Originally Posted by
due ruote
I like it a lot, although I should add that I don't have much experience with tourers so I can't compare. I don't tour; I am just using it as an all-rounder, mainly on pavement but occasionally gravel trails. I think it rides great with 32mm tires. Very smooth and predictable as one would expect. I have often heard it said that tourers really need a load to handle properly, but I have no sense of that. Whether that's because this bike is more akin to a sport tourer, or because I am not discerning, I can't say.
I've had a few: ca 1984 Fuji Touring Series V, similar era Fuji TS IV, and Miyata 610. All of these were boring to ride and are either already sold(TS IV and Miyata) or will be this summer(TS V). The Trek 720 seems faster and enjoyable. I liked it so much that I bought a Blue 620 over the winter to hopefully replace the remaining Fuji Touring Series V, but have not taken it out yet.
As for fully loaded touring, I have not done that yet. The 720 has mostly been used as a commuter, carrying my clothes, tools, and food.