Originally Posted by
flipped4bikes
I own the Tricross Comp v 1.0 (2006) with 105/FSA Gossamer double and I love it. I recommend it because like other 'cross bikes you can fit fat tires AND fenders on it. Incredibly smooth on the road and can take it onto dirt, mud and rough roads and double track.
I own 2008 Tricross Comp and agree with all of the above. Buuuuuutttt.... Tricross of today is different animal from what you and I own. What we ride has migrated to Crux Expert:
http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bik...ruxexpertforce - frame material, wheels, hubs, carbon seatpost, Gossamer crankset, etc. And even Crux does not have carbon seatstays. At this kind of coin it's a shame.