Replying to Is bike touring core?

Due to a substantial lack of snow during the summer, i turn to biking, as all of us skiers do.

Mountain biking is cool and all, but i found myself more so enjoying a 150km day ride through long roads, eventually reaching a campsite, waking up at 5 and doing the same thing the next day. I started last summer, and i expect this summer to be as cool. NOTE: i actually dont tour on my skis in the winter. looks to be too much $$. Also i live on the east 🤘🏻

Just wanted to get peoples insight on that aspect of cycling. What attracts you guys most about MTB?