This might be sudden, but I always had absolute confidence in my "eyesight."
However, as the years went by, my vision declined, and before I knew it,
my vision dropped to 0.4 in both eyes...
So, I recently made my debut as a glasses-wearer.
JUS here.
Glasses are pretty nice, aren't they?
I feel a bit smarter already. So, I’m going to try being a little more intellectual today.
The famous mathematician Albert Einstein once said:
"In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity."
It’s one of my favorite quotes.
It means, "There is opportunity in the midst of difficulty."
The bike I’d like to introduce today is one that I believe can turn difficulties into opportunities.
KONA/SUTRA ¥167,000 (excl. tax)
The 2016 Sutra model has been revised from the frame geometry up, increasing comfort for long-distance riding.
It’s by no means a light bike, but it’s designed with the strength to endure the challenge of carrying plenty of luggage over long distances.
Naturally, it comes equipped with front and rear fenders, as well as a rear rack right from the start.
It’s designed so your heels won't hit, even when you’ve loaded up large pannier bags.
For the brake levers, it comes standard with the TRP RRL ALLOY, which I personally love.
You might think Shimano performs well but looks a bit clunky, or that Campagnolo is easier to grip but... well.
Don't worry about any of that; just try grabbing these TRP levers and you'll immediately understand how comfortable they are. They are designed to be easy to grip, even for those with smaller hands.
The disc brakes provide consistent stopping power in any weather or road condition, outperforming rim brakes and maintaining high braking performance even when heavily loaded.
It uses bar-end shifters, which make for easy replacement in the unlikely event of a cable issue.
And speaking of touring saddles, this is the one!
Believe it or not, it comes equipped with a BROOKS B17 right out of the box. It’s truly the "King of Leather Saddles," becoming a better fit the more you use it.
Travel might be easier if you just used a car, train, or airplane.
But why not set out on a journey using a bicycle, packed only with the bare essentials?
A journey isn't defined by the number of days or the distance traveled, but by the challenge of trying something new.
Your first time camping in a tent.
Your first time cooking outdoors.
Brewing a cup of coffee at a local park.
These are all fine journeys and adventures in their own right.
To borrow Einstein's words,
perhaps there is an "opportunity to grow" within the difficulties of a journey.
Why not take this Sutra and start a journey to find that opportunity?