32 on 26" would make strong wheels. Hard to see why one wouldn't go for 36 spokes. One of the nice things about that make is they offer some 40s and 48s. The deep Vs do have more of a girder effect and it does make for stiffer sections and stronger sections between the spokes. Tourists are still carrying extra spokes, aramid spokes, so the spoke problem hasn't disappeared, more spokes are still better. It depends on how close your touring mode is to just regular riding or whether it is more towards an expedition mode, and how well your wheels are built. Elite built wheels make a huge difference.