Ok, an update on the Surly LHT. The guy replied back saying it's been used "Around town. The katy trail. The parts were chosen as a trouble free bombproof build. Dura Ace 105 xt brooks etc.....I'd call it gentle use."
Think it would be worth dropping 900 for a ready to go LHT?
also, found this:
I'm kinda wanting a recumbent, so should I jump on this deal for a good touring machine?
"Recumbent: Bacchetta Giro 20, 27 Speed Bicycle. Carbon shell open foam seat with Bacchetta backpack. S Ram X-7 shifters, Bacchetta kickstand, Blackburn Quad-lite & Cateye Computer mounted on bottom bracket post. Loud electric horn, rear carrier, multi-function tail light, mirror and bottle holder.
This bike is brand new and in mint condition. Bike and accessories cost over $2000.00 and will sell everything for $1000.00 FIRM."