Originally Posted by Moose
The FCR4 would make a miserable touring frame!! No rear rack bosses, gearing is completely wrong and bad geometry (for touring). Also, it was noted by a mechanic I know that the derailer hanger is weak.
Better off using a Giant Rincon mountain bike ($330) and add trekking bars with grip shifters and road tires or semislicks.
It's got threaded holes for racks, a triple, and fairly relaxed road geometry, like the OCR. The rear derailleur is mountain, so get a cassette with a 32 cog if you need a lower gear, but I think the FCR is actually pretty good. The Giant Rincon is also an excellent idea, although I don't think I could tour on anything with suspension.