I'm pretty much down to this (ToughRoad SLR 2) vs Sirrus (probably Sport, Elite or Comp Disc) for my first hybrid bike. I've ridden the Sirrus models and love them, but my local Giant LBS still hasn't stocked the ToughRoad yet so haven't been able to compare. I don't plan on buying until winter/spring since I can't really start riding until then anyway, so should have time. I'll be curious if anyone has direct experience with both bikes to speak up.