especially in bad weather, over time this wears out the rim too.

Transmission touring bikes must have a wide gear range and withstand long-term use. Usually there are 3 stars on the front system, and a mountain cassette in the back. The main thing is not the number of gears, but the difference in gear ratio between the minimum and maximum sprocket. In tourism, unlike cycling, there is no need to set speed records, so there is no need to install expensive lightweight equipment. There will be enough mid-range components - in terms of reliability and wear rate, they are not inferior to professional ones, but much cheaper.

Trunk Is a very important part of a touring bike. A high-quality roof rack is designed in such a way that its struts evenly transfer the load to the attachment points. Must not be weak points- they will break under load. The most popular roof racks are made of aluminum and steel alloys. All other things being equal, steel racks will be more durable than aluminum, but steel racks are more heavy.

Saddle you need to choose according to your physical data, namely, the width of the pelvis, because the main weight of our body while riding falls on the ischial bones. If the saddle is too narrow, the ischial bones will not fit into the saddle, then the weight will be on soft tissue, and if it is too wide, it will rub the inner thighs. Women's saddles are wider and shorter than men's saddles, and some have a cutout in the center to reduce pressure on soft tissue.

The selection also takes into account the softness and hardness of the saddle. The soft saddle is most often chosen by beginners. At first glance, it seems that it is more comfortable, but with prolonged driving it causes swelling of the soft tissues of the pelvis and rubs the inner thighs. Very hard saddle - choice professional athletes, who constantly stand up during training, so their weight mainly falls not on the saddle, but on the legs and arms.

For tourism, in my opinion, a resilient saddle works best. Not soft, but not hard either. These are leather and rubber saddles. The leather saddle will be pressed over time, taking the shape of the pelvis, but it requires constant maintenance and loses its shape from water. Due to its elasticity, the rubber saddle absorbs vibrations well, does not require maintenance and is not afraid of water.

I hope you find this information useful. Write in the comments if you have any questions and share your experience on choosing a touring bike!

You cannot consider yourself a real cyclist until you go to. One-day and multi-day cycling trips or even just cycling on the weekend have many advantages over other outdoor activities. Neither a car nor a bus tour will give you such vivid impressions as from. It will allow you to take a fresh look at something that you have never noticed when traveling by car. You will not regret choosing a bike and you will have a lot of amazing experiences. Only on a bicycle will you feel real freedom - you ride whenever and wherever you want. This is the most The best way truly relax and unwind.

Before you go on a multi-day cycling hike, you need to be sure that. Not on every bike you can ride with more than one hundred kilometers without breakdowns and with comfort, which primarily depends on. There is nothing worse than constantly feeling pain because the bike is not designed to be ridden all day long. For a hike, you need to buy a tourist bike that would provide an almost vertical fit and have a special tourist geometry.

If you go on a long hike, then you probably want your bike to break down as little as possible, and in the event of a breakdown, it can be easily repaired. Also, a touring bike should have a simple design, not contain expensive components and have a frame that could be easily repaired almost anywhere. It meets these requirements best of all.

This list has selected the very best bicycles for tourism due to their versatility, ability to withstand miles of travel with complete set tourist equipment and which do not require frequent. All, without exception, allow the installation of and. This ranking includes models in a wide variety of price ranges, from the very best touring bikes to more affordable options. Unlike other types of bicycles, tourism bikes do not differ much in price.

As is the case with any other bike, before buying a touring bike, be sure to customize and test it. If you are wrong about the size of your touring bike, it will no longer matter how good the bike is as a whole.

The first place in this rating was taken by the Surly company with its workhorse- the time-tested Long Haul Trucker. As the name suggests, you can easily drive around half the country without any problems. Surly touring bikes are capable of traveling thousands of kilometers with a full set of equipment. Indeed, the best tourist bike is the one on which you can make any trip without breakdowns and comfortably - whether it be within a city, a country or around the world. The Surly is available in nine frame sizes and two wheel sizes - 26 "and 700cc. There are two pairs of mounting holes on the forks and multiple holes for mounting a rack. You won't ever have a problem with this dependable bike, but when you're away from home, it's nice to know that a steel frame is much easier to repair than any other material, and the quality components and durability of this bike will give you the confidence to go on long hikes.

Rating: 5/5.

The Trek 520 is a classic steel touring bike. Like most bikes designed for touring, it has a low profile which makes it lighter, especially when fully loaded. The Trek 520 comes bundled with it, so all you have to do is load it up and hit the road. Thanks to the quality Shimano drivetrain, gear changes are quick and precise, which is especially important on long journeys. Trek has developed this bike over the years and rightfully deserves the title of one of the most comfortable touring bikes. Although this is one of the most expensive bicycles in the rating, but if you have enough funds to buy it, then it will not disappoint you.

Rating: 4.75 / 5.

Novara Randonee tourism bike.

The Randonee is another great steel frame touring bike. The 30-speed transmission has some very low gears that make it a lot easier. On a multi-day hike with this bike, it offers the same level of comfort as a regular bike. The robust steel frame is very robust and can withstand significant loads. Considering the price of Novara Randonee and the components, it is quite High Quality although not the best, it is a very good choice. The bike can be fitted with a rack and fenders. Also this great option for city trips or short weekend rides with friends.

Rating: 4.5 / 5.

Designed for the budget conscious cyclist looking to buy a good touring bike at an affordable price. When riding a fully loaded bike, the superior performance of the steel frame is evident, which is reliable and durable. The Fuji touring bike is equipped with mid-range Shimano components to provide a reliable ride, which is essential on long rides. You don't have to spend your money on buying a rear rack, as it comes with your bike. Load up your luggage and go hiking!

