I have a 2001 Coda that I would not hesitate to ride on a long fully loaded camping trip, and a 2012 Quest that I want to credit card trip this summer. The Coda is a tough, reliable ride- I added Cane Creek bar ends, Ergon grips, a Brooks saddle with Nitto seatpost, and a Topeak rack. Mudguards this fall to cover the gatorskins...