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Consider brooks saddle, definitely make sure you have either low enough gearing for the hills or wide enough range; 44t 6 speed is popular.
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Lovely, thanks - you're right, the stock saddle is a bit of a killer. Will keep an eye out for a cheapish BWR rear wheel on eBay for the 6 speed then, but for now might just stick a 36 or 38T on the front as a cheap stopgap.
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I second this.
Brooks, 44t and more (not less) gears. Regarding Ergon grips (GP1), it goes without saying to make sure they're angled suitably for your wrist. Learnt this the harder way after back to back days of many Brompton miles.
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infmz
Alright, so touring on a Brompton: any experience to share?
I've got my (lightly modified) A Line, to which I've added a rear rack/mudguards and T Bag on the front. That's the luggage side of things sorted, but gearing and comfort are my remaining concerns. I've already switched out to wider bars with Ergon grips, but may go a bit more upright.
3 speed to 6 speed - is it worth it? The bike is altogether running rough after a year of all conditions commuting, so very open to overhauling it.