Joined: Jul 2007
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From: South shore, L.I., NY
Bikes: Trek Emonda SL7, Cannondale Topstone, Miyata City Liner, Specialized Chisel, Specialized Epic Evo
Many manufacturers state that the sloping too tube stiffens the main triangle. That wouldn't be a bad thing on a touring bike as you dont want a squirmy bike. But there are many more design choices that can make a tourer have the correct stiffness and handling, it really just becomes an aesthetic choice,