Sub-Compact Cranks for Touring - The Next Trend?

For fun, I thought I'd post my experiences moving to a sub-compact crank. For touring I have a Co-Motion Deschutes (https://co-motion.com/bikes/deschutes) which is 2x11 with compact 32/46 front crank and 11 speed 11-40 rear cluster. I rode this bike last summer and while I was pleased overall I...