would the Bianchi Castro Valley be good for touring?

[codencopple]

if it had more gears on front?

[philso]

if it had more gears up front, it would be ok for touring. you'll need a new crankset, a front derailleur, a new rear derailleur, and a longer chain.

after making those changes, you'll end up with the volpe. the frames are the same. buying the volpe and adding some fenders and a headlamp is way easier and cheaper.

[codencopple]

thank you. i decided i'm going to buy the fuji touring tomorrow