I'm going to buck the trend and state the I would be reluctant to use my Super Course as a tourer. The reason for this is tire clearance in the rear. Perhaps the geometry on the pre 1977 models is a little bit different, but I would want wider tires on a tourer than what my 1978 allows. I run with Bluemels TDF shorties with the original 1-1/8" 700c tires, and there's precious little clearance there now.
edit <I'd pick an International over a Competition, due to the more relaxed geometry.>
I would give it a nod as a commuter though - as long as the roads you're riding on won't abuse the skinny tires.
My suggestions? How about a U-08? They came with larger tires, all the necessary mounting points, and if you pick one from late '70's onward, English threading. Also, a Miyata 21x, 61x or 1000, just about any Nishiki, or Panasonic that came with wider tires and mounting points would make a decent choice. U-08's and Nishikis can be had quite easily and relatively inexpensively.
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Last edited by USAZorro; 05-10-06 at 09:59 AM.