A possible solution might be to get the Giant ATX which does have 27.5x2.1" tires then switch them for Kenda Drumlin 2.2" tires. That one has V-brakes. And although there's a front suspension, I could always get large Massi bags for a rear AtranVelo rack and add an AtranVelo basket (that goes on top of the rack). So that along with my backpack I'd get enough groceries.
You know the thing I find most outrageous about the current situation? Roadies now have gravel bikes AND monster cross bicycles. And mountain bikers have a whole range of bikes capable of 2.4" tires. Hybrid bike riders seem to be the only ones to get 32mm tires with limited frame/fork clearance. Heck, even cruiser bike riders and BMXers can have their large tires and EVEN electric bike riders (lots to be seen there).
EDIT: And touring bikes as well. By the way, you can always answer the original question instead of my own personal needs. I should make videos though of the potholes in this city. It's rather farcical.
Last edited by hybridbkrdr; 08-15-20 at 05:44 AM.