If the levers didn't get me laughed out, I have a feeling adding the rack, reflective bits and my riding outfits would.

It seems like it will fit in very close to the bike I was thinking to build: About 1/3 of the way to a touring bike from a typical road bike, both in terms of geometry/aggressiveness and practicality.

I already have a heavy hauler or 2 and would like something capable of more speed. A full road/race bike is near useless for me though, it needs to be able to haul more than butt.

Classy bike BTW.