Originally Posted by
4SEVEN3
I think a touring frae would be perfect for what your wanting....Maybe one from Nashbar or Performance? Some decent wheels with the 28mm tires you like and build it up with 105 of some kind (dosent have to be new). You could get a decent starting point from pricepoint, then modify to your liking as $$ allows!
Good Luck!
This really appeals to me, but I guess this also highlights my main question, i.e. what should I shoot for if I need a bike like this to be particularly stable? Does bumping up tire width beyond 28mm make a big difference? Or should I be more worried about handlebar width, for example? Again, I'm not hell-bent on a road bike, but I'll gladly stick with one if I can get the ride good and stable with the right setup.