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I've never liked how any of my bikes except touring bikes handle with a touring load exclusively in the back
Same, even with "just" a commuting load on the back of my old Cross Check there was way too much sway when out of the saddle and the front end felt too light for my liking.
@vthejk preach. The older I get, the more open-minded I am about stuff. I wonder if there's an inflection point somewhere down the line!
Browndonneur
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All kinds of swings and roundabouts but I've never liked how any of my bikes except touring bikes handle with a touring load exclusively in the back. Most rear racks don't actually get the weight that low either, certainly not compared to front racks.
All horses for courses depending on your bike, your load, your terrain, what gear guy can borrow and your preference.
In the end unless you're getting paid for your performance the most important factor is do you like it or not.