Originally Posted by
digibud
Do you ride a full carbon fiber bike? If not you owe it to yourself to try one. It may give you the comfort and smoothness you want. Throw on some 28c tires and it can be a very smooth thing.
I have a Ti road bike. It's "comfortable", smooth, fast, handles like a dream, etc. I love it. Love the STI controls. Love the efficiency. Totally in love with its looks.
I think I love this bike too much!
I am looking for a 2nd bike to supplement my Ti road bike. But I want one that can be more rugged without being saddled with mountain bike tires, suspension, weight, etc. I also want the similar controls to my road bike and the multiple position of the "Rams Horn" handlebar.
So yeah--CX bike or Touring bike. I do think the Touring bike (light touring) would be better for longer term ownership because it can do more things better (become a dedicated tourer if I so desire and/or a dedicated commuter with fenders).