Any opinions on Trek Crossrip vs Surley Cross Check?

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I probably shouldn't be doxxing myself on the internet given the nature of my recent monkey butt post, but I do love showing off my new bike ;-)

One at the shop right after purchasing:


And after adding a rack and bell, an Orioles shot (I look weirdly serious here):


I've since removed the cages and gone clipless to avoid toe overlap issues, but now that I fixed that problem I am 100% in love.