Originally Posted by
Barrettscv
Tire size is a key consideration. Do you need or want tires larger than 700x25? 700x32?
Do you want fenders?
Any tire larger than 700x25 eliminates most road bikes with short reach caliper brakes.
Fenders are much easier to install with long reach caliper brakes or cantilever brakes.
That's why I mentioned running cantilevers to avoid the problems associated with tire size and fenders. I will most likely run 700x28.
I see you have a Soma Double Cross, that is one of the frame I am considering. How do you like it? Have a pic to share?