Originally Posted by
Spld cyclist
If you're looking at buying the complete bike, pay careful attention to the gearing and whether it will work for you. With the Cross Check, most would probably convert it from a double to a triple for touring, which one LBS told me would add $100 at least to the price.
This is true, But the LHT complete is about 150-200 more than the cross check complete, so this kinda makes up for that. Look at how many different set up options you have with the CC after you're done touring and back home planning you're next trip!