>>i did look into the royal, asked in a LBS about it. I was told it would do the job but >>that it is a tank and weighs a lot as it is just a lump of steel, no butting etc. If i >>remember correctly you should be able to find one for abit less, maybe 350. It >>would be nice to have 200 quid spare in the back pocket, but i think that bit extra >>got me a sweet pair of wheels. (i am now on a tight budget with gear though!)
yes I've got one and it is a tank, get the rear wheel checked over as I had two spokes go so not the greatest wheels.
good buy for 400, frame does not flex carrying heavy loads like my super galaxy so good point in favour of it there, but there again one should not be carrying heavy weights on tour anyway