I cannot begin to tell you how much joy it brings me to see RH Clark planning on doing the trip. I know him from the 24hourcampfire shooting and hunting forum. It seems like not too long ago he posted there asking advice on bikes so that he could launch his weight loss journey.
What an incredible health accomplishment you have made brother!
I really think you should read a book called The Art Of Cycling. You don't have a lot of experience on the road. The book provides solid advice for mingling with traffic.
https://www.amazon.com/Art-Cycling-B.../dp/0762743166
The Troll has comparatively short chainstays for touring. The Ogre has longer chainstays that are more common on dedicated touring bikes. I like the idea of mechanical disc brakes as well.