My Cross Check:

1) Mavic Open Pro's (36 spoke)/Continental Top Touring tires (700x32)
2) XT Rear derrailleur/Ultegra front
3) XT Hubs f/r
4) Truvativ Elita Cyclocross crankset (39/48)/Shimano 9 spd cassette (11x34)
5) Easton seatpost/Surly collar
6) Shimano Bar Con shifters (9 spd)
7) Ritchey Stem
8) Cane Creek C2 headset
9) Dia Comp road brake levers/Avid Shorty cantilevers/Kool Stop pads
10) Sette drop bars
11) Nashbar saddle (with relief chanel)
12) Shimano 534 (?) clipless pedals

It's a bullet proof commuter and tourer at a reasonable price. I built it from the ground up, it's a rewarding experience and you'll know your bike intimately should you have failure.