Just a quick note of some touring bikes that were available from the 4 mfgrs Phil_gretz mentioned above.
Miyata 610 or 1000
Fuji America, or Touring Series III, IV, or V
Univega Gran Tourismo
Nishiki Touring
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Carbon: Fuji SL2.1 Di2.......Aluminum: Cannondale Synapse 105........Steel: Vintage Specialized Sirrus
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