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Looks like Lee Craigie has gone for flat bars and no aero bars - I wonder whether we'll some of those on 'adventure'/gravel bikes regret it when it comes to the really sketchy bits, i think i'd like the added handling ability of wide flats
ferriswheeler-
Isn't that the same setup Lee has used in the past? Familiarity with kit is important too. Plus there's a few hundred grams less weight to carry everywhere. I'm not sure what I'd do - it really depends on how much smooth(ish) double track/ fire road there is. If there's bugger all you can ride on the aerobars I'd question taking them.
hippy
Even if they're not used much, extra arm/hand positions, plus useful for mounting stuff like Garmins, trackers, food, etc.