Quote Originally Posted by emily_in_nc View Post
Another suggestion for chip-seal (we have a bit of it out this way too) is wider tires. 25c and up are going to absorb more road chatter than the typical 23c. If I were in your position I'd get a full-carbon frame, carbon seatpost, saddle with ti rails, GOOD padded gloves, and run 25c tires.

Good luck and keep us posted!
I was going to make the same suggestion about moving up in tire size. You could even try a 28c if your brakes/frame will clear them.