Rating: 4.25 / 5.

In terms of price-quality ratio, Novara Safari is close to Randonee, although somewhat heavier than it and other models from this rating. Since it is also equipped with a steel frame, you should love its robustness and smoothness. Safari is equipped with a variety of hand positions, which is very important on long journeys. Installed quality Shimano components not very high level but still reliable enough to be great for an inexpensive touring bike. For a beginner, the Novara Safari could be a good first touring bike.

Imagine climbing a hill all day - or longer - on the same bike that you ride in the neighborhood on Sundays and commute to work every day. This is the appeal of touring bikes. You just need to pick up speed - and a tourist bike (in the common people "touring") will fulfill any of your whims, for which a bike is possible in principle.

4 types of rides a touring bike is suitable for:

Tourism

This is understandable, because this is the key word in its name. It is worth saying, though, that if you want to ride every day and even go out overnight at the campground, the touring bike is the best and most traditional bike for this purpose.

On a traditional tour, you would need a certain amount of comfort items to change into something suitable for the weather or to go to a cafe during your trip, as well as a tent and other camping gear.

Touring bike handles and frames are designed for full load. You can attach baskets and racks to your racing bike, but you will almost certainly only make things worse. the backpack will hang too much over rear wheel and the frame can bend under weight. Elongated rear part a touring bike avoids this.

Bridging the distance

It does not rain as often as you think when traveling, however, you may experience inconvenience on a wet road, even when it is not raining.but the advantage of a touring bike is that it has mudguards and fenders thatwell protect from splashes flying from under the wheels.

WITH a tricky question is how to carry things more conveniently, and if you do not like to carry a 20-kilogram backpack on your shoulders, then you need baskets. In a touring bike, the feathers are specially lengthened and you will not bang your heels against things and backpacks on your trunk, and the bike will not wag too much from side to side.

Shopping

Do you want to buy a supply of food for a few days? It is rather inconvenient to cope with one backpack. Would fit cargo bike, but where to store it in a tiny city apartment? And again a tourist bike can come to the rescue if a special backpack or, as cyclists call it, "pants", is attached to its trunk. This backpack will be able to hold weekly supplies for one or supplies for a couple of days for a family. You can opt out of shopping in megamarkets, but new opportunities open up for buying fresh fruits and vegetables in the market.

Everyday travel

The touring bike has a number of advantages over racing bicycles for local use, although it is slightly slower on level roads and uphill gradients.

For beginners, even the very fact of driving and enjoying the surrounding landscapes while driving is a joy. In the next step, there is a new sense of pleasure in driving on wider wheels with low pressure than on racing bikes and the convenience of touring bike mudguards, especially if you've had to get wet to the skin before.

Throw in some essentials in the basket and you can have a picnic in a quiet secluded place instead of paying extra for lunch in a cafe.

What is a touring bike?

So what are the details that shape the performance and versatility of a touring bike? Let's consider.

Load bearing capacity

Many characteristics of a touring bike mean that it can carry a lot of luggage. This means that any touring bike will have at least a rear rack, but it is better to have a front rack as well.

Body position while riding

A touring bike usually has a sitting position that is more upright than most road bike because tourist trips involve more sightseeing, enjoying the surrounding landscapes and smells of flowers, rather than winding kilometers at high speed. So you can go around the city. Sitting upright and at the same time keeping your hands on the brake means that at any time you can see if the driver of the car does something stupid and react in time.

Due to the fact that you will be sitting more upright, a wider seating position may be necessary. load on the rear is higher. This is why Brooks leather seats are popular with tourists: they are wide and of good quality.

Touring bike frames can be of any material. Titanium is revered by touring cyclists for its strength and durability. Inexpensive touring bikes have aluminum frames that are rigid enough to load the luggage. And you can also find steel frames quite often.

Whatever material the frame is made from, it will be more robust than racing bikes because strength and durability are more important than weight.

Geometrically, the touring bike frame has a shorter top tube for a more upright stance, a shallower angle for stable steering and longer stays. The latter allow you to move the rack mounts further away from the cyclist's heels.

A touring bike has many attachment points for accessories. Fenders and roof racks are a must, and there is often room under the downtube for another bottle of water.

Tires

If you are looking for a full load and a comfortable ride, then wide tires are the best option for a touring bike. The minimum that you will find is 32 mm, but the new generation also produces 45 mm for driving on muddy roads.

To drive on poor quality roads, tires must have a deep tread pattern. The system of protection against punctures in the form of special gels pumped into the chamber or under the tire will also not interfere.

Brakes

A touring bike always has either cantilever or disc brakes. Caliper brakes are almost never used, because they do not have the necessary girth for wide tires and fenders.

Disc brakes are becoming more and more common because the opportunities available to manufacturers are expanding. They are definitely suitable for touring bikes because they are separate from the rims, so the braking force is stronger and the rim will last longer.

Touring wheels

Forget weight, touring bike wheels need to be strong. A large number of spokes (36 per wheel) as well as wide rims have become standard. Many users of these bicycles come to the conclusion that they buy wheels assembled to their order.

The trend towards wider rims over the past couple of years has improved the features for touring cyclists - the wheels are getting stronger and stiffer.

Transmission mechanism

Touring bike gear: Combination of mountain bike rear derailleur and hybrid chain system.
When carrying a large amount of luggage, you need to go in a low gear. On touring, a low gear is usually 1: 1, and some also use a triple star system.

Touring bikes often have mountain bike parts and hybrids to use as many gears as touring bikes need. Transmission systems can be from 48/38/28 triple chainrings and 11-36 wide rear cassettes.