Thanks.
I agree, from spectating, the popular bike is a road bike but they are traveling at15mph+. My rides are usually in the 12mph range. I LOVE to ride with a camera and will stop for taking pictures etc. Therefore, my avg drops to approx. 11mph. Another reason i would ride the trek is to use the panniers to carry a camera etc.
I think Im talking myself into riding the trek. I checked my logs and the furthest I have ridden the trek is 50 miles. Im not a total newb and have upgrades such as 'pin' pedals and 5-10 shoes (stiff soles). I not a fan of 'clipping in' and trying to 'flip' cages annoy me.
I guess I imagine myself riding the STP at my own pace and snapping pics as I go. The reality after 100 miles or so is probably very different
