Personally I've always liked the look of the Koga's, and there are advantages such as availability of tyres etc. when going with 26" wheel.
It's not that hard to find a good touring frame and work from there. And used MTB (go LX!) components make great touring stuff, and are not that costly.
I've just built up a cheap CycloX frame for winter commuting, transporting the nipas, and as a potiental light tourer. I used a MTB Deore gruppo that I had, its not lightweight stuff but its very strong (has already survived a couple winters). I find the gearing to be spot-on for load carrying but will definitely fit a front rack before loading it fully again (poor front wheel traction).
Personally I've always liked the look of the Koga's, and there are advantages such as availability of tyres etc. when going with 26" wheel.
I've just built up a cheap CycloX frame for winter commuting, transporting the nipas, and as a potiental light tourer. I used a MTB Deore gruppo that I had, its not lightweight stuff but its very strong (has already survived a couple winters). I find the gearing to be spot-on for load carrying but will definitely fit a front rack before loading it fully again (poor front wheel traction).
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