Hi randomgear,
This is the spec sheet for the bike I'm getting:
http://www.motobecane.com/cross/fcxp.html#geo
What would I be looking at to determine if studded tires will fit?
I know I can attach a rear rack, and the site says I can attach fenders (I've also seen earlier models all decked out).
I live in Ontario, Canada. So I definitely will be dealing with snow, ice, etc.
As I mentioned though, I'll be using this for fitness for the moment, and not to commute. I think I can wait till next year for a lot of things, such as the back rack, and studded tires, unless I really get into cycling and feel it necessary to ride in the blizzards too lol.