The best touring bikes are designed to handle heavy loads for comfortable long-distance riding, but they’re also a robust, reliable option for everyday use.
While touring bikes may feel a little old-school in an era with bikepacking being the trendy fast and light way to ride far, either on one of the best endurance bikes or the best gravel bikes. Although the range of models has narrowed in recent years, touring bikes still offer a great way to see the world.
Quick list: Best touring bikes
1. Genesis Tour de Fer 30
This Genesis touring bike option comes fully loaded, with front and rear racks, lights and a bottle cage, while its 35mm wide tyres give a comfortable ride. There’s a Shimano Tiagra triple chainset, which gives a total of thirty gear ratios, which head below 1:1 for loaded climbing.
Another steel-framed tourer with many of the extras you’ll need already there. The Kona Sutra has a high ride position and is equipped with a Brooks leather saddle for a retro touring vibe, although the disc brakes and wide gear range keep it up to date.
Another long-haul steel model, the Disc Trucker has a very upright ride position thanks to its riser stem and yet more rise to its bars. A triple chainset that goes as low as a 26x34t ratio helps with long rides over steep roads.
With 42mm WTB Resolute tyres, the Marin Four Corners is a bike that can handle poor road conditions. The steel frame and fork are robust, while the triple chainset, nine-speed gearing and mechanical disc brakes should prove reliable.
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