Do I need a new bike??

[ade]

Cheers again, Hairy. OK, so that's it, decision made: the Wrath's staying and I'm not getting a hybrid. Cheers pal. Lordy, I've lost count of the back-pedals I've made in the last few days...

 

[HJ]

Touring bikes are designed for load lugging, so the wheels have to be strong, so tow paths are no problem, and you don't need to go all the way to NZ to find good touring, just see the Touring and Expedition forum...