Originally Posted by 
Muirenn
				
			 
			Too bad about the purchase. Looks like you know where you went wrong. You should be able to sell it, though. Good idea to keep the components. They are Ultegra? (And what size is it from what year? Any idea?).
Before you do that, though. Take it and yourself to an independent fitter and get some real numbers. And ask that person their opinion on the bike's fit. 
Surly makes a great tourer for a reasonable price. And you could be fitted at a shop. Raleigh and Jamis also make nice tourers. So does Soma. 
BTW, how tall are you? And would you say you are long legged, balanced proportions, or long-torsoed? What about your arms? Shorter or longer?
Edit, I like your dog too. And welcome to TE!