Bike for African Trip
Currently in the planning stages of an African adventure in 2016 or 2017. I want to get an idea of what kind of bike I should be looking at. The route I have looked at taking includes all types of roads - paved, gravel, mud and dirt, etc. I would need something capable of everything. I have thought a KLR is probably the best bet. I have not ridden a KLR but have heard the seat height is high. I am 5'10, does anyone with a KLR know if I will be able to flat foot it or if I'll be right on the edge of being too short for it?
Also, anyone know of any common places to buy bikes or rent in South Africa or Ethiopia? Those are my starting and end points. Doesn't really matter which one I start in.
Thanks in advance.
|