I have had two early Treks pass through my hands this year... a 610 and a 620 that were both too large for me but just right for a few of my friends who simply love them.
They are superbly built bicycles and if I ever come across one in my size it will definitely be put on the keep forever list.
The BL is the touring version of the Cyclone group and as such, is of very high quality and a great performing groupo.