[Chococar]

I've almost made a commitment to do a multiple-day long bike ride next summer (e.g., across state, across country, etc.). My bicycle is a 20-year old Klein fat-tube aluminum bike with criterium angles and Dura-Ace components. I'm 6'5" tall, so the frame is custom.

I would like something more comfortable, to support days or weeks in the saddle. I would like a modern grupo also. I want to be able to use a triple up front to handle the mountains, wind and elevation all at once.

I've never had a bike this before. I've always had very aggressive bikes that were stiff to facilitate climbing/sprinting.

I'm willing to spend the money to buy a nice bike (but it might delay purchase of a TVS...).

I'm assuming that carbon fiber is the way to go for such a bike. Agreed?

Any suggestions on particular brands/models/features?

Thanks,

Joe