Originally Posted by
Northwestrider
I've a Bacchetta Strada, it's a good bike. I've made my bars so that they are fixed. I prefer them that way. If you want a smoother ride, have you considered the Giro? If your a casual rider, it may be worth a second look. Going for slightly fatter tires I don't think will smooth out your ride all that much. The ride of a Strada is quite comfortable as it is for me in any case.
Did you have to change the fork? I called Bacchetta and they said I'd have to change the fork to put the Corsa stem / neck on there.