I don't think he was referring to you.

There's just something about the any road that doesn't feel right to me. But I don't have a chance to test one. One LBS guy said they had to use specific fenders as well.

I did some comparing of geometries on several CX bikes and it looks like the Crossrip has a longer chainstay than most others 43.5cm) which would be good with my big feet and panniers.