Stuart's Bike I wanted to use something a bit more sturdier than a full carbon road bike as the roads may not be the best and we will also be carrying all our clothing and belongings for the full duration. I already had a full carbon Specialized hybrid bike with a Shimano 105 group set & hydraulic disc brakes which I didn't use too much, but I actually wanted to do the trip on something with drop handle bars. Looking around on the internet I purchase some Specialized drop bars off Ebay & some STI hydraulic shifters from Evans Cycles and Bounce MTB in Preston converted it for me along with upgrading the wheels. With the more upright geometry due to it really being an hybrid, and 32mm wide tyres which will give a smoother ride I think it should make a decent touring bike - We will see. Bike after conversion Bike before conversion Further upgrades I carried out was fitting new mudguards as there is no doubt it will rain during riding and there is nothi...