Looked at the travelers check. That only comes in sizes to accommodate 700 wheels. I'm a 26" kind of girl. I deliberated over the Schwinn or the surly. I built my surly exactly the way I wanted it. Have disc brake and generator hub in front. It fits me. to have it retro-coupled is no big deal. I like the idea of being a part of the process of getting what I want..
I am an upholsterer, so I can sew my own bag easily...I have plenty of cordura handy.
I think I am going to pull the trigger and get er done...