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But its me
Pretty much anything Rivendell, but since I will not be able to afford one anytime soon (ever?), more realistic would be a Soma Saga frame that could slowly build up as the ultimate commuter/touring frame (I carry everything but the kitchen sink on my commute).
From someone who bought and sold both a Surly and a Soma in order to create a “ discount Riv”, I suggest buying the Riv or finding a used one (They don’t wear out!). I wasted 7 years and about $2000 buying, upgrading and selling those bikes before getting a used Hillborne for $1600. Wish I’d just bought a new one 7 years previously. Not only would I have spent just a little more money, I would have bought about the exact same model and enjoyed my cycling more during those 7 years. If you join the Rivendell Owners Bunch, people often sell Rivs to get different Rivs. Great people with lots of knowledge to share.
Just a suggestion.
john