Originally Posted by
merlinextraligh
I have a phantom cross check which I raced cross on. It’s a true cross bike, I.e. built for 32mm tire clearance, relatively quick geometry, top routed cables. It’s mean for cyclocross not gravel, not touring.
it’s a different bike from a Surly Cross check which is not a cyclocross bike in the UCI sense. I’ve raced gravel, and toured with the phantom, but it’s not the ideal touring platform
I could see what you mean. But I've already got an elevated riser stem and a front and rear rack I managed to retrofit. Figure I put it to use and see how it does before I blow money on an actual touring platform. If it isn't my bicycle activity blowing through my funds, it's range toys and range time!!