Genesis Equilibrium 20 Paint and Gearing

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    Considering getting a steel bike and the Equilibrium 20 looks like it might hit the spot, when I can find a LBS that actually has it so that I can try it out.

    Does anyone happen to know:

    1. How good the paintwork is i.e. hardwearing? Just had a nightmare with Specialized paint. My previous Cannondale CAADX (powder coated) had few scratches after a year, the Specialized seems to accumulate them for a pastime.

    2. Is it possible to get a 30T on a 105 or Tiagra compact while still leaving a good racing bottom end? I’m used to a bail-out 30T for the big damn hills around here and would like something similar without compromising the rest of the gearing ratio.

    Any help appreciated.

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