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Originally Posted by m_yates

Raleigh Sojourn.

They listened to complaints I guess and the 2011 model has 36h hubs. Comes with racks and fenders.

That one is on the list. I don't care if it comes outfitted with racks and fenders as long as there are mount points. I forgot to put 36h as a requirement, but I suspect whatever wheels come on the bike will work fine for commuting. When I actually get ready to do a heavy tour, I could upgrade the wheels.

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Originally Posted by CCrew

None of which qualify when he spec'd disc brakes.

I'd look at something like a Soma Doublecross DC frame and build it up to suit.
http://www.somafab.com/dcdc.html

Or the Salsa Vaya
http://salsacycles.com/bikes/vaya/

The Vaya I noticed earlier. Looks nice.

What would it cost to build out a Soma Doublecross DC? I'm afraid to build a bike from scratch. I know I could do it and end up with a better bike, but my buddy just finished a custom 29er single speed MTB and it cost him a lot more than I want to spend. Also, I'm not as familiar with all the component models to know what would fit on what. I would have to spend many many hours studying specs. While loads of fun, I'd rather get a bike ready to go.

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