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VIGNETTES THE HIGHEST-END TOURING BIKES ARE THOSE THAT CAN BE COMPLETELY PERSONALIZED IN EVERY ASPECT OF THEIR COMPONENTS. HERE IS A SELECTION OF SOME OF THE FINEST RIDES: 1. HEART OF STEELE BICYCLES COTO DOÑANA TOUR // This bike features one of the shortest top tubes out there. That means it is great for someone with long legs and arms, but a short torso. $3,500, fully loaded. 2. JAMIS QUEST FEMME // This cycle's design is geared for women's physiques, but it maintains the agility of the regular Quest by Jamis, whose size-specifc tubing minimizes road vibration, maximizes pedal effciency, and provides exceptional handling potential. Additional details such as fenders and faps give this smooth ride an equally sleek look. $1,800. W Steely Ride TOP-OF-THE-LINE TOURING BIKES TAKE CUSTOMIZATION TO THE LIMIT BY John Boyanoski WHETHER ONE IS pedaling through Paris or traversing Tuscany, there is a certain romanticism about touring bikes. This sleek variety of impeccably made cycles is known as much for its comfort as for its style. Although the past two decades have been better for BMX recreation, touring bikes have enjoyed a resurgence of late. Hallmarks of this classic, upscale brand of bike include its weighty steel or titanium composition and an attention to detail concerning its customization. What sets a great touring bike apart from an average one, however, is the level of personalization available, explains Robin Bylenga, owner of Pedal Chic, a hip boutique bike shop that caters to savvy female cyclists. The other key to a top-shelf touring bike is in the details: the ability to add fenders and to store equipment, as well as customized brakes, speed-changing options, and seat styles. For more information, visit tempus-magazine.com. 26 Tempus-Magazine.com . Summer 2013 3. CO-MOTION PANGEA ROHLOFF // The Humvee of the touring bike world, this cycle has space for fat tires and fenders, as well as fttings for three bottles. It also features front and rear racks, while an internal gear hub means low maintenance while on the road. $5,500. 4. RIVENDELL ATLANTIS // A great bike for loaded tours and "bikepacking." The Atlantis features mounts on the front and back for storing equipment and has high performance abilities if an off-road adventure becomes part of the tour. $3,600.