Interesting timing... This is a question I've been pondering over the past couple of weeks also. I'm trying to pick a commuter bike that could do some touring also. I currently own two CF road bikes, one of which (Trek Pilot) I've commuted on a couple of times, but the bike is definately not made for the condition of our terribly bumpy and pot-holed city streets. My commute here in Honolulu is about 6 miles one way, through the most conjested part of the city.
The reason I keep coming back to the LHT is that I'd like to take the bike to the other islands for some light touring. The islands are pretty small, so the tours wouldn't last more than a couple of days - maybe a week at the most.
Also, for those in the know - a question on sizing of the CrossCheck and LHT. I'm exactly 6'0" and currently ride a 55cm Look 585 and a 58cm Trek Pilot. It seems that I would be deciding between a 56 and 58 Surly. Any advise here?